Toy Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier
Breed Compatibility
49% Compatible
Energy Level
Toy Fox Terrier: Energetic0.8
Yorkshire Terrier: Regular Exercise0.6
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
Toy Fox Terrier: Eager to Please1.0
Yorkshire Terrier: May be Stubborn0.2
Less Compatible
Grooming Needs
Toy Fox Terrier: Weekly Brushing0.4
Yorkshire Terrier: Specialty/Professional1.0
Less Compatible
Cost Category
Moderate
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Toy Fox Terrier/5
Yorkshire Terrier5/5
Good with Other Dogs
Toy Fox Terrier/5
Yorkshire Terrier3/5
Good with Strangers
Toy Fox Terrier/5
Yorkshire Terrier5/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Toy Fox Terrier
Patellar Luxation: Kneecap displacement
Von Willebrand's: Blood clotting disorder
Legg-Calve-Perthes: Hip joint issue
Heart Murmurs: Cardiac abnormalities
Lens Luxation: Eye lens displacement
Dental Issues: Tooth and gum problems
Yorkshire Terrier
Patellar Luxation: Kneecap dislocation
Portosystemic Shunt: Liver condition
Tracheal Collapse: Airway weakness
Dental Issues: Tooth decay risk
Retinal Dysplasia: Eye development
Hypoglycemia: Low blood sugar
Pros & Cons Comparison
Toy Fox Terrier
Pros
Highly intelligent
Low maintenance grooming
Good for apartment living
Long lifespan
Cons
Can be stubborn
May be yappy
Prone to dental issues
Not ideal with very young children
Yorkshire Terrier
Pros
Portable size
Minimal shedding
Adaptable to apartment living
Long lifespan
Affectionate with family
Cons
High grooming needs
Can be yappy
Delicate physique
Stubborn streak
Difficult to housebreak
Toy Fox Terrier Fun Fact
Despite their tiny size, Toy Fox Terriers were originally skilled ratters on American farms!
Yorkshire Terrier Fun Fact
Despite their tiny size, Yorkies were originally bred as working dogs to catch rats in textile mills!
Heritage & Purpose
Toy Fox Terrier
Origin:
Developed in the United States during the 1930s for hunting small vermin and providing companionship. Farmers valued these dogs for their exceptional ratting abilities.
Yorkshire Terrier
Origin: England
Developed in Yorkshire, England during the 1800s, these small terriers excelled at catching rats in textile mills. Working-class weavers bred them for their hunting prowess and portable size.
Special Considerations
Toy Fox Terrier
Requires dental attention due to small mouth size. Needs protection in extreme weather. Regular exercise essential to prevent behavioral issues.
Yorkshire Terrier
Professional grooming needed for long coat maintenance. Daily brushing required. Small size makes them vulnerable to injury. Need protection from extreme temperatures.
Shedding
OccasionalShedding
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