Dachshund vs Yorkshire Terrier

Compare the Dachshund to the Yorkshire Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Dachshunds and Yorkshire Terriers.

Dachshund vs Yorkshire Terrier
Dachshund
Yorkshire Terrier
Dachshund
Yorkshire Terrier
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General Details
Dachshund
Yorkshire Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-16 Years
12-15 Years
Height
5-11 Inches
8-9 Inches
Weight
11-32 Pounds
4-7 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Dachshund
Yorkshire Terrier
Origin Country
Germany
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1400 AD
1865 AD
Temperament
Dachshund
Yorkshire Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Dachshund
Yorkshire Terrier
Traits
Aggressive
Jealous
Needy
Protective
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Dachshund
Yorkshire Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Dachshund
Yorkshire Terrier
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Low
Top Running Speed
17 MPH
11 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low
Grooming Needs
Dachshund
Yorkshire Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Dachshund
Yorkshire Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Dachshund
Yorkshire Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Dachshund
Yorkshire Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
None
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Dachshund
Yorkshire Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-16 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Dachshund
Yorkshire Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cushing's syndrome
Bloat
Cancer
Mitral valve disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Canine diabetes mellitus
Deafness
Narcolepsy
Baldness
Intervertebral disc disease
Acanthosis nigricans
Lymphocytic thyroiditis
Patellar luxation
Collapsed trachea
Progressive retinal atrophy
Portosystemic shunt
Reverse sneezing
Hypoglycemia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Dachshund
Yorkshire Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wavy
Silky
Coat Length
Short to Long
Long
Coat Coloring
Dachshund
Yorkshire Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black and Cream
Black and Tan
Blue and Cream
Blue and Tan
Chocolate
Chocolate and Cream
Chocolate and Tan
Cream
Fawn
Fawn and Cream
Fawn and Tan
Red
Wheaten
Black and Gold
Black and Tan
Blue and Gold
Blue and Tan
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