Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier

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

Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier
Pomeranian
Yorkshire Terrier
Pomeranian
Yorkshire Terrier
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General Details
Pomeranian
Yorkshire Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-16 Years
12-15 Years
Height
7-12 Inches
8-9 Inches
Weight
3-7 Pounds
4-7 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Pomeranian
Yorkshire Terrier
Origin Country
Germany
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1500 AD
1865 AD
Temperament
Pomeranian
Yorkshire Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Below Average
Personality
Pomeranian
Yorkshire Terrier
Traits
Jealous
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Pomeranian
Yorkshire Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Pomeranian
Yorkshire Terrier
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
Low
Low
Top Running Speed
12 MPH
11 MPH
Strength
Low
Low
Grooming Needs
Pomeranian
Yorkshire Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Pomeranian
Yorkshire Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Pomeranian
Yorkshire Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Pomeranian
Yorkshire Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below 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
Below Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Pomeranian
Yorkshire Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-16 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Pomeranian
Yorkshire Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Patent ductus arteriosus
Collapsed trachea
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Dry eye
Seizures
Heat intolerance
Heatstroke
Patellar luxation
Collapsed trachea
Progressive retinal atrophy
Portosystemic shunt
Reverse sneezing
Hypoglycemia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Pomeranian
Yorkshire Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Wooly
Silky
Coat Length
Long
Long
Coat Coloring
Pomeranian
Yorkshire Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black and Tan
Blue
Chocolate
Cream
Orange
Red
White
Black and Gold
Black and Tan
Blue and Gold
Blue and Tan
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