Yorkshire Terrier vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog

Compare the Yorkshire Terrier to the Polish Tatra Sheepdog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Yorkshire Terriers and Polish Tatra Sheepdogs.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Yorkshire Terrier
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Yorkshire Terrier
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
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General Details
Yorkshire Terrier
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Height
8-9 Inches
24-28 Inches
Weight
4-7 Pounds
80-130 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Yorkshire Terrier
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Poland
Origin Year
1865 AD
1000 AD
Temperament
Yorkshire Terrier
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Yorkshire Terrier
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Yorkshire Terrier
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
15-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Yorkshire Terrier
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Low
High
Top Running Speed
11 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Low
Very High
Grooming Needs
Yorkshire Terrier
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium to High
Shedding
Low
High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Yorkshire Terrier
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Yorkshire Terrier
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Yorkshire Terrier
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
None
Chasing
None
None
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
None
Above Average
Herding
None
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
None
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Yorkshire Terrier
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Yorkshire Terrier
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Common Health Issues
Patellar luxation
Collapsed trachea
Progressive retinal atrophy
Portosystemic shunt
Reverse sneezing
Hypoglycemia
Hip dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Yorkshire Terrier
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Wavy
Wooly
Coat Length
Long
Long
Coat Coloring
Yorkshire Terrier
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Breed Colors
Black and Gold
Black and Gold
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue and Gold
Blue and Gold
Blue and Tan
Blue and Tan
Solid White
Solid White
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