Dachshund vs Yorkshire Terrier
Side-by-side comparison of the Dachshund and Yorkshire Terrier — size, temperament, shedding, trainability, cost, and compatibility ratings.
Quick comparison
Best for families
Dachshund
Based on good-with-kids rating
Easier to train
Yorkshire Terrier
Based on trainability rating
Less shedding
Yorkshire Terrier
Based on shedding level
Better for apartments
Dachshund
Based on apartment-friendly rating
Lower maintenance
Dachshund
Based on grooming needs
Longer lifespan
Dachshund
Based on average lifespan
Detailed comparison
Physical traits
| Trait | Dachshund | Yorkshire Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Size | Small | Small |
| Height | 5–9″ | 7–8″ |
| Weight | 11–32 lbs | 4–7 lbs |
| Lifespan | 12–16 yrs | 11–15 yrs |
| Group | Hound | Toy |
| Coat type | Varies: smooth, longhaired, or wirehaired | Long, silky, straight, human-hair-like |
Temperament & behavior
| Trait | Dachshund | Yorkshire Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Energy level | Moderate | Moderate |
| Trainability | Low | Moderate |
| Barking level | High | Very High |
Compatibility
| Trait | Dachshund | Yorkshire Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Good with kids | Moderate | Low |
| Good with dogs | Moderate | Moderate |
| Good with cats | Moderate | Moderate |
| Apartment friendly | Very High | Very High |
Care requirements
| Trait | Dachshund | Yorkshire Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Shedding | Low | Very Low |
| Grooming needs | Low | Very High |
| Daily exercise | 30–60 min | 20–40 min |
| Daily food | 0.5–1.5 cups | 0.25–0.5 cups |
| Annual cost | $1 000–$1 800 | $1 000–$1 800 |
Temperament
Dachshund
CleverStubbornDevoted
Yorkshire Terrier
AffectionateSprightlyTomboyish
Common health issues
Dachshund
- Intervertebral disc disease
- Obesity
- Patellar luxation
- Progressive retinal atrophy
- Cushing's disease
Yorkshire Terrier
- Patellar luxation
- Tracheal collapse
- Portosystemic shunt
- Hypoglycemia
- Dental disease
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