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Name	Basenji	Yorkshire Terrier	Poochon
Origins	Democratic Republic of the Congo	England	Australia
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog	Yorkie	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or Poochon? Which is the smallest dog, Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or Poochon?	Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier? Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon weight comparison:	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)	2-3 kg (4-7 pounds)	6-15 pounds (3-7 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	2.5 kg (5.5 pounds)	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or Poochon? Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon height comparison:	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)	20-23 cm (8-9 inches)	10-15 inches (25-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	21.5 cm (8.5 inches)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or Poochon? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$600-$1000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or Poochon?	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Poochon is easier than average to get.

Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon intelligence:	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Yorkshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Poochon dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon trainability comparison.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Poochon dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or Poochon?	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Poochon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or Poochon? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Poochon dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or Poochon? Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal	Happy Intelligent Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Poochon dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon?	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Yorkshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Poochon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon social needs comparison:	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Poochon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Basenji dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Poochon dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Poochon dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon playfulness comparison:	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Yorkshire Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Poochon is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon?	Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. See more.	A lot: Yorkshire Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Poochon is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or Poochon?	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Yorkshire Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Poochon breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Poochon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or Poochon?	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Poochon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or Poochon?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Yorkshire Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Poochon bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Yorkshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Poochon has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon mouthiness comparison:	Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Poochon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon health comparison. Which is the healthier: Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon?	The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Poochon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon health problems comparison:	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia	Patellar Luxation Retinal Dysplasia Allergies Addison's Disease Bladder Stones Cushing's Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Yorkshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Poochon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon lifespan comparison. How long do Basenji, Yorkshire Terrier and Poochon breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poochon: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or Poochon? Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon energy level comparison:	Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Poochon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or Poochon? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Poochon dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or Poochon?	Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Poochon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or Poochon?	3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 3/4 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Yorkshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poochon's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon coat comparison:	Fine	Fine	Wavy Coarse
Colors What are the original Basenji, Yorkshire Terrier and Poochon color?	Black Tan Red White Brindle	Black Tan Blue Gold	Black Tan Cream Grey Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or Poochon? Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Poochon doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or Poochon? Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Poochon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or Poochon?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon?	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Poochon has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Yorkshire Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Poochon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Poochon dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or Poochon? Which dog is more friendly?	Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Poochon dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or Poochon?	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Poochon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or Poochon?	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Poochon dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or Poochon?	Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Poochon dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon?	Yes Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Poochon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Basenji is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Yorkshire Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Poochon is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.	Yorkshire Terriers are not recommended for elderly people.	Poochons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Basenji or Yorkshire Terrier or Poochon? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon?	Not really Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Yorkshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Poochon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Basenji and Yorkshire Terrier and Poochon have?	4-5 puppies	4-6 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Basenji vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Poochon Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry American Pet Registry, Inc.	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	Not recognized by any clubs.

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