Why you Should Get the Siberian Husky Instead of the Yorkshire Terrier.

Last Updated: Apr 04, 2022

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Siberian Husky Versus Yorkshire Terrier: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Siberian Husky and for the Yorkshire Terrier. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Siberian Husky or the Yorkshire Terrier.

Siberian Husky versus Yorkshire Terrier

Siberian Husky versus Yorkshire Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Siberian Husky is a medium-sized dog while the Yorkshire Terrier is a tiny-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Siberian Husky belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

On the other hand, the Yorkshire Terrier belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

Siberian Husky versus Yorkshire Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Siberian Husky to the Yorkshire Terrier based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier

FactorSiberian HuskyYorkshire Terrier
Good For Novice Owners1/54/5
Tolerates Being Alone1/52/5
Life Span12 to 15 years12 to 15 years
Adapts Well To Apartment Living2/55/5
Easy To Groom2/52/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight4/54/5
Easy To Train2/53/5
Height20 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Hot Weather3/52/5
Does NOT Drool3/55/5
Intelligence3/53/5
Low Prey Drive3/54/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor3/52/5
Weight35 to 60 pounds4 to 6 pounds
Easygoing2/51/5
Does NOT Shed2/54/5
General Health4/54/5
Does NOT chew on things2/54/5
Tolerates Cold Weather5/52/5
Affectionate With Family5/54/5
Kid-Friendly5/52/5
Dog Friendly5/53/5
Friendly Toward Strangers5/52/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl1/53/5
Tendency NOT to Wander1/53/5
NOT Rambunctious1/51/5
Minimal Exercise Needs1/52/5
Potential For Playfulness5/55/5
Average Lifespan13.5 years13.5 years
Average Price$1080$2420
Price Range$700 – $1250$1600 – $2950
Temperament Score86.8 percent83.7 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination- min age 12 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cornell DNA Bank
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination- Prior to the onset of breeding, recommend evaluations at 1, 3, and 6 Years of Age.
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds149
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds)4527

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Siberian Husky in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Yorkshire Terrier. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Siberian Husky is 71 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Yorkshire Terrier is 76 out of 125.

    Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Yorkshire Terrier, we still believe that the Siberian Husky is a better pet than the Yorkshire Terrier.

    This is because Siberian Huskys are much cuter but you cannot put a score on cuteness. If you could put a score on cuteness, then the Siberian Husky will come out on top.

    Also, we are biased in favor of the Siberian Husky :-). We are for the Siberian Husky. So get a Siberian Husky!

    Siberian Husky versus Yorkshire Terrier

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier

    Below is a list of where the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier are most different:

  • Siberian Huskys are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Yorkshire Terriers are good for new dog owners.
  • Siberian Huskys do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Yorkshire Terriers adapt well to apartment living.
  • Siberian Huskys can tolerate cold weather. However, Yorkshire Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Siberian Huskys get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly. However, Yorkshire Terriers do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
  • Siberian Huskys are very friendly towards strangers. However, Yorkshire Terriers are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • The Similarities Between the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier

    The Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier are most similar:

  • Both the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier are not easy to train.
  • Both the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier are very playful.
  • Size Comparison of the Siberian Husky versus Yorkshire Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier.

    The Siberian Husky weighs 35 to 60 pounds when fully grown. The Siberian Husky is 20 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, the Yorkshire Terrier weighs 4 to 6 pounds when fully grown. The Yorkshire Terrier is 8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Size of Siberian Husky versus Size of Yorkshire Terrier

    Appearance (Colors) of the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier

    Siberian Husky Colors

    The Siberian Husky comes in the following beautiful primary colors:

    • Black
    • Gray / Blue / Silver
    • Merle (Blue)
    • Bicolor
    • White / Cream
    • Red / Chestnut / Orange
    • Apricot / Beige
    • Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
    • Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
    • Brown / Chocolate
    • Sable
    • Merle (Red)

    The Siberian Husky comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:

    • White / Cream
    • Black
    • Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
    • Gray / Blue / Silver
    • Bicolor
    • Brown / Chocolate
    • Red / Chestnut / Orange
    • Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
    • Apricot / Beige

    Yorkshire Terrier Colors

    The Yorkshire Terrier comes in the following beautiful primary colors:

    • Brown / Chocolate
    • Red / Chestnut / Orange
    • Bicolor
    • Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
    • Black
    • Golden
    • Gray / Blue / Silver
    • Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
    • Apricot / Beige
    • White / Cream
    • Sable

    The Yorkshire Terrier comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:

    • White / Cream
    • Apricot / Beige
    • Black
    • Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
    • Brown / Chocolate
    • Gray / Blue / Silver
    • Red / Chestnut / Orange
    • Golden
    • Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
    • Sable
    • Bicolor

    Lifespan of Siberian Husky versus Yorkshire Terrier

    The lifespan of the Siberian Husky is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Siberian Husky is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of the Yorkshire Terrier is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Yorkshire Terrier is 13.5 years.

    The Yorkshire Terrier live as long as the Siberian Husky.

    Siberian Husky versus Yorkshire Terrier

    Temperament of the Siberian Husky Versus the Yorkshire Terrier

    The Siberian Husky has a better temperament than the Yorkshire Terrier.

    This is because the temperament score for the Siberian Husky is 86.8 percent while the temperament score for the Yorkshire Terrier is 83.7 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 86.8 percent, the Siberian Husky has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 83.7 percent, the Yorkshire Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 310 Siberian Huskys and 43 Yorkshire Terriers.

    Price of Siberian Husky versus Price of Yorkshire Terrier

    The average price of the Siberian Husky puppy is $1080. The price of the Siberian Husky typically ranges from $700 – $1250. However, the price of a Siberian Husky can be as low as $100 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1036 Siberian Husky puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Yorkshire Terrier puppy is $2420. The price of the Yorkshire Terrier typically ranges from $1600 – $2950. However, the price of the Yorkshire Terrier can be as low as $300 and as high as $15000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 957 Yorkshire Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Yorkshire Terrier is more expensive than the Siberian Husky.

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    Siberian Husky Yorkshire Terrier
    Average Price $1080 $2420
    Price Range $700 to $1250 $1600 to $2950

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Siberian Husky and Yorkshire Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Siberian Husky puppies or how many Yorkshire Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Siberian Huskys. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Siberian Huskys. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Yorkshire Terriers

    A breakdown of the prices of Yorkshire Terriers

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Siberian Husky puppy or the Yorkshire Terrier puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Siberian Husky versus Yorkshire Terrier

    Adopting the Siberian Husky versus Adopting the Yorkshire Terrier

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Siberian Huskys and many Yorkshire Terriers are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Siberian Husky named Charley that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Siberian Huskys like Charley on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Siberian Huskys, Yorkshire Terriers are also available for adoption. For example, Buddy is a Male Yorkshire Terrier that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Yorkshire Terriers like Buddy that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Steven is the name of another Siberian Husky (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    Also, Snickers is an adorable Male Yorkshire Terrier on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Siberian Huskys and Yorkshire Terriers are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more Siberian Huskys and Yorkshire Terriers that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Intelligence of the Siberian Husky versus the Intelligence of the Yorkshire Terrier

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    Siberian Husky Yorkshire Terrier
    Intelligence Rank 45 out of 130 dog breeds 27 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 Repetitions Tend To Learn New Commands After 15 To 25 Repetitions

    Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.

    According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:

  • Instinctive Intelligence: This is the natural intelligence a dog has because of what the dog was bred for. This type of intelligence comes from instinct. For example, dog breeds that were bred for guarding will have high `guarding` instinctive intelligence, while dog breeds that were bred for hunting will what high `hunting` instinctive intelligence. However, you cannot compare the intelligence of dog breeds based on instinctive intelligence because such a comparison will not make sense.
  • Adaptive Intelligence (learning and problem-solving ability): This indicates what a dog can learn to do for himself or herself. It includes learning and benefiting from experience with his environment, solving new problems, and so forth. Adaptive intelligence is specific to each dog, and not breed specific. Thus, two dogs can have remarkably different levels of adaptive intelligence even if they are of the same breed.
  • Working/Obedience Intelligence: This intelligence is the closest to what we might call school-learning ability and it is based upon what the dog can learn to do when instructed by humans. Importantly, different dog breeds have different learning abilities. Also, science has shown that some dog breeds can learn faster than some other breeds. This means certain dog breeds tend to have higher working/obedience intelligence than some other breeds. Dogs with high Working/Obedience Intelligence are smart and easy to train.

  • Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.

    This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.

    To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.

    Prof. Coren found that the Siberian Husky has an obedience intelligence rank of 45 out of 130 dog breeds. The Siberian Husky belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Siberian Huskys tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.

    The Yorkshire Terrier has an obedience intelligence rank of 27 out of 130 dog breeds. The Yorkshire Terrier belongs to the `Above Average Working Dogs` category. This means that Yorkshire Terriers tend to learn new commands after 15 to 25 repetitions.

    The Yorkshire Terrier is more intelligent than the Siberian Husky.

    However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.

    The Popularity of Siberian Husky versus Popularity of Yorkshire Terrier

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Yorkshire Terrier is more popular with dog owners than the Siberian Husky. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Yorkshire Terrier is 9 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Siberian Husky is 14 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Siberian Husky

    Popularity of Siberian Husky

    Popularity of Yorkshire Terrier

    Popularity of Yorkshire Terrier

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    Year Siberian Husky Popularity Rank Yorkshire Terrier Popularity Rank
    2013 14 6
    2014 13 6
    2015 12 7
    2016 12 9
    2017 12 9
    2018 14 10
    2019 15 12
    2020 16 13
    2021 19 13

    Health Problems of Siberian Husky versus Health Problems of Yorkshire Terrier

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Yorkshire Terrier is prone to more genetic health problems than the Siberian Husky.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Yorkshire Terrier than for the Siberian Husky.

    2 health tests are recommended for Siberian Husky while 7 tests are recommended for the Yorkshire Terrier.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Siberian Huskys and in Yorkshire Terriers.

    Siberian Husky Health Problems

    Siberian Huskys are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Siberian Husky puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Siberian Husky puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Siberian Husky breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Siberian Huskys for:

  • Eye Examination- min age 12 months
  • Hip Dysplasia

  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Siberian Huskys here.

    Yorkshire Terrier Health Problems

    Yorkshire Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Yorkshire Terrier puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Yorkshire Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Yorkshire Terrier breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Yorkshire Terriers for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cornell DNA Bank
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination- Prior to the onset of breeding, recommend evaluations at 1, 3, and 6 Years of Age.
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation

  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Yorkshire Terriers here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Siberian Huskys and Yorkshire Terriers

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Siberian Husky Breed is Dentition Database problems.

    This is because the Siberian Husky ranks 46 out of 49 dog breeds for Dentition Database problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 131 Siberian Huskys, 1 of them had Dentition Database problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Siberian Huskys, and how common these diseases are in Siberian Huskys relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 46 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 62 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 98 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 120 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 135 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 188 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Yorkshire Terrier Breed is Legg-Calve-Perthes problems.

    This is because the Yorkshire Terrier ranks 1 out of 40 dog breeds for Legg-Calve-Perthes problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 321 Yorkshire Terriers, 9 of them had Legg-Calve-Perthes problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Yorkshire Terriers, and how common these diseases are in Yorkshire Terriers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Legg-Calve-Perthes problems: Rank 1 out of 40 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 3 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 23 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 88 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 159 out of 198 Dog Breeds

  • The table below lists the common health problems in Siberian Husky and in Yorkshire Terrier and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier:

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    Disease Siberian Husky Rank Yorkshire Terrier Rank
    Dentition Database problems 46 out of 49 dog breeds 23 out of 49 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 62 out of 182 dog breeds 88 out of 182 dog breeds
    Thyroid problems 98 out of 115 dog breeds Not Common
    Patella problems 120 out of 145 dog breeds 3 out of 145 dog breeds
    Elbow problems 135 out of 144 dog breeds Not Common
    Hips problems 188 out of 198 dog breeds 159 out of 198 dog breeds
    Legg-Calve-Perthes problems Not Common 1 out of 40 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Siberian Husky versus Yorkshire Terrier

    Siberian Huskys do not like to be left alone.

    Yorkshire Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Siberian Huskys shed more than Yorkshire Terriers?

    Siberian Huskys shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Yorkshire Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Siberian Husky or the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Siberian Huskys require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Yorkshire Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Siberian Husky or the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Siberian Huskys get along very well with other dogs.

    Yorkshire Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Siberian Huskys good family dogs? What about Yorkshire Terriers?

    Siberian Huskys are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Yorkshire Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Is the Siberian Husky Easier to Train than the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Siberian Huskys are not easy to train.

    Yorkshire Terriers are fairly easy to train.

    Which one drools more, the Siberian Husky or the Yorkshire Terrier

    Siberian Huskys drool moderately.

    Yorkshire Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    How Kid-friendly are Siberian Huskys and Yorkshire Terriers?

    Siberian Huskys get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Yorkshire Terriers do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Does the Siberian Husky Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Siberian Huskys have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Yorkshire Terriers have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Do Siberian Huskys Bark and Howl? What about Yorkshire Terriers?

    Siberian Huskys are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Yorkshire Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Siberian Huskys Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Siberian Huskys can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Yorkshire Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Siberian Husky vs. Yorkshire Terrier

    Siberian Huskys have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Yorkshire Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Siberian Huskys Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Siberian Huskys can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Yorkshire Terriers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Is the Siberian Husky Better for Apartment Owners than the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Siberian Huskys do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Yorkshire Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Siberian Husky or the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Siberian Huskys are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Yorkshire Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Siberian Husky Versus Other Dog Breeds

    You may also be interested in how the Siberian Husky compares to other breeds aside from the Yorkshire Terrier. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Siberian Husky to other breeds:

    Siberian Husky versus Golden Retriever     Siberian Husky versus Australian Shepherd     Siberian Husky versus Alaskan Malamute     Siberian Husky versus German Shepherd Dog     Siberian Husky versus Akita     Siberian Husky versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Siberian Husky versus Labrador Retriever     Siberian Husky versus Samoyed     

    Conclusion: Siberian Husky versus Yorkshire Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Siberian Husky and the Yorkshire Terrier better suits you and your family.