Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Sensitive
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Cheerful

Loving
Stubborn
Independent
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Devoted
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Reserved
Suspicious

Bichon Yorkies make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Shar-Pei Pitbull Terriers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

United States

United States

Bichon Frise and Yorkshire Terrier

American Pit Bull Terrier, Chinese Shar-Pei

Recent

2000's

Bichon Yorkies are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Shar-Pei Pitbull Terriers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Bichon Yorkie has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Shar-Pei Pitbull Terrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Bichon Yorkies need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Shar-Pei Pitbull Terriers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Bichon Yorkies bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Shar-Pei Pitbull Terrier dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Walk, Running, Squeaky chase, Walking, Play keep away, Fetch, Play, Lazing, Playing fetch, Cuddling, Go on walks, Playing, Cuddle, Go on Vacation, Run, Tug-of-war, Chase, Dog Parks, Walks, Training, Walks on trails, Hike, Fishing, Car rides, Playdate, Bubbles, Eating Snacks, Sprinkler

Long walk, Drives, Going for walks, Going for runs, Fetch, Walks, Sleeping, Walking, Playing, Running, Chasing Cats, Long walks, Guard dog, Tug-of-war, Cuddles, Cuddling, Walk, Cudding, Sleep, Catch treats, Play, Beach, Lounge cuddles, Beach runs, Training, Holiday, Chase, Water, Rope, Mothing

Bichon Yorkies have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Shar-Pei Pitbull Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Bichon Yorkie has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Shar-Pei Pitbull Terriers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Shar-Pei Pitbull Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Bichon Yorkies make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Shar-Pei Pitbull Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Bichon Yorkies are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Shar-Pei Pitbull Terriers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Bichon Yorkies are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Shar-Pei Pitbull Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Bichon Yorkies are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Shar-Pei Pitbull Terriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Bichon Yorkies are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Shar-Pei Pitbull Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.