Breed comparison
Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier
How the two breeds compare on the American Kennel Club's 1 to 5 trait ratings, and which one suits which home.
The biggest differences
- Coat grooming: the Yorkshire Terrier scores 5 out of 5, the Wire Fox Terrier 3.
They score the same on affection with family, good with young children, good with other dogs, openness to strangers, playfulness, energy level.
Which one should you choose?
Pick the Wire Fox Terrier if its looks and size suit you better, since the ratings are close. Pick the Yorkshire Terrier if you want less dog hair, you live in a smaller home or move often, you want a more protective watchdog.
Ratings are general breed tendencies from the AKC. Every dog is an individual, so meet the dog, and its parents if you can, before you decide. Not sure? Try the breed selector.
Source: American Kennel Club breed ratings (compiled February 2022). How we check.