Active
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Bold
Energetic
Inquisitive
Confident
Friendly
Intelligent

Avoid King Charles Yorkies as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Patterdale Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

United Kingdom

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Yorkshire Terrier

Black Smooth-Coated Fell Terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

American Canine Registry
American Rare Breed Association
America's Pet Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.

2000s

1950's

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

White
Red
Black
Brown
Blue

Pied
Brown
Red
Black

King Charles Yorkies are known for their coat length.

Patterdale Terriers have short coats.

A King Charles Yorkie can have a litter of 4-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Patterdale Terrier can have a litter of 11-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

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

Patterdale Terriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

While the King Charles Yorkie breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patterdale Terriers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Syringomyelia

None Known

Entropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Urolithiasis
Hip Dysplasia
Hydrocephalus
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Color Dilution Alopecia
Microphthalmia
Shaker Dog Syndrome
Corneal Dystrophy
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Hypoadrenocorticism
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Cryptorchidism

Eye Infections

Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Heart
Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination

Ear Examination
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays

King Charles Yorkies are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Patterdale Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Patterdale Terrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Patterdale Terriers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

King Charles Yorkies sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Patterdale Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

King Charles Yorkies are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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

Walk, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Swim, Run, Walking, Cuddles

Playing Ball

King Charles Yorkies are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Patterdale Terriers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For King Charles Yorkie, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Patterdale Terrier, it's at least 16 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

King Charles Yorkies require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Patterdale Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder

The average cost of a King Charles Yorkie is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Patterdale Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $2.10 per day.

The average per month expenses of a King Charles Yorkie is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Patterdale Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

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

The Patterdale Terrier is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

King Charles Yorkies have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Patterdale Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

King Charles Yorkies are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Patterdale Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Patterdale Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Patterdale Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Patterdale Terriers can be difficult to train and require consistent and patient training.