Unfortunately, the English Cotralian is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Yorkshire Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Playful
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Good-natured
Quiet
Faithful

Alert
Energetic
Intelligent
Playful
Courageous
Independent
Loyal

English Cotralians are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Yorkshire Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

United States

England

English Cocker Spaniel, Australian Shepherd

Waterside, Manchester, Paisley, Skye, Dandie Dinmont Terriers

DRA = Dog Registry of America, 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

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Blue
Red

Black
Blue
Silver
Fawn

English Cotralians have medium-length coats.

Yorkshire Terriers are known for their coat length.

An English Cotralian can have a litter of 6-9 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 Yorkshire Terrier can have a litter of 12-16 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.

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

Yorkshire Terriers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Deafness
Cataracts
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Portacaval Shunt
Tracheal Collapse
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Otitis Externa
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Patellar Luxation

Skin Scraping
Ear Examination
Ophthalmic Exam
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Skin Biopsy
Orthopedic Exam
Thyroid Biopsies
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) Levels

Eye
Knee
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Endoscopy

English Cotralian has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Fetch

Walk, Play, Walking, Belly rubs, Toys, Fetch, Being held, Napping, People watching, Jump, Run, Lounge, Sniffing, Petting, Resting, Belly action, Sleeping, Running, Eating Snacks, Brushing, Cuddling, Attention, Pets, Barking, Exploring, Marking, Licking, Cuddles, Walkig, Play keep away

English Cotralians 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.

Yorkshire Terriers 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English Cotralian, it's at least 10 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 Yorkshire Terrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most English Cotralians usually need at least 75 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Yorkshire Terriers usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The English Cotralian requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 38-45 pound (17 - 20 kg) English Cotralian feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 5-7 pound (2 - 3 kg) Yorkshire Terrier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an English Cotralian is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Yorkshire Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an English Cotralian is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 Yorkshire Terrier 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 English Cotralian is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Yorkshire Terriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

English Cotralians make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Yorkshire Terriers are not suitable for children.

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

Yorkshire Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

English Cotralians are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Yorkshire Terriers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

The English Cotralian is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Yorkshire Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.