Unfortunately, the Basenji 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, Yorkie-tons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Affectionate
Curious
Playful
Alert
Energetic
Intelligent

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Trainable
Vocal

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

Yorkie-tons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Choose a Basenji if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Yorkie-tons are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

African Bush Dog

Coton de Tulear, Yorkshire Terrier

Ancient

Unknown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

White
Black
Brindle
Red

White
Gray
Red
Black
Blue
Silver
Fawn

Basenjis have short coats.

Yorkie-tons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Basenji can have a litter of 10-12 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 Yorkie-ton 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.

Basenjis have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Yorkie-tons are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

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

PRA
Fanconi Syndrome
Basenji Enteropathy

Portacaval Shunt
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Persistent Pupillary Membranes (PPM)
Pyruvate Kinase (PK) Deficiency

Patellar Luxation
Allergies

Eye
Dna Test For Pk
Fanconi Urine Test
Full Body Physical Examination

Knee
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Endoscopy

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

Yorkie-tons' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Basenji has below average social needs and is content with spending time alone.

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

Basenjis require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Yorkie-tons need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Basenjis are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Yorkie-tons sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

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

Basenjis 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.

Yorkie-tons are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Yorkie-ton dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Basenji, it's at least 15 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 Yorkie-ton, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Basenjis usually need at least 90 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 Yorkie-tons 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 Basenji is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Yorkie-tons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Basenji should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Yorkie-ton should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 22-26 pound (10 - 12 kg) Basenji feed 2.5 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 5-13 pound (2 - 6 kg) Yorkie-ton 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 a Basenji is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Yorkie-ton is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Basenji 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 Yorkie-ton 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.

Basenji is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

Yorkie-tons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Basenjis have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Basenjis can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Yorkie-tons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Yorkie-tons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Basenjis are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Yorkie-tons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Yorkie-tons are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Basenjis are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Yorkie-tons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Yorkie-tons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Basenjis are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Yorkie-tons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.