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Name	Chihuahua	German Shepherd	Poodle
Origins	Mexico	Germany	Germany France
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Group	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	32	2	7
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Csivava Chihuahueño	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Chihuahua or German Shepherd or Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Chihuahua or German Shepherd or Poodle?	Small	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Chihuahua or German Shepherd or German Shepherd? Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle weight comparison:	2-6 pounds (1-3 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	4 pounds (2 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Chihuahua or German Shepherd or Poodle? Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle height comparison:	6-9 inches (15-23 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	7.5 inches (19 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more

Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Chihuahua or German Shepherd or Poodle? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$800-$2000	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Chihuahua or German Shepherd or Poodle?	Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle trainability comparison.	Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Chihuahua or German Shepherd or Poodle?	Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Chihuahua or German Shepherd or Poodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Chihuahua or German Shepherd or Poodle? Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Courageous Intelligent Quick Devoted Lively	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Chihuahua dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle?	High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle social needs comparison:	Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Chihuahua dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle playfulness comparison:	Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle?	A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Chihuahua or German Shepherd or Poodle?	Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep German Shepherd indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Chihuahua dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Chihuahua or German Shepherd or Poodle?	Chihuahua dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Chihuahua or German Shepherd or Poodle?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Chihuahua bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Chihuahua has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle mouthiness comparison:	Chihuahua dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle?	Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Heart Murmurs Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Pulmonic Stenosis Hydrocephalus Hypoglycemia Shivering	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Chihuahua, German Shepherd and Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-18 years The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Chihuahua or German Shepherd or Poodle? Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle energy level comparison:	Chihuahua dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Chihuahua or German Shepherd or Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal.	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Chihuahua or German Shepherd or Poodle?	Chihuahua dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Chihuahua or German Shepherd or Poodle?	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle coat comparison:	Fine	Fuzzy	Curly
Colors What are the original Chihuahua, German Shepherd and Poodle color?	Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate	Black Tan Red Silver	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Chihuahua or German Shepherd or Poodle? Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Chihuahua or German Shepherd or Poodle? Chihuahua or German Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Chihuahua or German Shepherd or Poodle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle?	High 🔼 The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Chihuahua dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Chihuahua or German Shepherd or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Chihuahua or German Shepherd or Poodle?	Chihuahua dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Chihuahua or German Shepherd or Poodle?	Chihuahua dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Chihuahua or German Shepherd or Poodle?	Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle?	Yes Chihuahua dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Chihuahua is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Chihuahuas are not recommended for elderly people.	German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Chihuahua or German Shepherd or Poodle? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle?	Not really Chihuahua breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Chihuahua and German Shepherd and Poodle have?	2-4 puppies	6-10 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Chihuahua vs German Shepherd vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	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 German Shepherd Dog Club Of America	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 Canadian Canine Registry

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