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Name	Affenpinscher	Shiba Inu	Japanese Spitz
Origins	Germany France	Japan	Japan
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Affie African Terrier Monkey Dog Monkey Terrier Affen	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog	Nihon Supittsu
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Affenpinscher or Shiba Inu or Japanese Spitz? Which is the smallest dog, Affenpinscher or Shiba Inu or Japanese Spitz?	Small	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Affenpinscher or Shiba Inu or Shiba Inu? Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz weight comparison:	7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)	11-20 pounds (5-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	8 pounds (3.5 kg)	Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg)	15.5 pounds (7.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Affenpinscher or Shiba Inu or Japanese Spitz? Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz height comparison:	9-12 inches (23-30 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	13.5 inches (34 cm)

Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Affenpinscher or Shiba Inu or Japanese Spitz? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$800-$1000	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Affenpinscher or Shiba Inu or Japanese Spitz?	Frequent: The Affenpinscher is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.	Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.

Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz intelligence:	Smart: The Affenpinscher dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz trainability comparison.	Affenpinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Affenpinscher or Shiba Inu or Japanese Spitz?	Affenpinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Affenpinscher or Shiba Inu or Japanese Spitz? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Affenpinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Affenpinscher or Shiba Inu or Japanese Spitz? Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Curious Playful Adventurous Funny Loving Stubborn	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming	Playful Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Proud Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Affenpinscher dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz?	High: Affenpinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz social needs comparison:	Affenpinscher dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Affenpinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Affenpinscher 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.	Shiba Inu 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.	Japanese Spitz 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

Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz playfulness comparison:	The Affenpinscher is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz?	Low to Average: The Affenpinscher rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Affenpinscher or Shiba Inu or Japanese Spitz?	Very house-friendly dog the Affenpinscher breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Spitz breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Affenpinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Japanese Spitz dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Affenpinscher or Shiba Inu or Japanese Spitz?	Affenpinscher 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.	Japanese Spitz dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Affenpinscher or Shiba Inu or Japanese Spitz?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Affenpinscher bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Japanese Spitz bite force: Weak.
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 Affenpinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Japanese Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz mouthiness comparison:	Affenpinscher dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz health comparison. Which is the healthier: Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz?	The Affenpinscher is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Japanese Spitz 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: Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz health problems comparison:	Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Fractures Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Luxating Patella Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Slipped Stifle	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax	Patellar Luxation Runny Eyes
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Affenpinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Japanese Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz lifespan comparison. How long do Affenpinscher, Shiba Inu and Japanese Spitz breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Affenpinscher: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years	10-16 years The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Japanese Spitz can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Affenpinscher or Shiba Inu or Japanese Spitz?	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Affenpinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Japanese Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz coat comparison:	Wiry	Dense	Thick
Colors What are the original Affenpinscher, Shiba Inu and Japanese Spitz color?	Black Belge Tan Red Silver	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Affenpinscher or Shiba Inu or Japanese Spitz? Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Affenpinscher or Shiba Inu or Japanese Spitz? Affenpinscher or Shiba Inu or {name3 shedding:	Affenpinscher dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Affenpinscher or Shiba Inu or Japanese Spitz?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz?	Medium ⏺ The Affenpinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Affenpinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Affenpinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Japanese Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Affenpinscher or Shiba Inu or Japanese Spitz? Which dog is more friendly?	Affenpinscher dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Japanese Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Affenpinscher or Shiba Inu or Japanese Spitz?	Affenpinscher dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Japanese Spitz dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Affenpinscher or Shiba Inu or Japanese Spitz?	Affenpinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Japanese Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Affenpinscher or Shiba Inu or Japanese Spitz?	Affenpinscher dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Japanese Spitz dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz?	Yes Affenpinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Japanese Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Affenpinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shiba Inu is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Japanese Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Affenpinschers are not recommended for elderly people.	Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.	Japanese Spitzs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Affenpinscher or Shiba Inu or Japanese Spitz? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a 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: Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz?	Not really Affenpinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Japanese Spitz breed usually doesn't like 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz 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 Affenpinscher and Shiba Inu and Japanese Spitz have?	1-3 puppies	2-4 puppies	1-6 puppies
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Affenpinscher vs Shiba Inu vs Japanese Spitz Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds 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.	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club

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