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Name	Barbet	Shih Tzu	Chow Chow
Origins	France	China	China
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Group	Gun Dog	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	404	20	76
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Other Names What other names do they have?	French Water Dog	Chrysanthemum Dog Chinese Lion Dog	Chowdren Chow
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Barbet or Shih Tzu or Chow Chow? Which is the smallest dog, Barbet or Shih Tzu or Chow Chow?	Large Medium	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Barbet or Shih Tzu or Shih Tzu? Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow weight comparison:	37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )	9–16 pounds (4-7 kg)	45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )	9–16 pounds (5.5 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Barbet or Shih Tzu or Chow Chow? Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow height comparison:	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)	8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)	20 inches (51 cm)

Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Barbet or Shih Tzu or Chow Chow? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1000	$800-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Barbet or Shih Tzu or Chow Chow?	Average: The Barbet is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Shih Tzu is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Chow Chow is quite easy to get.

Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low: The Shih Tzu is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Low: The Chow Chow is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow trainability comparison.	Barbet dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Barbet or Shih Tzu or Chow Chow?	Barbet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Barbet or Shih Tzu or Chow Chow? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Barbet dogs are average defenders. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Barbet or Shih Tzu or Chow Chow? Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Obedient Joyful Companionable Cheerful	Active Playful Happy Courageous Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Lively Gentle	Aloof Independent Protective Intelligent Loyal Quiet Detached
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Barbet dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow?	High: Barbet dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Shih Tzu dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Chow Chow dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow social needs comparison:	Barbet dogs are a social breed. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Barbet dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Chow Chow 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?	Barbet 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.	Shih Tzu dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Chow Chow 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

Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow playfulness comparison:	The Barbet is a highly playful breed. See more.	Shih Tzus are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Chow Chows are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow?	Low to Average: The Barbet rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Shih Tzu is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Chow Chow barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Barbet or Shih Tzu or Chow Chow?	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 Barbet indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Shih Tzu 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 Chow Chow indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Barbet dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Shih Tzu dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Chow Chow dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Barbet or Shih Tzu or Chow Chow?	Barbet dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Shih Tzu dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Chow Chow dogs handle alone time quite well.

Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Barbet or Shih Tzu or Chow Chow?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Barbet bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Shih Tzu bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Chow Chow 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 Barbet has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shih Tzu has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow mouthiness comparison:	Barbet dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Chow Chow dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow health comparison. Which is the healthier: Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow?	Barbets tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Shih Tzu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Chow Chow is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Entropion Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Hernia Overbite Underbite	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Ear Infections Distichiasis Portosystemic Liver Shunt Bladder Stones Ectopic Cilia Reverse Sneezing Dry Eye Proptosis Juvenile Renal Dysplasia Keratitis Retained Baby Teeth Snuffles	Hip Dysplasia Ectropion
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Barbet should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Shih Tzu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Chow Chow should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow lifespan comparison. How long do Barbet, Shih Tzu and Chow Chow breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Barbet: 14 years	10-16 years The average lifespan of Shih Tzu: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Chow Chow: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Barbet can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.	Prefers cold weather The Chow Chow can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Barbet or Shih Tzu or Chow Chow? Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow energy level comparison:	Barbet dogs are high-energy dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Chow Chow dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Barbet or Shih Tzu or Chow Chow? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Barbet dogs have an average exercise need.	Shih Tzu dogs exercise need is minimal.	Chow Chow dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Barbet or Shih Tzu or Chow Chow?	Barbet dogs don't need too much sleep.	Shih Tzu dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Chow Chow dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Barbet or Shih Tzu or Chow Chow?	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day.	4 to 5 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? Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Barbet has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shih Tzu's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chow Chow's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow coat comparison:	Waterproof	Dense	Rough
Colors What are the original Barbet, Shih Tzu and Chow Chow color?	Black Gray White Brown Fawn	Black Red Blue Silver Brindle Liver Gold	Black Red Blue Cream Cinnamon
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Barbet or Shih Tzu or Chow Chow? Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow grooming comparison:	Average: The Barbet requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. 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 Barbet or Shih Tzu or Chow Chow? Barbet or Shih Tzu or {name3 shedding:	Barbet dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Chow Chow dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Barbet or Shih Tzu or Chow Chow?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow?	Medium ⏺ The Barbet has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Shih Tzu has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Barbet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shih Tzu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chow Chow is an average drooler. See more.

Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Barbet dogs are generally with other pets.	Shih Tzu dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Chow Chow dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Barbet or Shih Tzu or Chow Chow? Which dog is more friendly?	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Shih Tzu dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Chow Chow dogs are not 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 Barbet or Shih Tzu or Chow Chow?	Barbet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Barbet or Shih Tzu or Chow Chow?	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Shih Tzu dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Barbet or Shih Tzu or Chow Chow?	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow?	Yes Barbet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shih Tzu dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Chow Chow dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Barbet is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Shih Tzu is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Chow Chow is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Barbets are usually recommended for elderly people.	Shih Tzus are not the best breed for elderly people.	Chow Chows are not the best breed for elderly people.

Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow 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: Barbet or Shih Tzu or Chow Chow? 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: Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow?	Yes Barbet breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shih Tzu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chow Chow 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow 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 Barbet and Shih Tzu and Chow Chow have?	4-6 puppies	2-5 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Barbet vs Shih Tzu vs Chow Chow Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1969 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1903 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan 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 Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental 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 Canadian Canine Registry	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

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