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Name	Basenji	Miniature Schnauzer	Chihuahua
Origins	Democratic Republic of the Congo	Germany	Mexico
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog	Zwergschnauzer	Csivava Chihuahueño
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Chihuahua? Which is the smallest dog, Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Chihuahua?	Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Miniature Schnauzer? Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua weight comparison:	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)	Male: 11-18 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)	2-6 pounds (1-3 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	Male: 14.5 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)	4 pounds (2 kg)
Height Which is taller, Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Chihuahua? Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua height comparison:	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)	6-9 inches (15-23 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)	7.5 inches (19 cm)

Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Chihuahua? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$600-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Chihuahua?	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Miniature Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get.

Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua intelligence:	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Miniature Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua trainability comparison.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Chihuahua?	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Chihuahua? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Chihuahua? Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Fearless Spirited	Alert Courageous Intelligent Quick Devoted Lively
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Chihuahua dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua?	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Miniature Schnauzer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua social needs comparison:	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Basenji dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Chihuahua 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?	Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua playfulness comparison:	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Miniature Schnauzers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua?	Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Miniature Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Chihuahua 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 Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Chihuahua?	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.	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 Miniature Schnauzer indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Chihuahua dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Chihuahua?	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.	Miniature Schnauzer 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.	Chihuahua dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua health comparison. Which is the healthier: Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua?	The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Miniature Schnauzer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua health problems comparison:	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI)	Collapsed Trachea Heart Murmurs Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Pulmonic Stenosis Hydrocephalus Hypoglycemia Shivering
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Miniature Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua lifespan comparison. How long do Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer and Chihuahua breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Miniature Schnauzer: 13 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Miniature Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Chihuahua? Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua energy level comparison:	Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Chihuahua 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 Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Chihuahua? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have an average exercise need.	Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Chihuahua?	Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Chihuahua 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

Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua coat comparison:	Fine	Wiry	Fine
Colors What are the original Basenji, Miniature Schnauzer and Chihuahua color?	Black Tan Red White Brindle	Black Silver Pepper Salt	Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Chihuahua? Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Miniature Schnauzer requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Chihuahua? Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Chihuahua 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: Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Chihuahua?	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 Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No 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, Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua?	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua Good With Comparison

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

Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua 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: Basenji or Miniature Schnauzer or Chihuahua? 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.	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.	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: Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua?	Not really Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Miniature Schnauzer breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chihuahua 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	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	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.

Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua 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 Basenji and Miniature Schnauzer and Chihuahua have?	4-5 puppies	3-6 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Basenji vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Chihuahua Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.	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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 Pet Registry, 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	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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