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Name	Beagle	Bichon Frise	Shiba Inu
Origins	England	Spain Belgium	Japan
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Beagle	Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Beagle or Bichon Frise or Shiba Inu? Which is the smallest dog, Beagle or Bichon Frise or Shiba Inu?	Small	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Beagle or Bichon Frise or Bichon Frise? Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu weight comparison:	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Beagle or Bichon Frise or Shiba Inu? Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Beagle or Bichon Frise or Shiba Inu? Which is more expensive?	$500-$800	$700-$1000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Beagle or Bichon Frise or Shiba Inu?	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.

Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. 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 Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu trainability comparison.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bichon Frise 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: Beagle or Bichon Frise or Shiba Inu?	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Beagle or Bichon Frise or Shiba Inu? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Beagle or Bichon Frise or Shiba Inu? Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet	Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Shiba Inu 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: Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu?	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bichon Frise 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.
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Social Needs Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu social needs comparison:	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Their prey drive is low. 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu health comparison. Which is the healthier: Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu?	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Bichon Frise 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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Bichon Frise 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.
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Life Expectancy Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu lifespan comparison. How long do Beagle, Bichon Frise and Shiba Inu breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.

Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Beagle or Bichon Frise or Shiba Inu? Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu energy level comparison:	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Beagle or Bichon Frise or Shiba Inu? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Beagle or Bichon Frise or Shiba Inu?	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Bichon Frise dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Beagle or Bichon Frise or Shiba Inu?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1.5 cups 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu coat comparison:	Dense	Curly	Dense
Colors What are the original Beagle, Bichon Frise and Shiba Inu color?	Black Tan Red White Tricolor	Cream White Buff Apricot	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Beagle or Bichon Frise or Shiba Inu? Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.	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.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Beagle or Bichon Frise or Shiba Inu? Beagle or Bichon Frise or {name3 shedding:	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. See more.	Shiba Inu 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: Beagle or Bichon Frise or Shiba Inu?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu 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, Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu?	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bichon Frise 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.

Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu Good With Comparison

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

Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: Beagle or Bichon Frise or Shiba Inu? 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.	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?	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.	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?	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.	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: Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu?	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bichon Frise 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.
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.

Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu 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 Beagle and Bichon Frise and Shiba Inu have?	2-14 puppies, average 7	2-5 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Beagle vs Bichon Frise vs Shiba Inu Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Not recognized by FCI.	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. 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 The Bichon Frise Club Of America	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

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