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Name	Beagle	Shih Tzu	Indian Spitz (Smaller)
Origins	England	China	India
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Beagle	Chrysanthemum Dog Chinese Lion Dog	Lesser Indian Spitz Smaller Indian Spitz
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Beagle or Shih Tzu or Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Which is the smallest dog, Beagle or Shih Tzu or Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Beagle or Shih Tzu or Shih Tzu? Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) weight comparison:	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)	9–16 pounds (4-7 kg)	11-15 pounds (5-7 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)	9–16 pounds (5.5 kg)	13 pounds (6 kg)
Height Which is taller, Beagle or Shih Tzu or Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	8-10 inches (20-25 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)	9 inches (22.5 cm)

Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Beagle or Shih Tzu or Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Which is more expensive?	$500-$800	$800-$1200	Unknown
Availability Which is easier to get, Beagle or Shih Tzu or Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shih Tzu is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low: The Shih Tzu is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Indian Spitz (Smaller) is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) trainability comparison.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Beagle or Shih Tzu or Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Beagle or Shih Tzu or Indian Spitz (Smaller)? 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.	Shih Tzu dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Beagle or Shih Tzu or Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet	Active Playful Happy Courageous Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Lively Gentle	Active Playful Intelligent Loyal Kind Athletic Communicative
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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 Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	High: Beagle 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.	Average: Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) social needs comparison:	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are a social breed. 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.	Shih Tzu dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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?	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) playfulness comparison:	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.	Shih Tzus are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Indian Spitz (Smaller) is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Shih Tzu is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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 Beagle or Shih Tzu or Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Shih Tzu breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Indian Spitz (Smaller) breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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.	Shih Tzu dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Beagle or Shih Tzu or Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Shih Tzu dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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.

Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Beagle or Shih Tzu or Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Shih Tzu bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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 Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shih Tzu has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Indian Spitz (Smaller) has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) mouthiness comparison:	Beagle dogs have an 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.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) health comparison. Which is the healthier: Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shih Tzu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Indian Spitz (Smaller)s are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller)? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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 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	No data available
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 Shih Tzu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Indian Spitz (Smaller) should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) lifespan comparison. How long do Beagle, Shih Tzu and Indian Spitz (Smaller) breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years	10-16 years The average lifespan of Shih Tzu: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Indian Spitz (Smaller): 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.

Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Beagle or Shih Tzu or Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day.	1/4 to 1/2 cup 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 Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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 Shih Tzu's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low: The Indian Spitz (Smaller) has good luck with genetics. See more.
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Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Thick
Colors What are the original Beagle, Shih Tzu and Indian Spitz (Smaller) color?	Black Tan Red White Tricolor	Black Red Blue Silver Brindle Liver Gold	White Brown Black & White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Beagle or Shih Tzu or Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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.	Average: The Indian Spitz (Smaller) requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Beagle or Shih Tzu or Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Beagle or Shih Tzu or {name3 shedding:	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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: Beagle or Shih Tzu or Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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 Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Shih Tzu has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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 Shih Tzu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Indian Spitz (Smaller) is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.	Shih Tzu dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Beagle or Shih Tzu or Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Which dog is more friendly?	Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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 Shih Tzu or Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Beagle or Shih Tzu or Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Shih Tzu dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Beagle or Shih Tzu or Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	Yes Beagle 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.	Yes Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shih Tzu is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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.	Shih Tzus are not the best breed for elderly people.	Indian Spitz (Smaller)s are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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 Shih Tzu or Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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 Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	Yes Beagle 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 Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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 Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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 Shih Tzu and Indian Spitz (Smaller) have?	2-14 puppies, average 7	2-5 puppies	1-3 puppies
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Beagle vs Shih Tzu vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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 1969 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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 Canadian Canine Registry	No data available

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