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Name	Bedlington Terrier	Shih Tzu	Lurcher
Origins	United Kingdom	China	United Kingdom
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	151	20	505
Reviews	1	19	1
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Rodbery Terrier Rothbury Terrier	Chrysanthemum Dog Chinese Lion Dog	Poacher's Dog Long Haired Lurcher
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bedlington Terrier or Shih Tzu or Lurcher? Which is the smallest dog, Bedlington Terrier or Shih Tzu or Lurcher?	Medium	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Bedlington Terrier or Shih Tzu or Shih Tzu? Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher weight comparison:	Male: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg), Female: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg)	9–16 pounds (4-7 kg)	60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 20.5 pounds (9 kg), Female: 20.5 pounds (9 kg)	9–16 pounds (5.5 kg)	65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bedlington Terrier or Shih Tzu or Lurcher? Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher height comparison:	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)	8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	22-28 inches (55-71 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)	25 inches (63 cm)

Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bedlington Terrier or Shih Tzu or Lurcher? Which is more expensive?	$1800-$2000	$800-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Bedlington Terrier or Shih Tzu or Lurcher?	Frequent: The Bedlington Terrier is easier than average 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.

Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher 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 to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher trainability comparison.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Lurcher 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: Bedlington Terrier or Shih Tzu or Lurcher?	Bedlington Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Lurcher dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bedlington Terrier or Shih Tzu or Lurcher? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bedlington Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Lurcher dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bedlington Terrier or Shih Tzu or Lurcher? Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Reliable Loyal Devoted	Active Playful Happy Courageous Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Lively Gentle	Funny Loving Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Bedlington Terrier 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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher?	High: Bedlington Terrier 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.	High: Lurcher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher social needs comparison:	Bedlington Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Lurcher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Bedlington Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Lurcher is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Bedlington Terrier 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.	Lurcher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher playfulness comparison:	Average: Bedlington Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Shih Tzus are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Lurchers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher?	Low to Average: The Bedlington Terrier rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Shih Tzu is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Lurcher barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bedlington Terrier or Shih Tzu or Lurcher?	Apartment-friendly dog the Bedlington Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Shih Tzu breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Lurcher breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Bedlington Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Shih Tzu dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Lurcher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bedlington Terrier or Shih Tzu or Lurcher?	Bedlington Terrier 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher?	The Bedlington Terrier 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.	The Lurcher 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: Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher health problems comparison:	No data available	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	Bloat
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Bedlington Terrier 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.	Average The Lurcher should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher lifespan comparison. How long do Bedlington Terrier, Shih Tzu and Lurcher breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Bedlington Terrier: 15 years	10-16 years The average lifespan of Shih Tzu: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Lurcher: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bedlington Terrier 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 average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bedlington Terrier or Shih Tzu or Lurcher? Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher energy level comparison:	Bedlington Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Shih Tzu dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Lurcher 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 Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bedlington Terrier or Shih Tzu or Lurcher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bedlington Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Shih Tzu dogs exercise need is minimal.	Lurcher dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bedlington Terrier or Shih Tzu or Lurcher?	Bedlington Terrier 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.	Lurcher 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

Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bedlington Terrier or Shih Tzu or Lurcher?	Recommended daily amount: 1 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.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Bedlington Terrier 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.	Low to Average: The Lurcher has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher coat comparison:	Curly	Dense	Thick Smooth Straight
Colors What are the original Bedlington Terrier, Shih Tzu and Lurcher color?	Tan Blue Liver Sandy	Black Red Blue Silver Brindle Liver Gold	Any
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bedlington Terrier or Shih Tzu or Lurcher? Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher grooming comparison:	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.	Average: The Lurcher requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bedlington Terrier or Shih Tzu or Lurcher? Bedlington Terrier or Shih Tzu or {name3 shedding:	Bedlington Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Lurcher 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: Bedlington Terrier or Shih Tzu or Lurcher?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher 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, Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher?	Medium ⏺ The Bedlington Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Shih Tzu has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Lurcher has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Bedlington Terrier 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 Lurcher is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher Good With Comparison

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

Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher 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: Bedlington Terrier or Shih Tzu or Lurcher? 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.
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: Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher?	Not really Bedlington Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shih Tzu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Lurcher 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.

Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher 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 Bedlington Terrier and Shih Tzu and Lurcher have?	3-6 puppies	2-5 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Bedlington Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Lurcher Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Terrier 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 Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers 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?	No data available	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	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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