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Name	Chi-Poo	Chihuahua	Miniature Poodle
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chipoodle Chi-Poos Choodle Poochi Poohuahua	Csivava Chihuahueño	Barboncino Miniatura Barbone Carniche Moyen Pudle Zwergpudel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Chi-Poo or Chihuahua or Miniature Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Chi-Poo or Chihuahua or Miniature Poodle?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Chi-Poo or Chihuahua or Chihuahua? Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle weight comparison:	5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg)	2-6 pounds (1-3 kg)	15-17 pounds (7-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	12.5 pounds (6 kg)	4 pounds (2 kg)	16 pounds (7.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Chi-Poo or Chihuahua or Miniature Poodle? Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle height comparison:	6-14 inches (15-36 cm)	6-9 inches (15-23 cm)	11-15 inches (28-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	7.5 inches (19 cm)	13 inches (33 cm)

Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Chi-Poo or Chihuahua or Miniature Poodle? Which is more expensive?	$500-$1000	$600-$800	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Chi-Poo or Chihuahua or Miniature Poodle?	Average: The Chi-Poo is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Chihuahua 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.

Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle intelligence:	Very smart: Chi-Poo is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle trainability comparison.	Chi-Poo dogs are easy to train. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Chi-Poo or Chihuahua or Miniature Poodle?	Chi-Poo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Chi-Poo or Chihuahua or Miniature Poodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Chi-Poo dogs are average defenders. See more.	Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Chi-Poo or Chihuahua or Miniature Poodle? Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Companionable	Alert Courageous Intelligent Quick Devoted Lively	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Chi-Poo dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Chihuahua dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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: Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle?	High: Chi-Poo 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.	High: Miniature Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle social needs comparison:	Chi-Poo dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Chi-Poo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Miniature Poodle 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?	Chi-Poo 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.	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.	Miniature Poodle 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

Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle playfulness comparison:	The Chi-Poo is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Miniature Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle?	Average: The Chi-Poo barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Miniature Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Chi-Poo or Chihuahua or Miniature Poodle?	Very house-friendly dog the Chi-Poo breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Miniature Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle?	Chi-Poos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.	The Miniature Poodle 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: Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle health problems comparison:	Luxating Patella Glaucoma Hypoglycemia Overactive tear glands	Collapsed Trachea Heart Murmurs Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Pulmonic Stenosis Hydrocephalus Hypoglycemia Shivering	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Addison's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Chi-Poo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Miniature Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Chi-Poo, Chihuahua and Miniature Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Chi-Poo: 13 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Chi-Poo or Chihuahua or Miniature Poodle? Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle energy level comparison:	Chi-Poo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Chihuahua dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Miniature Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Chi-Poo or Chihuahua or Miniature Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Chi-Poo dogs exercise need is minimal.	Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Miniature Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Chi-Poo or Chihuahua or Miniature Poodle?	Chi-Poo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Chihuahua dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Miniature Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Chi-Poo or Chihuahua or Miniature Poodle?	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	0.5 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? Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Chi-Poo has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle coat comparison:	Short Long Medium	Fine	Dense Curly Thick
Colors What are the original Chi-Poo, Chihuahua and Miniature Poodle color?	Black Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Brindle Grey	Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Chi-Poo or Chihuahua or Miniature Poodle? Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle grooming comparison:	Average: The Chi-Poo requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming. 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 Chi-Poo or Chihuahua or Miniature Poodle? Chi-Poo or Chihuahua or {name3 shedding:	Chi-Poo dogs are low shedders. See more.	Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Miniature Poodle 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: Chi-Poo or Chihuahua or Miniature Poodle?	6-8 weeks 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle?	Low 🔽 The Chi-Poo has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Chi-Poo 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.	The Miniature Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Chi-Poo dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Chihuahua dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Miniature Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Chi-Poo or Chihuahua or Miniature Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Chi-Poo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Miniature Poodle dogs are 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 Chi-Poo or Chihuahua or Miniature Poodle?	Chi-Poo dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Chi-Poo or Chihuahua or Miniature Poodle?	Chi-Poo dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Chi-Poo or Chihuahua or Miniature Poodle?	Chi-Poo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle?	Yes Chi-Poo 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.	Yes Miniature Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Chi-Poo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Chihuahua is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Chi-Poos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Chihuahuas are not recommended for elderly people.	Miniature Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle 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: Chi-Poo or Chihuahua or Miniature Poodle? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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: Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle?	Not really Chi-Poo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chihuahua breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Poodle 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.

Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle 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 Chi-Poo and Chihuahua and Miniature Poodle have?	2-5 puppies	2-4 puppies	2-8 puppies, average 5
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Chi-Poo vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club Designer 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	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

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