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Name	Chihuahua	Papillon	Russian Toy
Origins	Mexico	Spain France Belgium	Russia
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Csivava Chihuahueño	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog	Moscovian Miniature Terrier Moscow Toy Terrier Russian Terrier Russian Toy Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Chihuahua or Papillon or Russian Toy? Which is the smallest dog, Chihuahua or Papillon or Russian Toy?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Chihuahua or Papillon or Papillon? Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy weight comparison:	2-6 pounds (1-3 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	3-6 pounds (1.3-2.7 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	4 pounds (2 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	4.5 pounds (1.3-2.7 kg)
Height Which is taller, Chihuahua or Papillon or Russian Toy? Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy height comparison:	6-9 inches (15-23 cm)	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	8-10 inches (20-26 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	7.5 inches (19 cm)	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	9 inches (23 cm)

Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Chihuahua or Papillon or Russian Toy? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$400-$600	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Chihuahua or Papillon or Russian Toy?	Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.	Average: The Russian Toy is a commonly available dog breed.

Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy trainability comparison.	Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.	Russian Toy 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: Chihuahua or Papillon or Russian Toy?	Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Russian Toy dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Chihuahua or Papillon or Russian Toy? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Russian Toy dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Chihuahua or Papillon or Russian Toy? Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Courageous Intelligent Quick Devoted Lively	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	Active Playful Protective Loyal Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Chihuahua dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Papillon 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: Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy?	High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Russian Toy dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy social needs comparison:	Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Russian Toy dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Russian Toy dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	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.	Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Russian Toy 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

Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy playfulness comparison:	Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Russian Toy is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy?	A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Russian Toy 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 Chihuahua or Papillon or Russian Toy?	Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed.	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 Papillon indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Russian Toy breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Chihuahua dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Russian Toy dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Chihuahua or Papillon or Russian Toy?	Chihuahua dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Russian Toy 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 vs Papillon vs Russian Toy Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy health comparison. Which is the healthier: Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy?	Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.	The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Russian Toys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Heart Murmurs Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Pulmonic Stenosis Hydrocephalus Hypoglycemia Shivering	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia	Patellar Luxation Retained Baby Teeth
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Russian Toy should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy lifespan comparison. How long do Chihuahua, Papillon and Russian Toy breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-18 years The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Russian Toy: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy?	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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Chihuahua or Papillon or Russian Toy?	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	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? Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Russian Toy has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy coat comparison:	Fine	Feathered	Smooth
Colors What are the original Chihuahua, Papillon and Russian Toy color?	Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	Black Tan Blue Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Chihuahua or Papillon or Russian Toy? Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Russian Toy doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Chihuahua or Papillon or Russian Toy? Chihuahua or Papillon or {name3 shedding:	Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Russian Toy dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Chihuahua or Papillon or Russian Toy?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy?	High 🔼 The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Russian Toy has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Russian Toy is an average drooler. See more.

Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy Good With Comparison

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

Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy 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: Chihuahua or Papillon or Russian Toy? 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.
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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: Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy?	Not really Chihuahua breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Russian Toy 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.

Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy 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 Chihuahua and Papillon and Russian Toy have?	2-4 puppies	2-4 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Chihuahua vs Papillon vs Russian Toy Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy 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	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service

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