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Name	Chiribaya Dog	Chilean Fox Terrier	Chihuahua
Origins	Peru	Chile	Mexico
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Group	Extinct	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chiribaya shepherd Pastor Chiribaya Pastor Peruano Peruvian shepherd Perro Chiribaya	Chilean Terrier Ratonero Chilean Rat Terrier	Csivava Chihuahueño
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Chiribaya Dog or Chilean Fox Terrier or Chihuahua? Which is the smallest dog, Chiribaya Dog or Chilean Fox Terrier or Chihuahua?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Chiribaya Dog or Chilean Fox Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier? Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua weight comparison:	Male: 24-31 pounds (10-14 kg), Female: 24-28 pounds (11-13 kg)	Male: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 11-15 pounds (5-7 kg)	2-6 pounds (1-3 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 27.5 pounds (12 kg), Female: 26 pounds (12 kg)	Male: 15.5 pounds (7 kg), Female: 13 pounds (6 kg)	4 pounds (2 kg)
Height Which is taller, Chiribaya Dog or Chilean Fox Terrier or Chihuahua? Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua height comparison:	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)	Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)	6-9 inches (15-23 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)	7.5 inches (19 cm)

Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Chiribaya Dog or Chilean Fox Terrier or Chihuahua? Which is more expensive?	Unavailable	$400-$500	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Chiribaya Dog or Chilean Fox Terrier or Chihuahua?	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get.

Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua intelligence:	Smart: The Chiribaya Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Chilean Fox Terrier is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua trainability comparison.	Chiribaya Dog dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Chihuahua 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: Chiribaya Dog or Chilean Fox Terrier or Chihuahua?	Chiribaya Dog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Chiribaya Dog or Chilean Fox Terrier or Chihuahua? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Chiribaya Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Chilean Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Chiribaya Dog or Chilean Fox Terrier or Chihuahua? Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua behavior/temperament comparison:	Companionable Herding	Affectionate Loyal	Alert Courageous Intelligent Quick Devoted Lively
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Chihuahua dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua?	High: Chiribaya Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua social needs comparison:	Chiribaya Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Chilean Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Chiribaya Dog dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Chilean Fox Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Chihuahua 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?	Chiribaya Dog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Chilean Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua playfulness comparison:	The Chiribaya Dog is a playful breed. See more.	The Chilean Fox Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua?	A lot: Chiribaya Dog is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Chilean Fox Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Chihuahua 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 Chiribaya Dog or Chilean Fox Terrier or Chihuahua?	It is not recommended to keep the Chiribaya Dog breed in the home.	Apartment-friendly dog the Chilean Fox Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua health comparison. Which is the healthier: Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua?	Chiribaya Dog s tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.	Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Collapsed Trachea Heart Murmurs Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Pulmonic Stenosis Hydrocephalus Hypoglycemia Shivering
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Chiribaya Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Chilean Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua lifespan comparison. How long do Chiribaya Dog , Chilean Fox Terrier and Chihuahua breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Chiribaya Dog : 11 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Chilean Fox Terrier: 15 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua?	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.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Chiribaya Dog or Chilean Fox Terrier or Chihuahua? Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua energy level comparison:	Chiribaya Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Chihuahua 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 Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Chiribaya Dog or Chilean Fox Terrier or Chihuahua? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Chiribaya Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.	Chilean Fox Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Chiribaya Dog or Chilean Fox Terrier or Chihuahua?	Chiribaya Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Chilean Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Chihuahua 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

Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Chiribaya Dog or Chilean Fox Terrier or Chihuahua?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Chiribaya Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Chilean Fox Terrier has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua coat comparison:	Silky Shiny	Tight Lustrous	Fine
Colors What are the original Chiribaya Dog , Chilean Fox Terrier and Chihuahua color?	Yellow Reddish Beige	White Black & Tan Blue & Tan Brown & Tan	Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Chiribaya Dog or Chilean Fox Terrier or Chihuahua? Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua grooming comparison:	Average: The Chiribaya Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Chilean Fox Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Chiribaya Dog or Chilean Fox Terrier or Chihuahua? Chiribaya Dog or Chilean Fox Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Chiribaya Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Chilean Fox Terrier dogs shed above average. See more.	Chihuahua 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: Chiribaya Dog or Chilean Fox Terrier or Chihuahua?	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. 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 Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua 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, Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua?	Medium ⏺ The Chiribaya Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Chilean Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Chiribaya Dog is an average drooler. See more.	The Chilean Fox Terrier 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.

Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua Good With Comparison

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

Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua 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: Chiribaya Dog or Chilean Fox Terrier or Chihuahua? 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: Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua?	Not really Chiribaya Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chilean Fox Terrier 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.
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.

Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua 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 Chiribaya Dog and Chilean Fox Terrier and Chihuahua have?	1-14 puppies	6-7 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Chiribaya Dog vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Chihuahua Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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

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