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Name	Chow Chow	Schipperke	Affenpinscher
Origins	China	Belgium	Germany France
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chowdren Chow	Spits Spitske Spitzke	Affie African Terrier Monkey Dog Monkey Terrier Affen
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Chow Chow or Schipperke or Affenpinscher? Which is the smallest dog, Chow Chow or Schipperke or Affenpinscher?	Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Chow Chow or Schipperke or Schipperke? Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher weight comparison:	45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	12-18 pounds (5.5-8 kg)	7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	15 pounds (5.6.5 kg)	8 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Chow Chow or Schipperke or Affenpinscher? Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher height comparison:	Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	10-13 inches (21-33 cm)	9-12 inches (23-30 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	20 inches (51 cm)	11.5 inches (27 cm)	10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Chow Chow or Schipperke or Affenpinscher? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$600-$1000	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Chow Chow or Schipperke or Affenpinscher?	Very frequent: The Chow Chow is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Schipperke is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Affenpinscher is easier than average to get.

Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher intelligence:	Low: The Chow Chow is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Schipperke is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Affenpinscher dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Schipperke dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Affenpinscher 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: Chow Chow or Schipperke or Affenpinscher?	Chow Chow dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Schipperke dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Affenpinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Chow Chow or Schipperke or Affenpinscher? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Chow Chow dogs are average defenders. See more.	Schipperke dogs are average defenders. See more.	Affenpinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Chow Chow or Schipperke or Affenpinscher? Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher behavior/temperament comparison:	Aloof Independent Protective Intelligent Loyal Quiet Detached	Curious Independent Agile Intelligent Confident Fearless Faithful	Active Curious Playful Adventurous Funny Loving Stubborn
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Chow Chow dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Affenpinscher 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: Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher?	Slightly Below Average: Chow Chow dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Schipperke dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Affenpinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher social needs comparison:	Chow Chow dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Schipperke dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Affenpinscher dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Chow Chow dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Schipperke dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Affenpinscher 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?	Chow Chow dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Schipperke dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Affenpinscher 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

Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher playfulness comparison:	Chow Chows are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Schipperke is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Affenpinscher is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher?	Low: The Chow Chow barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Schipperke barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Affenpinscher rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Chow Chow or Schipperke or Affenpinscher?	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 Chow Chow indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Schipperke breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Affenpinscher breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Chow Chow dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Schipperke dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Affenpinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Chow Chow or Schipperke or Affenpinscher?	Chow Chow dogs handle alone time quite well.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Affenpinscher dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Chow Chow or Schipperke or Affenpinscher?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Chow Chow bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Schipperke bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Affenpinscher 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:	Moderate ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Schipperke has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Affenpinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher mouthiness comparison:	Chow Chow dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Schipperke dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Affenpinscher dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher health comparison. Which is the healthier: Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher?	The Chow Chow is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Schipperke is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Affenpinscher is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Ectropion	No data available	Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Fractures Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Luxating Patella Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Slipped Stifle
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Chow Chow should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Schipperke should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Affenpinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher lifespan comparison. How long do Chow Chow, Schipperke and Affenpinscher breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Chow Chow: 14 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Schipperke: 14 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Affenpinscher: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher?	Prefers cold weather The Chow Chow can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Chow Chow or Schipperke or Affenpinscher?	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup 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? Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chow Chow's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Schipperke breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Affenpinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher coat comparison:	Rough	Fluffy Soft Thick	Wiry
Colors What are the original Chow Chow, Schipperke and Affenpinscher color?	Black Red Blue Cream Cinnamon	Black Tan Blue Cream Brown Apricot	Black Belge Tan Red Silver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Chow Chow or Schipperke or Affenpinscher? Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Schipperke doesn't require a lot of 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 Chow Chow or Schipperke or Affenpinscher? Chow Chow or Schipperke or {name3 shedding:	Chow Chow dogs shed above average. See more.	Schipperke dogs shed moderately. See more.	Affenpinscher 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: Chow Chow or Schipperke or Affenpinscher?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher 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, Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher?	Medium ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Schipperke has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Affenpinscher has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Chow Chow is an average drooler. See more.	The Schipperke is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Affenpinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Chow Chow dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Schipperke dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Affenpinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Chow Chow or Schipperke or Affenpinscher? Which dog is more friendly?	Chow Chow dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Affenpinscher 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 Chow Chow or Schipperke or Affenpinscher?	Chow Chow dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Affenpinscher dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Chow Chow or Schipperke or Affenpinscher?	Chow Chow dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Affenpinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Chow Chow or Schipperke or Affenpinscher?	Chow Chow dogs are not dog-friendly.	Schipperke dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Affenpinscher dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher?	No Chow Chow dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Schipperke dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Affenpinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Chow Chow is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Schipperke is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Affenpinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Chow Chows are not the best breed for elderly people.	Schipperkes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Affenpinschers are not recommended for elderly people.

Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher 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: Chow Chow or Schipperke or Affenpinscher? 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.
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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: Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher?	Not really Chow Chow breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Schipperke breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Affenpinscher 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	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	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.

Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher 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 Chow Chow and Schipperke and Affenpinscher have?	3-6 puppies	3-7 puppies	1-3 puppies
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Chow Chow vs Schipperke vs Affenpinscher Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1903 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type 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	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.

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