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Name	Chow Chow	Standard Schnauzer	Shar-Pei
Origins	China	Germany	China
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Group	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	76	90	64
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chowdren Chow	Schnauzer Wirehair Pinscher Mittelschnauzer	Chinese Fighting Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Chow Chow or Standard Schnauzer or Shar-Pei? Which is the smallest dog, Chow Chow or Standard Schnauzer or Shar-Pei?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Chow Chow or Standard Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer? Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei weight comparison:	45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	40-55 pounds (18- 25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)	47.5 pounds (18- 25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Chow Chow or Standard Schnauzer or Shar-Pei? Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei height comparison:	Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	20 inches (51 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	19 inches (48.5 cm)

Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Chow Chow or Standard Schnauzer or Shar-Pei? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1200-$1500	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Chow Chow or Standard Schnauzer or Shar-Pei?	Very frequent: The Chow Chow is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shar-Pei is quite easy to get.

Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei intelligence:	Low: The Chow Chow is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Standard Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. 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 Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Shar-Pei 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 Standard Schnauzer or Shar-Pei?	Chow Chow dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Chow Chow or Standard Schnauzer or Shar-Pei? 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.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Chow Chow or Standard Schnauzer or Shar-Pei? Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei behavior/temperament comparison:	Aloof Independent Protective Intelligent Loyal Quiet Detached	Playful Intelligent Devoted Lively Trainable Good-natured	Loving Independent Affectionate Devoted Reserved Suspicious
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.	Shar-Pei dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei?	Slightly Below Average: Chow Chow dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Shar-Pei dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei social needs comparison:	Chow Chow dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are kinda antisocial. 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.	Standard Schnauzer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Shar-Pei 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.	Standard Schnauzer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Shar-Pei 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 Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei playfulness comparison:	Chow Chows are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Shar-Peis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei?	Low: The Chow Chow barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Shar-Pei barks none to minimal. 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 Standard Schnauzer or Shar-Pei?	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 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 Standard Schnauzer indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Shar-Pei breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei 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.	Average: Standard Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Shar-Pei dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Chow Chow or Standard Schnauzer or Shar-Pei?	Chow Chow dogs handle alone time quite well.	Standard Schnauzer 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.	Shar-Pei dogs handle alone time quite well.

Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei health comparison. Which is the healthier: Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei?	The Chow Chow is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Standard Schnauzers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Ectropion	Hip Dysplasia Follicular Dermatitis	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Osteochondrosis Dissecans Glaucoma Seborrhea Cutaneous Mucinosis Fever Pyoderma
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.	Frequent The Standard Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Shar-Pei should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei lifespan comparison. How long do Chow Chow, Standard Schnauzer and Shar-Pei breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Chow Chow: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Shar-Pei: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei?	Prefers cold weather The Chow Chow can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Standard Schnauzer 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.

Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Chow Chow or Standard Schnauzer or Shar-Pei?	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	2 to 2.5 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? Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei 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.	Low: The Standard Schnauzer has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shar-Pei's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei coat comparison:	Rough	Wiry	Dense
Colors What are the original Chow Chow, Standard Schnauzer and Shar-Pei color?	Black Red Blue Cream Cinnamon	Black Pepper Salt	Black Red Blue Cream Brown Fawn Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Chow Chow or Standard Schnauzer or Shar-Pei? Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei 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 Shar-Pei requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Chow Chow or Standard Schnauzer or Shar-Pei? Chow Chow or Standard Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:	Chow Chow dogs shed above average. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Shar-Pei 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 Standard Schnauzer or Shar-Pei?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	8-12 weeks Very 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 Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No 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, Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei?	Medium ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Shar-Pei has a high 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 Standard Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shar-Pei is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei 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.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Shar-Pei dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Chow Chow or Standard Schnauzer or Shar-Pei? Which dog is more friendly?	Chow Chow dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Shar-Pei dogs are not 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 Chow Chow or Standard Schnauzer or Shar-Pei?	Chow Chow dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Chow Chow or Standard Schnauzer or Shar-Pei?	Chow Chow dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei 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 Standard Schnauzer or Shar-Pei?	Chow Chow dogs are not dog-friendly.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei?	No Chow Chow dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Standard Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shar-Pei 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 Standard Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shar-Pei 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.	Standard Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Shar-Peis are not recommended for elderly people.

Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei 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 Standard Schnauzer or Shar-Pei? 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 Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei?	Not really Chow Chow breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Standard Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shar-Pei 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.	Yes 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei 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 Standard Schnauzer and Shar-Pei have?	3-6 puppies	4-8 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Chow Chow vs Standard Schnauzer vs Shar-Pei 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 Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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 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 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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