Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bassotto or Bichon A Poil Frise or King Of The Toys? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Dachshund and Bichon Frise. Which is better: Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Miniature Pinscher?
Name | Dachshund | Bichon Frise | Miniature Pinscher |
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Origins | Germany | Spain Belgium | Germany |
Group | Hunting Dogs | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 13 | 46 | 71 |
Reviews | 7 | 5 | 1 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel |
Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise |
King Of The Toys Reh Pinscher Zwergpinsc Min Pin |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Miniature Pinscher? Which is the smallest dog, Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Miniature Pinscher? | Small | Small | Small |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Bichon Frise? Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher weight comparison: | Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) | 7-13 pounds (3-6 kg) | Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 8-9 pounds (about 4 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) | 10 pounds (4.5 kg) | Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8.5 pounds (about 4 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Miniature Pinscher? Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher height comparison: | Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm) | Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm) | Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm) | Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm) | Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) |
Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Miniature Pinscher? Which is more expensive? | $500-$700 | $700-$1000 | $400-$600 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Miniature Pinscher? | Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Miniature Pinscher is quite easy to get. |
Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher intelligence: | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Smart: The Miniature Pinscher dogs have great intelligence. |
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Trainability
Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher trainability comparison. | Dachshund dogs are easy to train. | Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Miniature Pinscher? | Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are average watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Miniature Pinscher?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Dachshund dogs are average defenders. | Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory. | Miniature Pinscher dogs strongly protect their territory. |
Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Miniature Pinscher? Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher behavior/temperament comparison: |
Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever |
Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful |
Playful Energetic Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Responsive Clever |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Sensitive: Miniature Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher? | High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Miniature Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher social needs comparison: | Dachshund dogs are a social breed. | Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential. | Miniature Pinscher dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Their prey drive is low. | Miniature Pinscher 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. |
Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher playfulness comparison: | Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. | The Miniature Pinscher is a highly playful breed. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher? | A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. | Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. | A lot: Miniature Pinscher is a particularly loud breed. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Miniature Pinscher? | Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise breed. | Apartment-friendly dog the Miniature Pinscher breed. |
Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Bichon Frise dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Miniature Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Miniature Pinscher? | Dachshund 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. | Bichon Frise dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Miniature Pinscher 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. |
Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Miniature Pinscher? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bichon Frise bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Pinscher bite force: Weak. |
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Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Miniature Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher mouthiness comparison: | Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Bichon Frise dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Miniature Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher health comparison. Which is the healthier: Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher? | The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Bichon Frise is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Miniature Pinschers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. |
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Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher health problems comparison: |
Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts |
Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy |
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Bichon Frise should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Frequent The Miniature Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Life Expectancy
Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher lifespan comparison. How long do Dachshund, Bichon Frise and Miniature Pinscher breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Miniature Pinscher: 13 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher? | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. |
Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Miniature Pinscher?
Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher energy level comparison: | Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. | Miniature Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Miniature Pinscher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need. | Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal. | Miniature Pinscher dogs exercise need is minimal. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Miniature Pinscher? | Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Bichon Frise dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Miniature Pinscher? | 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1/2 to 1.5 cups 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. |
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher weight gain potential comparison: | High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight. | High: The Miniature Pinscher breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. |
Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher coat comparison: | Fine | Curly | Rough |
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Colors
What are the original Dachshund, Bichon Frise and Miniature Pinscher color? |
Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown | Cream White Buff Apricot |
Black Tan Red Chocolate Rust |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Miniature Pinscher? Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher grooming comparison: | Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Effortless: The Miniature Pinscher requires minimal grooming. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Miniature Pinscher? Dachshund or Bichon Frise or {name3 shedding: | Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. | Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. | Miniature Pinscher dogs shed moderately. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Miniature Pinscher? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
Hypoallergenic
Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | No See more. | Yes See more. | No See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher? | Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Miniature Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell. |
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Miniature Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets. | Bichon Frise dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Miniature Pinscher? Which dog is more friendly? | Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Miniature Pinscher? | Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Miniature Pinscher? | Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Miniature Pinscher? | Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher? |
Yes Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Bichon Frise dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Miniature Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Bichon Frise is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Miniature Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people. | Bichon Frises are usually recommended for elderly people. | Miniature Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher 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. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Dachshund or Bichon Frise or Miniature Pinscher? Which is better for autism? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog? | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. | 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: Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher? | Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Bichon Frise breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Miniature Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
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. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
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. |
Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Dachshund and Bichon Frise and Miniature Pinscher have? | 4-8 puppies | 2-5 puppies | 2-5 puppies |
Dachshund vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Pinscher Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Toy breed. |
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FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section. | Not recognized by FCI. | 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 Canadian 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 The Bichon Frise Club Of America |
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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