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Name	Dachshund	Boston Terrier	Chihuahua
Origins	Germany	United States	Mexico
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel	American Gentlemen Boston Bull Terrier Boxwood Boston Bull	Csivava Chihuahueño
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Dachshund or Boston Terrier or Chihuahua? Which is the smallest dog, Dachshund or Boston Terrier or Chihuahua?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Dachshund or Boston Terrier or Boston Terrier? Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua weight comparison:	Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)	10-25 pounds (6-11kg)	2-6 pounds (1-3 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)	17.5 pounds (8.5 kg)	4 pounds (2 kg)
Height Which is taller, Dachshund or Boston Terrier or Chihuahua? Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua height comparison:	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)	15-17 inches (38-43 cm)	6-9 inches (15-23 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)	16 inches (40.5 cm)	7.5 inches (19 cm)

Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Dachshund or Boston Terrier or Chihuahua? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$600-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Dachshund or Boston Terrier or Chihuahua?	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Boston Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get.

Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Dachshund or Boston Terrier or Chihuahua? Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Aggressive	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.	Sensitive: Boston Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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: Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua?	High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Boston Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. 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 Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua social needs comparison:	Dachshund dogs are a social breed. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
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. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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?	Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. 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

Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua playfulness comparison:	Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Boston Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua?	A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Boston Terrier rarely barks. 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 Dachshund or Boston Terrier or Chihuahua?	Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Boston Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua 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.	Boston 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: Dachshund or Boston Terrier or Chihuahua?	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.	Boston Terrier 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 dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua health comparison. Which is the healthier: Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua?	The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Boston Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua 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	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Patellar Luxation Allergies Deafness Cherry Eye Brain Tumors Megaesophagus Reverse Sneezing	Collapsed Trachea Heart Murmurs Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Pulmonic Stenosis Hydrocephalus Hypoglycemia Shivering
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 Boston Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least 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 Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua lifespan comparison. How long do Dachshund, Boston Terrier and Chihuahua 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 Boston Terrier: 13 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: Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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.

Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Dachshund or Boston Terrier or Chihuahua? Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua 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.	Boston Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	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 Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Dachshund or Boston Terrier or Chihuahua? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.	Boston Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Dachshund or Boston Terrier or Chihuahua?	Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Boston Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	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

Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Dachshund or Boston Terrier or Chihuahua?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 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? Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Boston Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua coat comparison:	Fine	Fine	Fine
Colors What are the original Dachshund, Boston Terrier and Chihuahua color?	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown	Black White Brindle Seal	Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Dachshund or Boston Terrier or Chihuahua? Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Boston 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 Dachshund or Boston Terrier or Chihuahua? Dachshund or Boston Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs shed moderately. 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: Dachshund or Boston Terrier or Chihuahua?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Dachshund vs Boston 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, Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua?	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Boston 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 Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Boston 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.

Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.	Boston Terrier dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Chihuahua dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Dachshund or Boston Terrier or Chihuahua? Which dog is more friendly?	Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Boston 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 Dachshund or Boston Terrier or Chihuahua?	Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Boston Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Dachshund or Boston Terrier or Chihuahua?	Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Boston Terrier dogs are very 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 Dachshund or Boston Terrier or Chihuahua?	Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Boston Terrier dogs are very 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: Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua?	Yes Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Boston 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 Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Boston 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?	Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.	Boston Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Chihuahuas are not recommended for elderly people.

Dachshund vs Boston 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: Dachshund or Boston Terrier or Chihuahua? 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.	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?	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 Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua?	Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boston 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Dachshund vs Boston 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 Dachshund and Boston Terrier and Chihuahua have?	4-8 puppies	3-5 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Dachshund vs Boston Terrier vs Chihuahua 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 1893 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.	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?	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	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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