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Compare Dachshund and Japanese Chow Spitz. Which is better: Dachshund or Japanese Chow Spitz or Bichon Frise?
Name | Dachshund | Japanese Chow Spitz | Bichon Frise |
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Origins | Germany | Japan China | Spain Belgium |
Group | Hunting Dogs | Designer Dogs | Companion Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 13 | 1574 | 46 |
Reviews | 7 | 0 | 5 |
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Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel | No data available |
Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise breed type comparison: | Purebred | Cross Breed | Purebred |
Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Dachshund or Japanese Chow Spitz or Bichon Frise? Which is the smallest dog, Dachshund or Japanese Chow Spitz or Bichon Frise? | Small | Medium | Small |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Dachshund or Japanese Chow Spitz or Japanese Chow Spitz? Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise weight comparison: | Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) | 20-40 pounds (9-18 kg) | 7-13 pounds (3-6 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) | 30 pounds (13.5 kg) | 10 pounds (4.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Dachshund or Japanese Chow Spitz or Bichon Frise? Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise height comparison: | Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm) | 12-18 inches (30-45 cm) | Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 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) | 15 inches (37.5 cm) | Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm) |
Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Dachshund or Japanese Chow Spitz or Bichon Frise? Which is more expensive? | $500-$700 | $300-$500 | $700-$1000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Dachshund or Japanese Chow Spitz or Bichon Frise? | Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Japanese Chow Spitz is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get. |
Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise intelligence: | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
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Trainability
Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise trainability comparison. | Dachshund dogs are easy to train. | Japanese Chow Spitz dogs are quite easy to train. | Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Dachshund or Japanese Chow Spitz or Bichon Frise? | Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. | Japanese Chow Spitz dogs are average watchdogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Dachshund or Japanese Chow Spitz or Bichon Frise?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Dachshund dogs are average defenders. | Japanese Chow Spitz dogs strongly protect their territory. | Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory. |
Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Dachshund or Japanese Chow Spitz or Bichon Frise? Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise behavior/temperament comparison: |
Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever |
Playful Loving Aloof Independent Protective Alert Intelligent Loyal Quiet Detached |
Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful |
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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. | Japanese Chow Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise? | High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average to High: Japanese Chow Spitz dogs are highly affectionate dogs. | High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise social needs comparison: | Dachshund dogs are a social breed. | Japanese Chow Spitz dogs are a social breed. | Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
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. | Japanese Chow Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential. |
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. | Japanese Chow Spitz 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. | Their prey drive is low. |
Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise playfulness comparison: | Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Japanese Chow Spitzs, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise? | A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. | Low: The Japanese Chow Spitz barks none to minimal. | Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Dachshund or Japanese Chow Spitz or Bichon Frise? | Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed. | Apartment-friendly dog the Japanese Chow Spitz breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise breed. |
Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise 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. | Japanese Chow Spitz dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Bichon Frise 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 Japanese Chow Spitz or Bichon Frise? | 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. | Japanese Chow Spitz 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. |
Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Dachshund or Japanese Chow Spitz or Bichon Frise? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Japanese Chow Spitz bite force: Ordinary. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bichon Frise 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 Japanese Chow Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise mouthiness comparison: | Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Japanese Chow Spitz dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Bichon Frise dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise health comparison. Which is the healthier: Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise? | The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Japanese Chow Spitz 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. |
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Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise 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 Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Eye Problems Epilepsy Entropion Ectropion Heart Disease | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts |
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 Japanese Chow Spitz 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. |
Life Expectancy
Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise lifespan comparison. How long do Dachshund, Japanese Chow Spitz and Bichon Frise breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years |
13-15 years The average lifespan of Japanese Chow Spitz: 14 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise? | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. |
Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Dachshund or Japanese Chow Spitz or Bichon Frise?
Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise 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. | Japanese Chow Spitz dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. | Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Dachshund or Japanese Chow Spitz or Bichon Frise? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need. | Japanese Chow Spitz dogs exercise need is minimal. | Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Dachshund or Japanese Chow Spitz or Bichon Frise? | Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Japanese Chow Spitz dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. | Bichon Frise dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. |
Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Dachshund or Japanese Chow Spitz or Bichon Frise? | 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 2 to 2.5 cup 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. |
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise 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 Japanese Chow Spitz's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise coat comparison: | Fine |
Rough Feathered | Curly |
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Colors
What are the original Dachshund, Japanese Chow Spitz and Bichon Frise color? |
Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown |
Black Red Blue Cream White Sable Cinnamon Lemon | Cream White Buff Apricot |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Dachshund or Japanese Chow Spitz or Bichon Frise? Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise grooming comparison: | Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Advanced: The Japanese Chow Spitz requires a lot of grooming. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Dachshund or Japanese Chow Spitz or Bichon Frise? Dachshund or Japanese Chow Spitz or {name3 shedding: | Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. | Japanese Chow Spitz dogs shed above average. | Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Dachshund or Japanese Chow Spitz or Bichon Frise? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Hypoallergenic
Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | No See more. | No See more. | Yes See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise? | Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Japanese Chow Spitz has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low 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 Japanese Chow Spitz is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. | The Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets. | Japanese Chow Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Bichon Frise dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Dachshund or Japanese Chow Spitz or Bichon Frise? Which dog is more friendly? | Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Japanese Chow Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Bichon Frise dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Dachshund or Japanese Chow Spitz or Bichon Frise? | Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. | Japanese Chow Spitz dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Dachshund or Japanese Chow Spitz or Bichon Frise? | Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Japanese Chow Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Dachshund or Japanese Chow Spitz or Bichon Frise? | Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Japanese Chow Spitz dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise? |
Yes Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Japanese Chow Spitz 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. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Japanese Chow Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Bichon Frise 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. | Japanese Chow Spitzs are not the best breed for elderly people. | Bichon Frises are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise 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 Japanese Chow Spitz or Bichon Frise? Which is better for autism? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect 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 Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise? | Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Japanese Chow Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Bichon Frise 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 Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise 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 Japanese Chow Spitz and Bichon Frise have? | 4-8 puppies | 3-6 puppies | 2-5 puppies |
Dachshund vs Japanese Chow Spitz vs Bichon Frise Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting 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. | 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 Canadian Canine Registry | No data available |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The Bichon Frise Club Of America |
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