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Name	Dachshund	Papillon	Shiba Inu
Origins	Germany	Spain France Belgium	Japan
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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	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Dachshund or Papillon or Shiba Inu? Which is the smallest dog, Dachshund or Papillon or Shiba Inu?	Small	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Dachshund or Papillon or Papillon? Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu weight comparison:	Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 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)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Dachshund or Papillon or Shiba Inu? Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu height comparison:	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 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: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Dachshund or Papillon or Shiba Inu? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$400-$600	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Dachshund or Papillon or Shiba Inu?	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.

Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu trainability comparison.	Dachshund dogs are easy to train. See more.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Dachshund or Papillon or Shiba Inu?	Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Dachshund or Papillon or Shiba Inu? 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.	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Dachshund or Papillon or Shiba Inu? Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu?	High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu social needs comparison:	Dachshund dogs are a social breed. See more.	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. 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.	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. 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.	Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Shiba Inu 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 Papillon vs Shiba Inu Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu playfulness comparison:	Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu?	A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Dachshund or Papillon or Shiba Inu?	Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.	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 Papillon indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu 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.	Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Dachshund or Papillon or Shiba Inu?	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.	Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu health comparison. Which is the healthier: Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu?	The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shiba Inu 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 Papillon vs Shiba Inu? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu 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	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax
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 Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu lifespan comparison. How long do Dachshund, Papillon and Shiba Inu breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Dachshund or Papillon or Shiba Inu? Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu 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.	Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Dachshund or Papillon or Shiba Inu? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.	Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Dachshund or Papillon or Shiba Inu?	Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Dachshund or Papillon or Shiba Inu?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu coat comparison:	Fine	Feathered	Dense
Colors What are the original Dachshund, Papillon and Shiba Inu color?	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Dachshund or Papillon or Shiba Inu? Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Dachshund or Papillon or Shiba Inu? Dachshund or Papillon or {name3 shedding:	Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Dachshund or Papillon or Shiba Inu?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks 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 Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu 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 Papillon vs Shiba Inu?	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu 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. See more.	The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.	Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Dachshund or Papillon or Shiba Inu? Which dog is more friendly?	Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most 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 Dachshund or Papillon or Shiba Inu?	Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Dachshund or Papillon or Shiba Inu?	Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Dachshund or Papillon or Shiba Inu?	Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu?	Yes Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Papillon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Papillon is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shiba Inu 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.	Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.	Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.

Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu 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 Papillon or Shiba Inu? 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.	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?	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 Papillon vs Shiba Inu?	Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shiba Inu 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.	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 Papillon vs Shiba Inu 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 Papillon and Shiba Inu have?	4-8 puppies	2-4 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Dachshund vs Papillon vs Shiba Inu 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 1915 as a Toy 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 Dachshunds group, in the section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds 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 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

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