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Name	Dachshund	Shih Tzu	Pekingese
Origins	Germany	China	China
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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	Chrysanthemum Dog Chinese Lion Dog	Chinese Spaniel Lion Dog Peke Peking Palasthund Pelchie Dog Peking Lion Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Dachshund or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? Which is the smallest dog, Dachshund or Shih Tzu or Pekingese?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Dachshund or Shih Tzu or Shih Tzu? Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese weight comparison:	Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)	9–16 pounds (4-7 kg)	8-10 pounds (3.6-4.5 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)	9–16 pounds (5.5 kg)	9 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Dachshund or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese height comparison:	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)	8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	6-9 inches (30.4-45 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)	9.5 inches (24 cm)	7.5 inches (30.24.5 cm)

Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Dachshund or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$800-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Dachshund or Shih Tzu or Pekingese?	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shih Tzu is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Pekingese is quite easy to get.

Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low: The Shih Tzu is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Low: The Pekingese is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese trainability comparison.	Dachshund dogs are easy to train. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Pekingese dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Dachshund or Shih Tzu or Pekingese?	Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Pekingese dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Dachshund or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? 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.	Shih Tzu dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Pekingese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Dachshund or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever	Active Playful Happy Courageous Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Lively Gentle	Stubborn Intelligent Affectionate Aggressive Good-natured Opinionated
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Pekingese dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese?	High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Shih Tzu dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pekingese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese social needs comparison:	Dachshund dogs are a social breed. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Pekingese 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.	Shih Tzu dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Pekingese dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Shih Tzu dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Pekingese dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese playfulness comparison:	Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Shih Tzus are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Pekingeses don't really like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese?	A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Shih Tzu is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Pekingese is a vocal 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 Shih Tzu or Pekingese?	Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Shih Tzu breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Pekingese breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese 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.	Shih Tzu dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Pekingese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Dachshund or Shih Tzu or Pekingese?	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.	Shih Tzu 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 Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese health comparison. Which is the healthier: Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese?	The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shih Tzu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Pekingeses are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese 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 Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Ear Infections Distichiasis Portosystemic Liver Shunt Bladder Stones Ectopic Cilia Reverse Sneezing Dry Eye Proptosis Juvenile Renal Dysplasia Keratitis Retained Baby Teeth Snuffles	Cataracts Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Intervertebral Disk Disease Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome Distichiasis Mitral Valve Disease Cryptorchidism Ectopic Cilia Cleft Palate Brachycephalic Syndrome Hydrocephalus Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
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 Shih Tzu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Pekingese 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 Shih Tzu vs Pekingese lifespan comparison. How long do Dachshund, Shih Tzu and Pekingese breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years	10-16 years The average lifespan of Shih Tzu: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Pekingese: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese?	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 average to cold weather conditions The Pekingese can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Dachshund or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese 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.	Shih Tzu dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Pekingese dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Dachshund or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.	Shih Tzu dogs exercise need is minimal.	Pekingese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Dachshund or Shih Tzu or Pekingese?	Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Shih Tzu dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Pekingese dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Dachshund or Shih Tzu or Pekingese?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day.	1/4 to 1/2 cup 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 Shih Tzu vs Pekingese weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shih Tzu's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Pekingese has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese coat comparison:	Fine	Dense	Dense
Colors What are the original Dachshund, Shih Tzu and Pekingese color?	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown	Black Red Blue Silver Brindle Liver Gold	Black Gray Red Cream White Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Dachshund or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Dachshund or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? Dachshund or Shih Tzu or {name3 shedding:	Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Pekingese dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Dachshund or Shih Tzu or Pekingese?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese?	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Shih Tzu has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Pekingese 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 Shih Tzu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pekingese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.	Shih Tzu dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Pekingese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Dachshund or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? Which dog is more friendly?	Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Pekingese 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 Shih Tzu or Pekingese?	Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Pekingese dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Dachshund or Shih Tzu or Pekingese?	Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Shih Tzu dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Pekingese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Dachshund or Shih Tzu or Pekingese?	Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Pekingese dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese?	Yes Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shih Tzu dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Pekingese 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 Shih Tzu is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pekingese 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.	Shih Tzus are not the best breed for elderly people.	Pekingeses are not recommended for elderly people.

Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese 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 Shih Tzu or Pekingese? 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.
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 Shih Tzu vs Pekingese?	Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shih Tzu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pekingese 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 Shih Tzu vs Pekingese 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 Shih Tzu and Pekingese have?	4-8 puppies	2-5 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Dachshund vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese 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 1969 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 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 Tibetan breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Japan Chin and Pekingese 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 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 National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Pekingese Club Of America

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