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French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bouledogue Français or Clydesdale Terrier or Japanese Spaniel? Find the right dog for you

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Name French Bulldog Skye Terrier Japanese Chin
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bouledogue Français
Frenchie
Clydesdale Terrier
Glasgow Terrier
Paisley Terrier
Silky Skye Terrier
Fancy Skye Terrier
Isle of Skye Terrier
Japanese Spaniel
Chin
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or Japanese Chin? Which is the smallest dog, French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or Japanese Chin?
Small Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or Skye Terrier? French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin weight comparison:
18-30 pounds (8-14 kg) Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Female: 25-30 pounds (11.5-14 kg) 4-15 pounds (2-7 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
There are two weight classes of French Bulldog: 19 - 22 pounds (9 - 10 kg) and 22 - 28 pounds (10 - 13 kg). Over 28 pounds is a disqualification. Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (11.9.5 kg) 9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or Japanese Chin? French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin height comparison:
13–16 inches (33–40 cm) 9.75-10.25 inches (25-26 cm) 7-11 inches (18-28 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
14.5 inches (36.5 cm) 9.75-10.25 inches (25.5 cm) 9 inches (23 cm)

French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or Japanese Chin? Which is more expensive?
$2000-$4000 $500-$600 $300-$500
Availability
Which is easier to get, French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or Japanese Chin?
Very frequent: The French Bulldog is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Skye Terrier is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Japanese Chin is easier than average to get.

French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin trainability comparison.
French Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Skye Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Japanese Chin dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or Japanese Chin?
French Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Skye Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Japanese Chin dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or Japanese Chin? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
French Bulldog dogs are average defenders.
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Skye Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Japanese Chin dogs strongly protect their territory.
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French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or Japanese Chin? French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Alert
Affectionate
Patient
Lively
Keen
Easygoing
Athletic
Bright
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Tempered
Fearless
Good-natured
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
French Bulldog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Skye Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Japanese Chin dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin?
High: French Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Skye Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Japanese Chin dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin social needs comparison:
French Bulldog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Skye Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Japanese Chin dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
French Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the Skye Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Japanese Chin dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
French Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Skye Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Japanese Chin 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.
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French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin playfulness comparison:
French Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Average: Skye Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Japanese Chins, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin?
Low: The French Bulldog barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Skye Terrier rarely barks.
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Low: The Japanese Chin barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or Japanese Chin?
Very house-friendly dog the French Bulldog breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Skye Terrier breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Chin breed.

French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
French Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Skye Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Japanese Chin dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or Japanese Chin?
French Bulldog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Skye 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.
Japanese Chin dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or Japanese Chin?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

French Bulldog bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Skye Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Japanese Chin bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The French Bulldog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Skye Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Japanese Chin has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin mouthiness comparison:
French Bulldog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Skye Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Japanese Chin dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin health comparison. Which is the healthier: French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin?
The French Bulldog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Skye Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Japanese Chin is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Von Willebrand's Disease
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cleft Palate
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Elongated Soft Palate
Hemi-vertebrae
Achondroplasia Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Entropion
Heart Disease
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The French Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Skye Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Japanese Chin should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin lifespan comparison. How long do French Bulldog, Skye Terrier and Japanese Chin breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of French Bulldog: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Skye Terrier: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Japanese Chin: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Skye Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or Japanese Chin? French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin energy level comparison:
French Bulldog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Skye Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Japanese Chin dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or Japanese Chin? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
French Bulldog dogs exercise need is minimal.
Skye Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Japanese Chin dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or Japanese Chin?
French Bulldog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Skye Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Japanese Chin dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or Japanese Chin?
Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the French Bulldog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Skye Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Japanese Chin has an average risk for obesity.
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French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin coat comparison:
Fine
Smooth
Short
Close in texture
Soft
Straight
Feathered
Colors
What are the original French Bulldog, Skye Terrier and Japanese Chin color?
Cream
White
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Gray
Blue
Cream
Silver
Fawn
Platinum
Black
White
Sable
Lemon
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or Japanese Chin? French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The French Bulldog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Skye Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Japanese Chin requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or Japanese Chin? French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or {name3 shedding:
French Bulldog dogs are low shedders.
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Skye Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Japanese Chin dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or Japanese Chin?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin?

Medium

The French Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Skye Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Japanese Chin has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The French Bulldog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Skye Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Japanese Chin is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
French Bulldog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Skye Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Japanese Chin dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or Japanese Chin? Which dog is more friendly?
French Bulldog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Skye Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Japanese Chin dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or Japanese Chin?
French Bulldog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Skye Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Japanese Chin dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or Japanese Chin?
French Bulldog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Skye Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Japanese Chin dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or Japanese Chin?
French Bulldog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Skye Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Japanese Chin dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin?
Yes
French Bulldog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Skye Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Japanese Chin dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
Yes
French Bulldog is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Skye Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Japanese Chin is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
French Bulldogs are not the best breed for elderly people.
Skye Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.
Japanese Chins are not the best breed for elderly people.

French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: French Bulldog or Skye Terrier or Japanese Chin? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

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.

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: French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin?

Not really

French Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Skye Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Japanese Chin breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can French Bulldog and Skye Terrier and Japanese Chin have?
3-5 puppies 4-6 puppies 1-3 puppies

French Bulldog vs Skye Terrier vs Japanese Chin Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1898 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers 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
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
Club Espanol De Terriers
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

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