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Name	German Pinscher	Chihuahua	Japanese Spitz
Origins	Germany	Mexico	Japan
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Group	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Glatthaariger Pinscher Standard Pinscher	Csivava Chihuahueño	Nihon Supittsu
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Pinscher or Chihuahua or Japanese Spitz? Which is the smallest dog, German Pinscher or Chihuahua or Japanese Spitz?	Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, German Pinscher or Chihuahua or Chihuahua? German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz weight comparison:	25-35 pounds (11-16 kg)	2-6 pounds (1-3 kg)	11-20 pounds (5-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	4 pounds (2 kg)	15.5 pounds (7.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Pinscher or Chihuahua or Japanese Spitz? German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz height comparison:	16-19 inches (41-48 cm)	6-9 inches (15-23 cm)	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	17.5 inches (44.5 cm)	7.5 inches (19 cm)	13.5 inches (34 cm)

German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Pinscher or Chihuahua or Japanese Spitz? Which is more expensive?	$1400-$1600	$600-$800	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, German Pinscher or Chihuahua or Japanese Spitz?	Frequent: The German Pinscher is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get.	Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.

German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. 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 German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz trainability comparison.	German Pinscher dogs are easy to train. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Pinscher or Chihuahua or Japanese Spitz?	German Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Pinscher or Chihuahua or Japanese Spitz? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	German Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Pinscher or Chihuahua or Japanese Spitz? German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Courageous Lively Outright Tempered Spirited Familiar	Alert Courageous Intelligent Quick Devoted Lively	Playful Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Proud Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Chihuahua dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Japanese Spitz 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: German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz?	Average to High: German Pinscher dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz social needs comparison:	German Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the German Pinscher is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	German Pinscher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Chihuahua dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz playfulness comparison:	The German Pinscher is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz?	Average: The German Pinscher barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly German Pinscher or Chihuahua or Japanese Spitz?	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 German Pinscher indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Spitz breed.
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German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: German Pinscher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Chihuahua dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Japanese Spitz dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: German Pinscher or Chihuahua or Japanese Spitz?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Chihuahua dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Japanese Spitz dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz?	German Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.	The Japanese Spitz 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: German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz health problems comparison:	No data available	Collapsed Trachea Heart Murmurs Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Pulmonic Stenosis Hydrocephalus Hypoglycemia Shivering	Patellar Luxation Runny Eyes
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The German Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Japanese Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz lifespan comparison. How long do German Pinscher, Chihuahua and Japanese Spitz breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of German Pinscher: 13 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years	10-16 years The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Japanese Spitz can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a German Pinscher or Chihuahua or Japanese Spitz? German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz energy level comparison:	German Pinscher dogs are high-energy dogs.	Chihuahua dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Pinscher or Chihuahua or Japanese Spitz? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Pinscher or Chihuahua or Japanese Spitz?	German Pinscher dogs don't need too much sleep.	Chihuahua dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Japanese Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Pinscher or Chihuahua or Japanese Spitz?	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The German Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Japanese Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz coat comparison:	Dense Shiny Smooth	Fine	Thick
Colors What are the original German Pinscher, Chihuahua and Japanese Spitz color?	Black Tan Red Blue Brown	Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Pinscher or Chihuahua or Japanese Spitz? German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz grooming comparison:	Effortless: The German Pinscher requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more German Pinscher or Chihuahua or Japanese Spitz? German Pinscher or Chihuahua or {name3 shedding:	German Pinscher dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: German Pinscher or Chihuahua or Japanese Spitz?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz?	Low 🔽 The German Pinscher has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The German Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Chihuahua dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Japanese Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Pinscher or Chihuahua or Japanese Spitz? Which dog is more friendly?	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Japanese Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly German Pinscher or Chihuahua or Japanese Spitz?	German Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Japanese Spitz dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Pinscher or Chihuahua or Japanese Spitz?	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Chihuahua dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Japanese Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Pinscher or Chihuahua or Japanese Spitz?	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Japanese Spitz dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz?	Yes German Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Chihuahua dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Japanese Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No German Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Chihuahua is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Japanese Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	German Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Chihuahuas are not recommended for elderly people.	Japanese Spitzs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz 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: German Pinscher or Chihuahua or Japanese Spitz? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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?	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: German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz?	Not really German Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chihuahua breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Japanese Spitz 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.

German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz 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 German Pinscher and Chihuahua and Japanese Spitz have?	6-8 puppies	2-4 puppies	1-6 puppies
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German Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Spitz Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno 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 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 United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club

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