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German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua Comparison - Dog breed selector: Glatthaariger Pinscher or Nihon Supittsu or Csivava? Find the right dog for you

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

German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua Size and Weight Comparison

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

German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua Price and Availability Comparison

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

German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua trainability comparison.
German Pinscher dogs are easy to train.
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Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train.
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Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: German Pinscher or Japanese Spitz or Chihuahua?
German Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs.
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Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog German Pinscher or Japanese Spitz or Chihuahua? 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.
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Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory.
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German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Pinscher or Japanese Spitz or Chihuahua? German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua behavior/temperament comparison:
Loving
Courageous
Lively
Outright
Tempered
Spirited
Familiar
Playful
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Proud
Companionable
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Japanese Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Chihuahua dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua?
Average to High: German Pinscher dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua social needs comparison:
German Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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.
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Japanese Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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.
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Japanese Spitz dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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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.
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German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua playfulness comparison:
The German Pinscher is a playful breed.
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The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua?
Average: The German Pinscher barks occasionally.
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A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly German Pinscher or Japanese Spitz or Chihuahua?
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 Japanese Spitz breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed.

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

German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: German Pinscher or Japanese Spitz or Chihuahua?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Japanese Spitz bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Chihuahua bite force: Weak.
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 Japanese Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Chihuahua has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua mouthiness comparison:
German Pinscher dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Japanese Spitz dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Chihuahua dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua Health and Lifespan Comparison

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

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

German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua coat comparison:
Dense
Shiny
Smooth
Thick Fine
Colors
What are the original German Pinscher, Japanese Spitz and Chihuahua color?
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
White Black
Tan
Red
Cream
Fawn
Chocolate
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, German Pinscher or Japanese Spitz or Chihuahua? German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua grooming comparison:
Effortless: The German Pinscher requires minimal grooming.
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Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more German Pinscher or Japanese Spitz or Chihuahua? German Pinscher or Japanese Spitz or {name3 shedding:
German Pinscher dogs shed none to minimal.
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Japanese Spitz dogs shed moderately.
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Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: German Pinscher or Japanese Spitz or Chihuahua?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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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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Hypoallergenic
German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua 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, German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua?

Low 🔽

The German Pinscher has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Chihuahua has a high 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.
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The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua Good With Comparison

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

German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua 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: German Pinscher or Japanese Spitz or Chihuahua? Which is better for autism?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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: German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua?

Not really

German Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Chihuahua 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.

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

German Pinscher vs Japanese Spitz vs Chihuahua Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy breed.
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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno 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
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
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

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