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Name	Japanese Chin	Bedlington Terrier	Australian Shepherd
Origins	Japan	United Kingdom	United States
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Japanese Spaniel Chin	Rodbery Terrier Rothbury Terrier	Little Blue Dog Aussie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Japanese Chin or Bedlington Terrier or Australian Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Japanese Chin or Bedlington Terrier or Australian Shepherd?	Small	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Japanese Chin or Bedlington Terrier or Bedlington Terrier? Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd weight comparison:	4-15 pounds (2-7 kg)	Male: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg), Female: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 20.5 pounds (9 kg), Female: 20.5 pounds (9 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Japanese Chin or Bedlington Terrier or Australian Shepherd? Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd height comparison:	7-11 inches (18-28 cm)	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	9 inches (23 cm)	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)

Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Japanese Chin or Bedlington Terrier or Australian Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$1800-$2000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Japanese Chin or Bedlington Terrier or Australian Shepherd?	Frequent: The Japanese Chin is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Bedlington Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd intelligence:	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.	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd trainability comparison.	Japanese Chin dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Japanese Chin or Bedlington Terrier or Australian Shepherd?	Japanese Chin dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Japanese Chin or Bedlington Terrier or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Japanese Chin dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Japanese Chin or Bedlington Terrier or Australian Shepherd? Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Loyal	Playful Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Reliable Loyal Devoted	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Japanese Chin dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Bedlington Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd?	High: Japanese Chin dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bedlington Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:	Japanese Chin dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Japanese Chin dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Bedlington Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	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. See more.	Bedlington Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd playfulness comparison:	Average: Japanese Chins, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Bedlington Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd?	Low: The Japanese Chin barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Bedlington Terrier rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Japanese Chin or Bedlington Terrier or Australian Shepherd?	Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Chin breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Bedlington Terrier breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Australian Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Japanese Chin or Bedlington Terrier or Australian Shepherd?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Japanese Chin bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bedlington Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Japanese Chin has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bedlington Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd mouthiness comparison:	Japanese Chin dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bedlington Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd?	The Japanese Chin is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Bedlington Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Eye Problems Epilepsy Entropion Heart Disease	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Japanese Chin should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Bedlington Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Japanese Chin, Bedlington Terrier and Australian Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Japanese Chin: 11 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Bedlington Terrier: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd?	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 Bedlington Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Japanese Chin or Bedlington Terrier or Australian Shepherd? Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd energy level comparison:	Japanese Chin dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Bedlington Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Japanese Chin or Bedlington Terrier or Australian Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Japanese Chin dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Bedlington Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Japanese Chin or Bedlington Terrier or Australian Shepherd?	Japanese Chin dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Japanese Chin or Bedlington Terrier or Australian Shepherd?	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Japanese Chin has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Bedlington Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd coat comparison:	Feathered	Curly	Feathered
Colors What are the original Japanese Chin, Bedlington Terrier and Australian Shepherd color?	Black White Sable Lemon	Tan Blue Liver Sandy	Black Red Blue Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Japanese Chin or Bedlington Terrier or Australian Shepherd? Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd grooming comparison:	Average: The Japanese Chin requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Japanese Chin or Bedlington Terrier or Australian Shepherd? Japanese Chin or Bedlington Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Japanese Chin dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bedlington Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Australian Shepherd 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: Japanese Chin or Bedlington Terrier or Australian Shepherd?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd 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, Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd?	Medium ⏺ The Japanese Chin has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bedlington Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Japanese Chin is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bedlington Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Japanese Chin dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Japanese Chin or Bedlington Terrier or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Japanese Chin dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Japanese Chin or Bedlington Terrier or Australian Shepherd?	Japanese Chin dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Japanese Chin or Bedlington Terrier or Australian Shepherd?	Japanese Chin dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Japanese Chin or Bedlington Terrier or Australian Shepherd?	Japanese Chin dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd?	Yes Japanese Chin dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bedlington Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Japanese Chin is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bedlington Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Japanese Chins are not the best breed for elderly people.	Bedlington Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd 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: Japanese Chin or Bedlington Terrier or Australian Shepherd? Which is better for autism?	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.	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: Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd?	Not really Japanese Chin breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bedlington Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Shepherd 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.

Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd 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 Japanese Chin and Bedlington Terrier and Australian Shepherd have?	1-3 puppies	3-6 puppies	6-9 puppies, average 7
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Japanese Chin vs Bedlington Terrier vs Australian Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Japan Chin and Pekingese section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd Club Of America

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