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Name	Japanese Chin	Chow Chow	Boxer
Origins	Japan	China	Germany
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Japanese Spaniel Chin	Chowdren Chow	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Japanese Chin or Chow Chow or Boxer? Which is the smallest dog, Japanese Chin or Chow Chow or Boxer?	Small	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Japanese Chin or Chow Chow or Chow Chow? Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer weight comparison:	4-15 pounds (2-7 kg)	45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Japanese Chin or Chow Chow or Boxer? Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer height comparison:	7-11 inches (18-28 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	9 inches (23 cm)	20 inches (51 cm)	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Japanese Chin or Chow Chow or Boxer? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$600-$800	$600-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Japanese Chin or Chow Chow or Boxer?	Frequent: The Japanese Chin is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Chow Chow is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.

Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low: The Chow Chow is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. 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 Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer trainability comparison.	Japanese Chin dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Boxer dogs are quite 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 Chow Chow or Boxer?	Japanese Chin dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Japanese Chin or Chow Chow or Boxer? 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.	Chow Chow dogs are average defenders. See more.	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Japanese Chin or Chow Chow or Boxer? Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Loyal	Aloof Independent Protective Intelligent Loyal Quiet Detached	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright
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.	Chow Chow dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer?	High: Japanese Chin dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Chow Chow dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer social needs comparison:	Japanese Chin dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Japanese Chin dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Chow Chow dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Chow Chow dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Boxer 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer playfulness comparison:	Average: Japanese Chins, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Chow Chows are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer?	Low: The Japanese Chin barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Chow Chow barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Boxer 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 Chow Chow or Boxer?	Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Chin 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 Chow Chow indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer 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.	Chow Chow dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Japanese Chin or Chow Chow or Boxer?	Japanese Chin dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Chow Chow dogs handle alone time quite well.	Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer?	The Japanese Chin is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Chow Chow is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Boxer 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 Chow Chow vs Boxer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer health problems comparison:	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Eye Problems Epilepsy Entropion Heart Disease	Hip Dysplasia Ectropion	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy
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 Chow Chow should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer lifespan comparison. How long do Japanese Chin, Chow Chow and Boxer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Japanese Chin: 11 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Chow Chow: 14 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer?	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 cold weather The Chow Chow can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Japanese Chin or Chow Chow or Boxer?	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 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 Chow Chow vs Boxer weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Japanese Chin has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chow Chow's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer coat comparison:	Feathered	Rough	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Japanese Chin, Chow Chow and Boxer color?	Black White Sable Lemon	Black Red Blue Cream Cinnamon	White Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Japanese Chin or Chow Chow or Boxer? Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer 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.	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Japanese Chin or Chow Chow or Boxer? Japanese Chin or Chow Chow or {name3 shedding:	Japanese Chin dogs shed moderately. See more.	Chow Chow dogs shed above average. See more.	Boxer 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 Chow Chow or Boxer?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No 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 Chow Chow vs Boxer?	Medium ⏺ The Japanese Chin has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high 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 Chow Chow is an average drooler. See more.	The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer 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.	Chow Chow dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Japanese Chin or Chow Chow or Boxer? Which dog is more friendly?	Japanese Chin dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Japanese Chin or Chow Chow or Boxer?	Japanese Chin dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Japanese Chin or Chow Chow or Boxer?	Japanese Chin dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Boxer 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 Chow Chow or Boxer?	Japanese Chin dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not dog-friendly.	Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer?	Yes Japanese Chin dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Chow Chow dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Boxer 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 Chow Chow is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Boxer 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.	Chow Chows are not the best breed for elderly people.	Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer 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 Chow Chow or Boxer? 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 Chow Chow vs Boxer?	Not really Japanese Chin breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chow Chow breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boxer 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.	Yes 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer 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 Chow Chow and Boxer have?	1-3 puppies	3-6 puppies	2-10 puppies, average 6
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Japanese Chin vs Chow Chow vs Boxer 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 1903 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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 United 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 Canadian Canine Registry

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