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Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Comparison - Dog breed selector: Japanese Spaniel or Little Lion or Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen? Find the right dog for you

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Name Japanese Chin Lowchen Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Japanese Spaniel
Chin
Little Lion
Little Lion Dog
Petit Chien Lion
Lowchen
Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen
Small Vendeen Basset
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Japanese Chin or Lowchen or Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen? Which is the smallest dog, Japanese Chin or Lowchen or Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
Small Small Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Japanese Chin or Lowchen or Lowchen? Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen weight comparison:
4-15 pounds (2-7 kg) Male: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 11-15 pounds (5-7 kg) 31-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
9.5 pounds (4.5 kg) Male: 15.5 pounds (7 kg), Female: 13 pounds (6 kg) 35.5 pounds (16 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Japanese Chin or Lowchen or Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen? Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen height comparison:
7-11 inches (18-28 cm) Male: 13–15 inches (32–39 cm), Female: 12–15 inches (30–37 cm) 13-15 inches (34-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
9 inches (23 cm) Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) 14 inches (36 cm)

Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Japanese Chin or Lowchen or Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen? Which is more expensive?
$300-$500 $5000-$8000 $1200-$1600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Japanese Chin or Lowchen or Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
Frequent: The Japanese Chin is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Lowchen is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is easier than average to get.

Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen trainability comparison.
Japanese Chin dogs are quite easy to train.
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Lowchen dogs are easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Japanese Chin or Lowchen or Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
Japanese Chin dogs are average watchdogs.
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Lowchen dogs are average watchdogs.
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Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Japanese Chin or Lowchen or Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen? 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.
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Lowchen dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Japanese Chin or Lowchen or Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen? Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Active
Playful
Happy
Friendly
Familiar
Active
Independent
Happy
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Extroverted
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.
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Lowchen dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
High: Japanese Chin dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Lowchen dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen social needs comparison:
Japanese Chin dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Lowchen dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Japanese Chin dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Lowchen dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is strong enough to escape from home.
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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.
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Their prey drive is low.
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Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen 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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Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen playfulness comparison:
Average: Japanese Chins, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Lowchens, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
Low: The Japanese Chin barks none to minimal.
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A lot: Lowchen is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Japanese Chin or Lowchen or Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Chin breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Lowchen breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen breed.

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

Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Japanese Chin or Lowchen or Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Japanese Chin bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Lowchen bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen bite force: Ordinary.
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 Lowchen has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen mouthiness comparison:
Japanese Chin dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Lowchen dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen health comparison. Which is the healthier: Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
The Japanese Chin is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Lowchens tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Entropion
Heart Disease
Cataracts
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
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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.
Frequent
The Lowchen should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen lifespan comparison. How long do Japanese Chin, Lowchen and Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen 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 Lowchen: 14 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: 15 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
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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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 warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen coat comparison:
Feathered Dense
Silky
Wavy
Harsh
Wiry
Shaggy
Colors
What are the original Japanese Chin, Lowchen and Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen color?
Black
White
Sable
Lemon
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Silver
Brown
Grey
Black & Tan
White & Gray
White & Orange
White & Black
White Black & Tan
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Japanese Chin or Lowchen or Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen? Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen grooming comparison:
Average: The Japanese Chin requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Japanese Chin or Lowchen or Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen? Japanese Chin or Lowchen or {name3 shedding:
Japanese Chin dogs shed moderately.
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Lowchen dogs shed none to minimal.
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Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Japanese Chin or Lowchen or Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen 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, Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

Medium

The Japanese Chin has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Lowchen has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen 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.
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The Lowchen is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen 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.
Lowchen dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Japanese Chin or Lowchen or Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen? Which dog is more friendly?
Japanese Chin dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Lowchen dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Japanese Chin or Lowchen or Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
Japanese Chin dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Lowchen dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Japanese Chin or Lowchen or Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
Japanese Chin dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Lowchen dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Japanese Chin or Lowchen or Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
Japanese Chin dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Lowchen dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
Yes
Japanese Chin dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Lowchen dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Japanese Chin is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Lowchen is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen 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.
Lowchens are usually recommended for elderly people.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are usually recommended for elderly people.

Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen 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: Japanese Chin or Lowchen or Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen? 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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Not really

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

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

Not really

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

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

Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen 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.

Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen 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 Japanese Chin and Lowchen and Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen have?
1-3 puppies 3-6 puppies 4-5 puppies

Japanese Chin vs Lowchen vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen 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 1996 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1990 as a Hound 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. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
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
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
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

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