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Name	Japanese Chin	Pekingese	Chihuahua
Origins	Japan	China	Mexico
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chin, Japanese Spaniel	Peking Lion Dog, Lion Dog, Chinese Spaniel, Pelchie Dog, Peking Palasthund, Peke	Chihuahueño, Csivava
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred
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 1906 as a Toy breed.	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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Japan Chin and Pekingese section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Japan Chin and Pekingese 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 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 National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Pekingese Club Of America	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
Price Which is cheaper, Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua? Which is more expensive?	No data available	No data available	$600-$800
Availability	Frequent	Very frequent	Very frequent

Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua? Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua size comparison:	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Pekingese? Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua weight comparison:	4-15 pounds (2-7 kg)	8-10 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg)	2-6 pounds (1-3 kg)
Avg. Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)	9 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg)	4 pounds (2 kg)
Height Which is taller, Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua? Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua height comparison:	7-11 inches (18-28 cm)	6-9 inches (30.4-45 cm)	6-9 inches (15-23 cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	9 inches (23 cm)	7.5 inches (30.24.5 cm)	7.5 inches (19 cm)

Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua coat comparison:	Feathered	Dense	Fine
Colors What are the original Japanese Chin, Pekingese and Chihuahua color?	White Sable Lemon Black	Fawn Red Cream Gray White Black	Chocolate Fawn Tan Cream Red Black
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua? Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua grooming comparison:	Average: The Japanese Chin requires average grooming effort.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.	Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua? Japanese Chin or Pekingese or {name3 shedding:	Japanese Chins shed moderately.	Pekingeses shed moderately.	Chihuahuas shed none to minimal.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua?	6-8 weeks Rarely.	4-6 weeks Average.	3-4 weeks More often than average.

Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua? Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Independent Loving Playful Intelligent Loyal	Affectionate Good-natured Opinionated Aggressive Intelligent Stubborn	Alert Devoted Intelligent Courageous Lively Quick
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.	Low: The Pekingese if one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
Trainability Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua trainability comparison.	Japanese Chins are quite easy to train.	Pekingeses are easy to train.	Chihuahuas are quite easy to train.
Playfulness Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua playfulness comparison:	Japanese Chins, like any other dog breed, like playing.	Pekingeses don't really like playing.	Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Japanese Chins have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.	Pekingeses are less sensitive than other dog breeds.	Chihuahuas don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua?	Japanese Chins are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.	Pekingeses are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.	Chihuahuas are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
Social Needs Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua social needs comparison:	Japanese Chins need a lot of social interaction.	Pekingeses need for social interaction is average.	Chihuahuas need a lot of social interaction.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua?	Low: The Japanese Chin barks none to minimal.	Average to high: The Pekingese is a vocal breed.	Nagyon sokat: Chihuahua kimondottan hangos fajta.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua?	Japanese Chins are average watchdogs.	Pekingeses are average watchdogs.	Chihuahuas are average watchdogs.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Japanese Chins strongly protect their territory.	Pekingeses strongly protect their territory.	Chihuahuas strongly protect their territory.
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 Pekingese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low The Chihuahua has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua?	Between 100 and 200 PSI The weakest: Dogs that have the weakest bite force below 200 PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI The weakest: Dogs that have the weakest bite force below 200 PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI The weakest: Dogs that have the weakest bite force below 200 PSI.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua mouthiness comparison:	Japanese Chins have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Pekingeses have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Chihuahuas have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Japanese Chins are not the biggest explorers.	Pekingeses have average wanderlust potential.	Chihuahuas tend to escape less than other breeds.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Japanese Chins 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.	Pekingeses have a high impulse to chase and catch something.	Chihuahuas 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.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua?	Kimondottan lakásbarát kutya Japanese Chin fajta.	Kimondottan lakásbarát kutya Pekingese fajta.	Kimondottan lakásbarát kutya Chihuahua fajta.
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Japanese Chins adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Pekingeses adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Chihuahuas adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua?	Japanese Chins 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.	Chihuahuas tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Fighting 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 Pekingese vs Chihuahua Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua? Which dog is more friendly?	Japanese Chins are very stranger friendly dogs.	Pekingeses are average friendly towards strangers.	Chihuahuas are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua?	Japanese Chins are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Pekingeses are not kid-friendly dogs.	Chihuahuas are not kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua?	Japanese Chins are very cat-friendly dogs.	Pekingeses are very cat-friendly dogs.	Chihuahuas are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua?	Japanese Chins are average friendly towards other dogs.	Pekingeses are average friendly towards other dogs.	Chihuahuas are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua?	Yes Japanese Chins are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Pekingeses are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Chihuahuas are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Japanese Chin is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pekingese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Chihuahua is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Japanese Chins are not the best breed for elderly people.	Pekingeses are not recommended for elderly people.	Chihuahuas are not recommended for elderly people.
Boat Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua?	Not really Japanese Chin breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Pekingese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Chihuahua breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Japanese Chins are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Pekingeses are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Chihuahuas are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua health comparison. Which is the healthier: Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua?	The Japanese Chin is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Pekingeses are commonly healthy dogs.	Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua health problems comparison:	Cataracts Entropion Epilepsy Eye Problems Heart Disease Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Patellar Luxation	Brachycephalic Syndrome Cataracts Cleft Palate Cryptorchidism Distichiasis Ectopic Cilia Entropion Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome Hydrocephalus Intervertebral Disk Disease Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca Mitral Valve Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	Collapsed Trachea Heart Murmurs Hydrocephalus Hypoglycemia Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Pulmonic Stenosis Shivering
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.	Rare The Pekingese should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua lifespan comparison. How long do Japanese Chin, Pekingese and Chihuahua breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years	13-15 years	14-18 years
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Hypoallergenic Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No	No	No
Energy Level Who has more energy a Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua? Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua energy level comparison:	Japanese Chins have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Pekingeses have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Chihuahuas 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 Pekingese vs Chihuahua exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Japanese Chins exercise need is very minimal.	Pekingeses exercise need is very minimal.	Chihuahuas exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua?	Japanese Chins like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Pekingeses like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Chihuahuas sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua?	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua weight gain potential comparison:	Average.	Average.	Average.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua?	Tolerates warm and cold weather.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pekingese can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.	Prefers warm weather
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua?	Medium The Japanese Chin has an average chance of bad smell.	High The Pekingese has a high 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 Japanese Chin is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.	The Pekingese is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.	The Chihuahua is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.

Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days	60-64 days
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size How many puppies can Japanese Chin and Pekingese and Chihuahua have?	1-3 puppies	2-4 puppies	2-4 puppies
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