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Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua Comparison - Dog breed selector: Japanese Spaniel or Chinese Spaniel or Csivava? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua breeds.
Japanese Spaniel
Chin
Chinese Spaniel
Lion Dog
Peke
Peking Palasthund
Pelchie Dog
Peking Lion Dog
Csivava
Chihuahueño
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua? Compare adult weight ranges.
4-15 pounds (2-7 kg) 8-10 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg) 2-6 pounds (1-3 kg)
Average 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)
Average 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 Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Find price differences between these breeds.
$300-$500 $600-$800 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua?
Frequent: The Japanese Chin is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Pekingese is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get.

Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which breed ranks highest?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low: The Pekingese is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which is easiest to train?
Japanese Chin dogs are quite easy to train.
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Pekingese dogs are easy to train.
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Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which breed is most alert?
Japanese Chin dogs are average watchdogs.
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Pekingese dogs are average watchdogs.
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Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which breed is most protective?
Japanese Chin dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Pekingese dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Stubborn
Intelligent
Affectionate
Aggressive
Good-natured
Opinionated
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Quick
Devoted
Lively
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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Pekingese dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Chihuahua dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua?
High: Japanese Chin dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Pekingese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua social needs comparison:
Japanese Chin dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Pekingese dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Japanese Chin dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Pekingese dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
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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Pekingese dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Chihuahua dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The Japanese Chin barks none to minimal.
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Average to High: The Pekingese is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Japanese Chins, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Pekingeses don't really like playing.
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Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Chin breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Pekingese breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed.

Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which breed is most flexible?
Japanese Chin dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Pekingese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Chihuahua dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua?
Japanese Chin 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.
Chihuahua dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which has lowest bite risk?

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.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which uses mouth most during play?
Japanese Chin dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Pekingese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Chihuahua dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Japanese Chin bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Pekingese bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Chihuahua bite force: Weak.

Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Japanese Chin: 11 years
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Pekingese: 14 years
14-18 years
The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which handles climate changes best?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Pekingese can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which has fewer health issues?
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.
Vet Care Frequency
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).
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
Heart Murmurs
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Entropion
Heart Disease
Cataracts
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Entropion
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Distichiasis
Mitral Valve Disease
Cryptorchidism
Ectopic Cilia
Cleft Palate
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Hydrocephalus
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Collapsed Trachea
Heart Murmurs
Open Fontanel
Patellar Luxation
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hydrocephalus
Hypoglycemia
Shivering

Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which breed is most active?
Japanese Chin dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Pekingese dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Chihuahua dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
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 Chin dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Pekingese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua?
Japanese Chin dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Pekingese dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Chihuahua dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Japanese Chin has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Pekingese has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which needs most food?
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.

Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. What colors are available?
Black
White
Sable
Lemon
Black
Gray
Red
Cream
White
Fawn
Black
Tan
Red
Cream
Fawn
Chocolate
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which requires most maintenance?
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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Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which drools least?
The Japanese Chin is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Pekingese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which has least natural smell?

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.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered Dense Fine
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua? Japanese Chin or Pekingese or {name3 shedding:
Japanese Chin dogs shed moderately.
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Pekingese dogs shed moderately.
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Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal.
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Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which is best with kids?
Japanese Chin dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Pekingese dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Chihuahua dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Japanese Chin dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Pekingese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Chihuahua dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua? Which dog is more friendly?
Japanese Chin dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Pekingese dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua?
Japanese Chin dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Pekingese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Chihuahua dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Japanese Chin or Pekingese or Chihuahua?
Japanese Chin dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Pekingese dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Chihuahua dogs 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 Chin dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Pekingese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Chihuahua dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
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.
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.

Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

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

Chihuahua breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which has most military use?

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 Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which has most puppies?
1-3 puppies 2-4 puppies 2-4 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. What's recommended?

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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Japanese Chin vs Pekingese vs Chihuahua Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. How are they classified?
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 Classification
Compare FCI groups for Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. How are they classified internationally?
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.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and Chihuahua. Which has most recognition?
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

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