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Name	Lowchen	Bearded Collie	Chihuahua
Origins	Spain Germany France Netherlands	Scotland	Mexico
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Group	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	169	125	32
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Little Lion Little Lion Dog Petit Chien Lion Lowchen	Argle Bargle Beardie Mountain Collie Highland Collie	Csivava Chihuahueño
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Lowchen or Bearded Collie or Chihuahua? Which is the smallest dog, Lowchen or Bearded Collie or Chihuahua?	Small	Large Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Lowchen or Bearded Collie or Bearded Collie? Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua weight comparison:	Male: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 11-15 pounds (5-7 kg)	40-60 pounds (18-27 kg)	2-6 pounds (1-3 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 15.5 pounds (7 kg), Female: 13 pounds (6 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	4 pounds (2 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lowchen or Bearded Collie or Chihuahua? Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua height comparison:	Male: 13–15 inches (32–39 cm), Female: 12–15 inches (30–37 cm)	20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	6-9 inches (15-23 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)	21 inches (53.5 cm)	7.5 inches (19 cm)

Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Lowchen or Bearded Collie or Chihuahua? Which is more expensive?	$5000-$8000	$1200-$1400	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Lowchen or Bearded Collie or Chihuahua?	Frequent: The Lowchen is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Bearded Collie is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get.

Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Bearded Collie dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua trainability comparison.	Lowchen dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Chihuahua 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: Lowchen or Bearded Collie or Chihuahua?	Lowchen dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Lowchen or Bearded Collie or Chihuahua? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Lowchen dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lowchen or Bearded Collie or Chihuahua? Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Happy Friendly Familiar	Active Alert Intelligent Confident Lively Assertive	Alert Courageous Intelligent Quick Devoted Lively
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Lowchen dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Chihuahua dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua?	High: Lowchen dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bearded Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua social needs comparison:	Lowchen dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are a social breed. See more.	Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Lowchen dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Bearded Collie 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.	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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua playfulness comparison:	Average: Lowchens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Bearded Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua?	A lot: Lowchen is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Bearded Collie is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Lowchen or Bearded Collie or Chihuahua?	Very house-friendly dog the Lowchen breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Bearded Collie breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Lowchen dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bearded Collie 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Lowchen or Bearded Collie or Chihuahua?	Lowchen dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Bearded Collie dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Chihuahua dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Lowchen or Bearded Collie or Chihuahua?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lowchen bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bearded Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Chihuahua bite force: Weak.
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 Lowchen has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bearded Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Chihuahua has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua mouthiness comparison:	Lowchen dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Chihuahua dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua?	Lowchens tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Bearded Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua health problems comparison:	Cataracts Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Arthritis Addison's Disease Eye Diseases	Collapsed Trachea Heart Murmurs Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Pulmonic Stenosis Hydrocephalus Hypoglycemia Shivering
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Lowchen should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Bearded Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua lifespan comparison. How long do Lowchen, Bearded Collie and Chihuahua breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Lowchen: 14 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Bearded Collie: 13 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bearded Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Lowchen or Bearded Collie or Chihuahua? Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua energy level comparison:	Lowchen dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Bearded Collie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Chihuahua dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Lowchen or Bearded Collie or Chihuahua? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Lowchen dogs have an average exercise need.	Bearded Collie dogs have an average exercise need.	Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Lowchen or Bearded Collie or Chihuahua?	Lowchen dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Bearded Collie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Chihuahua dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua coat comparison:	Dense Silky Wavy Harsh	Feathered	Fine
Colors What are the original Lowchen, Bearded Collie and Chihuahua color?	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown Grey	Black Blue Brown Fawn	Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Lowchen or Bearded Collie or Chihuahua? Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Lowchen or Bearded Collie or Chihuahua? Lowchen or Bearded Collie or {name3 shedding:	Lowchen dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs shed above average. See more.	Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Lowchen or Bearded Collie or Chihuahua?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes 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, Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua?	Low 🔽 The Lowchen has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Bearded Collie has a low 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 Lowchen is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bearded Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Lowchen dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Bearded Collie dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Chihuahua dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Lowchen or Bearded Collie or Chihuahua? Which dog is more friendly?	Lowchen dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua 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 Lowchen or Bearded Collie or Chihuahua?	Lowchen dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Lowchen or Bearded Collie or Chihuahua?	Lowchen dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Lowchen or Bearded Collie or Chihuahua?	Lowchen dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua?	Yes Lowchen dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bearded Collie 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 Lowchen is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bearded Collie 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?	Lowchens are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bearded Collies are usually recommended for elderly people.	Chihuahuas are not recommended for elderly people.

Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua 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: Lowchen or Bearded Collie or Chihuahua? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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: Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua?	Not really Lowchen breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bearded Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chihuahua breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua 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 Lowchen and Bearded Collie and Chihuahua have?	3-6 puppies	4-12 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Lowchen vs Bearded Collie vs Chihuahua Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1976 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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 Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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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