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Name	Miniature American Shepherd	Miniature Poodle	Shih-Poo
Origins	United States	Germany France	China Tibet
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Ameri Mini American North American Shepherd	Barboncino Miniatura Barbone Carniche Moyen Pudle Zwergpudel	Pooshi Shoodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? Which is the smallest dog, Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo?	Small Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Miniature Poodle? Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo weight comparison:	15-35 pounds (6-16 kg)	15-17 pounds (7-8 kg)	8-15 pounds (4-7 kg) 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	25 pounds (11 kg)	16 pounds (7.5 kg)	11.5 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo height comparison:	Male: 14–18 inches (36–46 cm), Female: 13–17 inches (33–43 cm)	11-15 inches (28-38 cm)	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 14–18 inches (36–46 cm), Female: 13–17 inches (33–43 cm)	13 inches (33 cm)	11.5 inches (29 cm)

Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? Which is more expensive?	$900-$1000	$1000-$1500	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo?	Very frequent: The Miniature American Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Shih-Poo is easier than average to get.

Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Shih-Poo dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo trainability comparison.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Shih-Poo 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: Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo?	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average defenders. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Intelligent Loyal Devoted	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Intelligent Loyal Sweet Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo?	Average to High: Miniature American Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Miniature Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Shih-Poo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo social needs comparison:	Miniature American Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Miniature American Shepherd dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Shih-Poo 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?	Miniature American Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo playfulness comparison:	The Miniature American Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Miniature Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Shih-Poo is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo?	Low to Average: The Miniature American Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Miniature Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Shih-Poo rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Miniature American Shepherd indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Miniature Poodle breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Shih-Poo breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Miniature American Shepherd dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Miniature Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Shih-Poo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Miniature Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Shih-Poo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature American Shepherd bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Poodle bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Shih-Poo 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 Miniature American Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shih-Poo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo mouthiness comparison:	Miniature American Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo?	Miniature American Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Miniature Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shih-Poo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Addison's Disease	Dental Problems Heatstroke
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Miniature American Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Miniature Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Shih-Poo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo lifespan comparison. How long do Miniature American Shepherd, Miniature Poodle and Shih-Poo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Miniature American Shepherd: 14 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Shih-Poo: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo?	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 warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shih-Poo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo energy level comparison:	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Shih-Poo 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 Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Miniature American Shepherd dogs have an average exercise need.	Miniature Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Shih-Poo dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo?	Miniature American Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Miniature Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Shih-Poo 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

Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Miniature American Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shih-Poo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo coat comparison:	Smooth	Dense Curly Thick	Curly Straight Curly & Straight
Colors What are the original Miniature American Shepherd, Miniature Poodle and Shih-Poo color?	Black Blue White Merle	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black White Brown Brindle Various combinations
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Miniature American Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shih-Poo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or {name3 shedding:	Miniature American Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Shih-Poo 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: Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo?	Medium ⏺ The Miniature American Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Shih-Poo has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Miniature American Shepherd is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shih-Poo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Miniature Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Shih-Poo dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? Which dog is more friendly?	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Shih-Poo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo?	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Shih-Poo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo?	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Miniature Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Shih-Poo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo?	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Shih-Poo dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo?	No Miniature American Shepherd dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Miniature Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shih-Poo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Miniature American Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shih-Poo is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Miniature American Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Miniature Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Shih-Poos are commonly okay with elderly people.

Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo 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: Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo?	Not really Miniature American Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shih-Poo 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.

Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo 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 Miniature American Shepherd and Miniature Poodle and Shih-Poo have?	2-6 puppies	2-8 puppies, average 5	3-4 puppies
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Miniature American Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 Canadian Canine Registry	Not recognized by any clubs.

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