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Name	Miniature Pinscher	Shichon	Shih-Poo
Origins	Germany	United States	China Tibet
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Other Names What other names do they have?	King Of The Toys Reh Pinscher Zwergpinsc Min Pin	Teddy Bear Zuchon	Pooshi Shoodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Miniature Pinscher or Shichon or Shih-Poo? Which is the smallest dog, Miniature Pinscher or Shichon or Shih-Poo?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Miniature Pinscher or Shichon or Shichon? Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo weight comparison:	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 8-9 pounds (about 4 kg)	10-15 pounds (5-7 kg)	8-15 pounds (4-7 kg) 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8.5 pounds (about 4 kg)	12.5 pounds (6 kg)	11.5 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Miniature Pinscher or Shichon or Shih-Poo? Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo height comparison:	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)	19-21 inches (49-53 cm)	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	20 inches (51 cm)	11.5 inches (29 cm)

Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Miniature Pinscher or Shichon or Shih-Poo? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$800-$1200	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Miniature Pinscher or Shichon or Shih-Poo?	Very frequent: The Miniature Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Average: The Shichon is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Shih-Poo is easier than average to get.

Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo intelligence:	Smart: The Miniature Pinscher dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Shih-Poo dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo trainability comparison.	Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Shichon dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Miniature Pinscher or Shichon or Shih-Poo?	Miniature Pinscher dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shichon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Miniature Pinscher or Shichon or Shih-Poo? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Miniature Pinscher dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Shichon dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Miniature Pinscher or Shichon or Shih-Poo? Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Responsive Clever	Playful Loving Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Social	Intelligent Loyal Sweet Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Miniature Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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 Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo?	High: Miniature Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Shichon 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.
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Social Needs Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo social needs comparison:	Miniature Pinscher dogs are a social breed. See more.	Shichon 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 Pinscher dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Shichon dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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 Pinscher 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.	Shichon 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.	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 Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo playfulness comparison:	The Miniature Pinscher is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Shichon 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 Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo?	A lot: Miniature Pinscher is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Shichon barks occasionally. 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 Pinscher or Shichon or Shih-Poo?	Apartment-friendly dog the Miniature Pinscher breed.	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 Shichon indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Shih-Poo breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Miniature Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Shichon dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different 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 Pinscher or Shichon or Shih-Poo?	Miniature Pinscher 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.	Shichon 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 Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Miniature Pinscher or Shichon or Shih-Poo?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Pinscher bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Shichon 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 Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shichon 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 Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo mouthiness comparison:	Miniature Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shichon dogs have an 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 Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo?	Miniature Pinschers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Shichon 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 Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy	Allergies	Heatstroke Dental Problems
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Miniature Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Shichon 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.
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Life Expectancy Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo lifespan comparison. How long do Miniature Pinscher, Shichon and Shih-Poo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Miniature Pinscher: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shichon: 13 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 Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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 Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Miniature Pinscher or Shichon or Shih-Poo? Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo energy level comparison:	Miniature Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Shichon dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	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 Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Miniature Pinscher or Shichon or Shih-Poo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Miniature Pinscher dogs exercise need is minimal.	Shichon dogs have an average exercise need.	Shih-Poo dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature Pinscher or Shichon or Shih-Poo?	Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Shichon dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	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 Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Miniature Pinscher or Shichon or Shih-Poo?	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup 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 Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Miniature Pinscher breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Shichon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shih-Poo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo coat comparison:	Rough	Fluffy Dense Curly Silky	Curly Straight Curly & Straight
Colors What are the original Miniature Pinscher, Shichon and Shih-Poo color?	Black Tan Red Chocolate Rust	Black Gray Red Cream White Silver Apricot	Black White Brown Brindle Various combinations
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Miniature Pinscher or Shichon or Shih-Poo? Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Miniature Pinscher requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Shichon requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shih-Poo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Miniature Pinscher or Shichon or Shih-Poo? Miniature Pinscher or Shichon or {name3 shedding:	Miniature Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shichon 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 Pinscher or Shichon 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 Pinscher vs Shichon 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 Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo?	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Shichon 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 Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shichon is an average drooler. See more.	The Shih-Poo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Miniature Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Shichon dogs are generally with other pets.	Shih-Poo dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Miniature Pinscher or Shichon or Shih-Poo? Which dog is more friendly?	Miniature Pinscher dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Shichon 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 Pinscher or Shichon or Shih-Poo?	Miniature Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Shichon dogs are 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 Pinscher or Shichon or Shih-Poo?	Miniature Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Shichon dogs are average friendly towards cats.	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 Pinscher or Shichon or Shih-Poo?	Miniature Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Shichon dogs are average friendly towards other 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 Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo?	Yes Miniature Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shichon 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 Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shichon 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 Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Shichons are usually recommended for elderly people.	Shih-Poos are commonly okay with elderly people.

Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon 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 Pinscher or Shichon or Shih-Poo? 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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: Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo?	Not really Miniature Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shichon 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 Pinscher vs Shichon 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 Pinscher and Shichon and Shih-Poo have?	2-5 puppies	3-6 puppies	3-4 puppies
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Miniature Pinscher vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type 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 United Kennel Club	American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	Not recognized by any clubs.

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