Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua Comparison – Which dog is better American Feist or Csivava?

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Name	Mountain Feist	Chihuahua
Origins	United States	Mexico
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	446	32
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Other Names What other names do they have?	American Feist American Treeing Feist Mountain Terrier Treeing Feist Feist Dog Dog Mountain Feist Feist Mountain Dog Mountain Feist Dog Feist Dog Breed Dog Feist Breed Feist Breed Dog Feist Breed of Dog Dog Feist Mt Feist	Csivava Chihuahueño
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred

Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Mountain Feist or Chihuahua? Is the Mountain Feist bigger than the Chihuahua breed? Is a Mountain Feist smaller than a Chihuahua?	Small Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Mountain Feist or Chihuahua? Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua weight comparison:	12-30 pounds (5-13.5 kg)	2-6 pounds (1-3 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	21 pounds (5-13.5 kg)	4 pounds (2 kg)
Height Which is taller, Mountain Feist or Chihuahua? Is a Mountain Feist taller than a Chihuahua?	12-18 inches (30-45 cm)	6-9 inches (15-23 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (37.5 cm)	7.5 inches (19 cm)

Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Mountain Feist or Chihuahua? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Mountain Feist and Chihuahua?	$300-$400	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Mountain Feist or Chihuahua?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get.

Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Mountain Feist or Chihuahua smarter? Which is best? Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua trainability comparison. What's the difference between Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua?	Mountain Feist dogs are quite 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: Mountain Feist or Chihuahua?	Mountain Feist dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Mountain Feist or Chihuahua? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Mountain Feist dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Mountain Feist or Chihuahua? Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua behavior/temperament comparison:	Agile Alert Spirited Swift Lovely	Alert Courageous Intelligent Quick Devoted Lively
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua?	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: Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua?	High: Mountain Feist 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 Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua social needs comparison:	Mountain Feist dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua?	The wanderlust potential of the Mountain Feist is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua? Which can be better for hunting?	Mountain Feist dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. 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

Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua playfulness comparison:	Mountain Feists are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua?	Average to High: The Mountain Feist 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 Mountain Feist or Chihuahua?	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 Mountain Feist indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Mountain Feist dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Chihuahua dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Mountain Feist or Chihuahua?	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.

Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Mountain Feist or Chihuahua?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Mountain Feist bite force: Weak.	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 Is a Mountain Feist more dangerous than a Chihuahua?	Low 🔽 The Mountain Feist has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Chihuahua has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua mouthiness comparison:	Mountain Feist dogs have a higher than 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.

Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua health comparison. Which is the healthier: Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua?	Mountain Feists tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua health problems comparison:	No data available	Collapsed Trachea Heart Murmurs Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Pulmonic Stenosis Hydrocephalus Hypoglycemia Shivering
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua?	Frequent The Mountain Feist should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) 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 Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua lifespan comparison. How long do Mountain Feist and Chihuahua breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Mountain Feist and Chihuahua?	9-15 years The average lifespan of Mountain Feist: 12 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: Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Mountain Feist 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.

Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Mountain Feist or Chihuahua? Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua energy level comparison:	Mountain Feist 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 Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Mountain Feist or Chihuahua? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Mountain Feist dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Mountain Feist or Chihuahua?	Mountain Feist 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

Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Mountain Feist or Chihuahua? Does the Mountain Feist breed eat more than the Chihuahua breed?	0.5 to 1.5 cups 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua weight gain potential comparison:	Low: The Mountain Feist has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua coat comparison:	Dense Smooth Glossy	Fine
Colors What are the original Mountain Feist and Chihuahua color? Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua color comparison:	Black White Light Brown	Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Mountain Feist or Chihuahua? Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Mountain Feist doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Mountain Feist or Chihuahua? Do Mountain Feist dogs shed more than Chihuahua dogs?	Mountain Feist dogs shed moderately. 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: Mountain Feist or Chihuahua?	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.
Hypoallergenic Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Mountain Feist or Chihuahua?	Low 🔽 The Mountain Feist 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? What's the difference between Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua?	The Mountain Feist drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Mountain Feist dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Chihuahua dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Mountain Feist or Chihuahua? Which dog is more friendly?	Mountain Feist dogs are not the most 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 Mountain Feist or Chihuahua?	Mountain Feist dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Chihuahua dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Mountain Feist or Chihuahua?	Mountain Feist dogs are not the most 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 Mountain Feist or Chihuahua? Can a Mountain Feist and a Chihuahua be friends? Do Mountain Feist dogs get along with Chihuahua dogs?	Mountain Feist dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua?	Yes Mountain Feist 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 Mountain Feist 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?	Mountain Feists are commonly okay with elderly people.	Chihuahuas are not recommended for elderly people.

Mountain Feist 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Mountain Feist or Chihuahua? 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.
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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua?	Not really Mountain Feist 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.
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.

Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Mountain Feist and Chihuahua have? Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua litter size comparison:	5-8 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno section.
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

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