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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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Mountain Feist and Chihuahua. What other names are these breeds known by?	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 Classification Compare breed classifications between a Mountain Feist and a Chihuahua. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Cross Breed	Purebred

Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small Medium	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Mountain Feist and a Chihuahua. Which breed is heavier?	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 Range Compare puppy prices between a Mountain Feist and a Chihuahua. Which breed costs more?	$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

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	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.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare training requirements.	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 Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare alertness levels.	Mountain Feist dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare territorial behaviors.	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

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Mountain Feist and a Chihuahua. How do their temperaments differ?	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

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare vocalization tendencies.	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
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare play drive and energy.	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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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare living space needs.	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

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare adaptability levels.	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.
Alone Time Tolerance 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 Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Mountain Feist has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Chihuahua has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare mouthing behaviors.	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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare bite force PSI.	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

Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare average lifespans.	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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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare climate tolerances.	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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Mountain Feist and a Chihuahua. Which breed is healthier?	Mountain Feists tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency 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).
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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

Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare activity levels.	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

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare obesity risks.	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
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare daily food needs.	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

Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Mountain Feist and Chihuahua? Compare breed colors.	Black White Light Brown	Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare maintenance needs.	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
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare drooling amounts.	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.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Mountain Feist has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Mountain Feist and a Chihuahua? Compare fur types.	Dense Smooth Glossy	Fine
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
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

Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare kid-friendliness.	Mountain Feist dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Chihuahua dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility 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
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 Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare therapy capabilities.	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
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare maritime abilities.	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.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Mountain Feist or a Chihuahua? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Mountain Feist and Chihuahua. Which has stronger military background?	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

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Mountain Feist and Chihuahua. Which has larger litters?	5-8 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Mountain Feist and Chihuahua breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Mountain Feist and Chihuahua. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Mountain Feist vs Chihuahua Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Mountain Feist and Chihuahua. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Mountain Feist and Chihuahua. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Mountain Feist and Chihuahua. Which is more widely recognized?	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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