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Name	Papillon	Boston Terrier	Japanese Chin
Origins	Spain France Belgium	United States	Japan
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog	American Gentlemen Boston Bull Terrier Boxwood Boston Bull	Japanese Spaniel Chin
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Papillon or Boston Terrier or Japanese Chin? Which is the smallest dog, Papillon or Boston Terrier or Japanese Chin?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Papillon or Boston Terrier or Boston Terrier? Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin weight comparison:	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	10-25 pounds (6-11kg)	4-15 pounds (2-7 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	17.5 pounds (8.5 kg)	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Papillon or Boston Terrier or Japanese Chin? Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin height comparison:	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	15-17 inches (38-43 cm)	7-11 inches (18-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	16 inches (40.5 cm)	9 inches (23 cm)

Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Papillon or Boston Terrier or Japanese Chin? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$600-$800	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Papillon or Boston Terrier or Japanese Chin?	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Boston Terrier is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Japanese Chin is easier than average to get.

Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin intelligence:	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	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 Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin trainability comparison.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Japanese Chin 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: Papillon or Boston Terrier or Japanese Chin?	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Papillon or Boston Terrier or Japanese Chin? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Papillon or Boston Terrier or Japanese Chin? Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin behavior/temperament comparison:	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Aggressive	Playful Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Loyal
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Boston Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin?	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Boston Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Japanese Chin dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin social needs comparison:	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Japanese Chin 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

Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin playfulness comparison:	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Boston Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Japanese Chins, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin?	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Boston Terrier rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Japanese Chin barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Papillon or Boston Terrier or Japanese Chin?	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 Papillon indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Boston Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Chin breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Boston Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Japanese Chin dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Papillon or Boston Terrier or Japanese Chin?	Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Boston Terrier 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.	Japanese Chin dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Papillon or Boston Terrier or Japanese Chin?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Boston Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Japanese Chin 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 Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Boston Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Japanese Chin has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin mouthiness comparison:	Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin health comparison. Which is the healthier: Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin?	The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Boston Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Japanese Chin is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Patellar Luxation Allergies Deafness Cherry Eye Brain Tumors Megaesophagus Reverse Sneezing	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Eye Problems Epilepsy Entropion Heart Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Boston Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Japanese Chin should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin lifespan comparison. How long do Papillon, Boston Terrier and Japanese Chin breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Boston Terrier: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Japanese Chin: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Papillon or Boston Terrier or Japanese Chin? Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin energy level comparison:	Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Boston Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Japanese Chin dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Papillon or Boston Terrier or Japanese Chin? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.	Boston Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Japanese Chin dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Papillon or Boston Terrier or Japanese Chin?	Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Boston Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Japanese Chin dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Papillon or Boston Terrier or Japanese Chin?	1/4 to 1 cup 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.	1/4 to 1/2 cup 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? Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Boston Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Japanese Chin has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin coat comparison:	Feathered	Fine	Feathered
Colors What are the original Papillon, Boston Terrier and Japanese Chin color?	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	Black White Brindle Seal	Black White Sable Lemon
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Papillon or Boston Terrier or Japanese Chin? Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin grooming comparison:	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Boston Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Japanese Chin requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Papillon or Boston Terrier or Japanese Chin? Papillon or Boston Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Papillon or Boston Terrier or Japanese Chin?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No 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, Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin?	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Boston Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Japanese Chin has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Boston Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Japanese Chin is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Boston Terrier dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Japanese Chin dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Papillon or Boston Terrier or Japanese Chin? Which dog is more friendly?	Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Boston Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Japanese Chin dogs are very 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 Papillon or Boston Terrier or Japanese Chin?	Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Boston Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Japanese Chin dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Papillon or Boston Terrier or Japanese Chin?	Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Boston Terrier dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Japanese Chin dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Papillon or Boston Terrier or Japanese Chin?	Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Boston Terrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Japanese Chin dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin?	Yes Papillon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Boston Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Japanese Chin dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Papillon is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Boston Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Japanese Chin is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.	Boston Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Japanese Chins are not the best breed for elderly people.

Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin 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: Papillon or Boston Terrier or Japanese Chin? 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: Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin?	Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boston Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Japanese Chin 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin 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 Papillon and Boston Terrier and Japanese Chin have?	2-4 puppies	3-5 puppies	1-3 puppies
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Papillon vs Boston Terrier vs Japanese Chin Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1893 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Japan Chin and Pekingese section.
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 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 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

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