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Name	Papillon	Kishu Ken	Shiba Inu
Origins	Spain France Belgium	Japan	Japan
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting 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	Kishu Inu Kishu	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Papillon or Kishu Ken or Shiba Inu? Which is the smallest dog, Papillon or Kishu Ken or Shiba Inu?	Small	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Papillon or Kishu Ken or Kishu Ken? Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu weight comparison:	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	30-60 pounds (13-27 kg)	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	45 pounds (20 kg)	Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Papillon or Kishu Ken or Shiba Inu? Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu height comparison:	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	17-22 inches (43-56 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Papillon or Kishu Ken or Shiba Inu? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$300-$500	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Papillon or Kishu Ken or Shiba Inu?	Very frequent: The Papillon 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.	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.

Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu 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.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu trainability comparison.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs are hard to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Papillon or Kishu Ken or Shiba Inu?	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Papillon or Kishu Ken or Shiba Inu? 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.	Kishu Ken dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Papillon or Kishu Ken or Shiba Inu? Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu behavior/temperament comparison:	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	Dignified Alert Docile Faithful Noble	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming
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.	Kishu Ken dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Shiba Inu 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 Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu?	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Kishu Ken dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu social needs comparison:	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. 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.	Kishu Ken 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.	Shiba Inu 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 Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu playfulness comparison:	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Kishu Kens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu?	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Kishu Ken barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu 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 Papillon or Kishu Ken or Shiba Inu?	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.	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 Kishu Ken indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu 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.	Kishu Ken dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Papillon or Kishu Ken or Shiba Inu?	Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Kishu Ken dogs handle alone time quite well.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Papillon or Kishu Ken or Shiba Inu?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kishu Ken bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.
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.	Low 🔽 The Kishu Ken has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu mouthiness comparison:	Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu health comparison. Which is the healthier: Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu?	The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Kishu Kens tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Shiba Inu 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: Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax
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.	Frequent The Kishu Ken should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu lifespan comparison. How long do Papillon, Kishu Ken and Shiba Inu breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Kishu Ken: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Papillon or Kishu Ken or Shiba Inu?	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 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? Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kishu Ken's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu coat comparison:	Feathered	Dense Soft Thick Straight	Dense
Colors What are the original Papillon, Kishu Ken and Shiba Inu color?	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	Black Tan Red White Brindle	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Papillon or Kishu Ken or Shiba Inu? Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu grooming comparison:	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Kishu Ken requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Papillon or Kishu Ken or Shiba Inu? Papillon or Kishu Ken or {name3 shedding:	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Papillon or Kishu Ken or Shiba Inu?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu 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 Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu?	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kishu Ken has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu 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 Kishu Ken is an average drooler. See more.	The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Kishu Ken dogs are generally with other pets.	Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Papillon or Kishu Ken or Shiba Inu? Which dog is more friendly?	Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Kishu Ken dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most 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 Kishu Ken or Shiba Inu?	Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Kishu Ken dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Papillon or Kishu Ken or Shiba Inu?	Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Kishu Ken dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Papillon or Kishu Ken or Shiba Inu?	Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Kishu Ken dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu?	Yes Papillon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Kishu Ken dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Papillon is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kishu Ken is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shiba Inu 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.	Kishu Kens are usually recommended for elderly people.	Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.

Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu 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 Kishu Ken or Shiba Inu? 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.
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: Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu?	Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kishu Ken breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shiba Inu 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.

Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu 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 Kishu Ken and Shiba Inu have?	2-4 puppies	2-5 puppies, average 3	2-4 puppies
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Papillon vs Kishu Ken vs Shiba Inu Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds 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	Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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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