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Name	Pekingese	Tibetan Spaniel	Japanese Chin
Origins	China	Tibet	Japan
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	88	121	108
Reviews	3	1	4
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chinese Spaniel Lion Dog Peke Peking Palasthund Pelchie Dog Peking Lion Dog	Simkhyi Tibbie	Japanese Spaniel Chin
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pekingese or Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin? Which is the smallest dog, Pekingese or Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Pekingese or Tibetan Spaniel or Tibetan Spaniel? Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin weight comparison:	8-10 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg)	9-15 pounds (4.1-6.8 kg)	4-15 pounds (2-7 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	9 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg)	12 pounds (4.1-6.8 kg)	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pekingese or Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin? Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin height comparison:	6-9 inches (30.4-45 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	7-11 inches (18-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	7.5 inches (30.24.5 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	9 inches (23 cm)

Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pekingese or Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$800-$1000	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Pekingese or Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin?	Very frequent: The Pekingese is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Tibetan Spaniel is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Japanese Chin is easier than average to get.

Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin intelligence:	Low: The Pekingese is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. 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.
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Trainability Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin trainability comparison.	Pekingese dogs are easy to train. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are 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: Pekingese or Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin?	Pekingese dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pekingese or Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Pekingese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pekingese or Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin? Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Intelligent Affectionate Aggressive Good-natured Opinionated	Aloof Independent Happy Intelligent Assertive Willful	Playful Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Loyal
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Pekingese dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Tibetan Spaniel 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: Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin?	High: Pekingese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Tibetan Spaniel 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 Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin social needs comparison:	Pekingese dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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?	Pekingese dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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?	Pekingese dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel 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.	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

Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin playfulness comparison:	Pekingeses don't really like playing. See more.	Average: Tibetan Spaniels, 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: Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin?	Average to High: The Pekingese is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Tibetan Spaniel 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 Pekingese or Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin?	Very house-friendly dog the Pekingese breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Tibetan Spaniel breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Chin breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Pekingese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Tibetan Spaniel 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: Pekingese or Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Japanese Chin dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin?	Pekingeses are commonly healthy dogs.	Tibetan Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	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: Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin health problems comparison:	Cataracts Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Intervertebral Disk Disease Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome Distichiasis Mitral Valve Disease Cryptorchidism Ectopic Cilia Cleft Palate Brachycephalic Syndrome Hydrocephalus Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	No data available	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Eye Problems Epilepsy Entropion Heart Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Pekingese should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Tibetan Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Japanese Chin should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin lifespan comparison. How long do Pekingese, Tibetan Spaniel and Japanese Chin breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Pekingese: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Tibetan Spaniel: 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: Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pekingese 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Pekingese or Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin? Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin energy level comparison:	Pekingese dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Japanese Chin dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pekingese or Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Pekingese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs exercise need is minimal.	Japanese Chin dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Pekingese or Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin?	Pekingese dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Japanese Chin dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pekingese or Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin?	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	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? Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Pekingese has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Tibetan Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Japanese Chin has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin coat comparison:	Dense	Silky	Feathered
Colors What are the original Pekingese, Tibetan Spaniel and Japanese Chin color?	Black Gray Red Cream White Fawn	Black Tan Red Cream White Silver Sable Gold	Black White Sable Lemon
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pekingese or Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin? Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Tibetan Spaniel requires average grooming effort. 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 Pekingese or Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin? Pekingese or Tibetan Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Pekingese dogs shed moderately. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal. 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: Pekingese or Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel 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, Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin?	High 🔼 The Pekingese has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Tibetan Spaniel 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 Pekingese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Tibetan Spaniel 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.

Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Pekingese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Tibetan Spaniel 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 Pekingese or Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin? Which dog is more friendly?	Pekingese dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are not the most 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 Pekingese or Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin?	Pekingese dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are 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 Pekingese or Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin?	Pekingese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Spaniel 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 Pekingese or Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin?	Pekingese dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Tibetan Spaniel 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: Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin?	Yes Pekingese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Tibetan Spaniel 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 Pekingese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Tibetan Spaniel 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?	Pekingeses are not recommended for elderly people.	Tibetan Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Japanese Chins are not the best breed for elderly people.

Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel 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: Pekingese or Tibetan Spaniel 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: Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin?	Not really Pekingese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Tibetan Spaniel 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.	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.

Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel 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 Pekingese and Tibetan Spaniel and Japanese Chin have?	2-4 puppies	3-6 puppies	1-3 puppies
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Pekingese vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 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 Japan Chin and Pekingese section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds 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 National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Pekingese Club Of America	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

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Greg
Dec 24, 2020, 10:34:17 PM:
Mistake in row: "Good For First Time Owners" It's completely the opposite, Pekingese are very stubborn, whilst Tibetan spaniels are not (or just slightly compared to the Pekingese). I have had both and I am talking from a first-hand experience.