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Name	Poochon	Shichon	Shih-Poo
Origins	Australia	United States	China Tibet
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo breeds.	No data available	Teddy Bear Zuchon	Pooshi Shoodle
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo? Compare their breeding categories.	Cross Breed	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

Poochon vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which breed is the largest?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo? Compare adult weight ranges.	6-15 pounds (3-7 kg)	10-15 pounds (5-7 kg)	8-15 pounds (4-7 kg) 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)	12.5 pounds (6 kg)	11.5 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poochon or Shichon or Shih-Poo? Poochon vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo height comparison:	10-15 inches (25-38 cm)	19-21 inches (49-53 cm)	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	20 inches (51 cm)	11.5 inches (29 cm)

Poochon vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1000	$800-$1200	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Poochon or Shichon or Shih-Poo?	Frequent: The Poochon is easier than average to get.	Average: The Shichon is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Shih-Poo is easier than average to get.

Poochon vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Poochon dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Shih-Poo dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which is easiest to train?	Poochon dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Shichon dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which breed is most alert?	Poochon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shichon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which breed is most protective?	Poochon dogs are average defenders. See more.	Shichon dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Poochon vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo? Compare temperaments.	Happy Intelligent Affectionate	Playful Loving Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Social	Intelligent Loyal Sweet Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Poochon dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Poochon vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo?	High: Poochon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Shichon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Shih-Poo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Poochon vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo social needs comparison:	Poochon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Shichon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Poochon dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Shichon dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Poochon 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.	Shichon 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.	Shih-Poo dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Poochon vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which breed is most vocal?	Average to High: The Poochon is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Shichon barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Shih-Poo rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which breed is most playful?	The Poochon is a playful breed. See more.	The Shichon is a playful breed. See more.	The Shih-Poo is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the Poochon breed.	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 Shichon indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Shih-Poo breed.
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Poochon vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which breed is most flexible?	Poochon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Shichon dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Shih-Poo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Poochon or Shichon or Shih-Poo?	Poochon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Shichon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Shih-Poo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Poochon vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Poochon has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shichon has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shih-Poo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which uses mouth most during play?	Poochon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shichon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Poochon bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Shichon bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Shih-Poo bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Poochon vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poochon: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shichon: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Shih-Poo: 15 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shih-Poo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which has fewer health issues?	The Poochon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shichon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shih-Poo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Poochon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Shichon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Shih-Poo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poochon vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poochon vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo health problems comparison:	Patellar Luxation Retinal Dysplasia Allergies Addison's Disease Bladder Stones Cushing's Syndrome	Allergies	Heatstroke Dental Problems

Poochon vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which breed is most active?	Poochon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Shichon dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Shih-Poo 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 Poochon vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Poochon or Shichon or Shih-Poo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Poochon dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Shichon dogs have an average exercise need.	Shih-Poo dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Poochon or Shichon or Shih-Poo?	Poochon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Shichon dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Shih-Poo 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

Poochon vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poochon's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Shichon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shih-Poo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which needs most food?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Poochon vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. What colors are available?	Black Tan Cream Grey Apricot	Black Gray Red Cream White Silver Apricot	Black White Brown Brindle Various combinations
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which requires most maintenance?	Easy to groom: The Poochon doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Shichon requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shih-Poo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which drools least?	The Poochon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shichon is an average drooler. See more.	The Shih-Poo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Poochon has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Shichon has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Shih-Poo has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Wavy Coarse	Fluffy Dense Curly Silky	Curly Straight Curly & Straight
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	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 Poochon or Shichon or Shih-Poo? Poochon or Shichon or {name3 shedding:	Poochon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Shichon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Poochon vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which is best with kids?	Poochon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Shichon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Shih-Poo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Poochon dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Shichon dogs are generally with other pets.	Shih-Poo dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Poochon or Shichon or Shih-Poo? Which dog is more friendly?	Poochon dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Shichon dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Shih-Poo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Poochon or Shichon or Shih-Poo?	Poochon dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Shichon dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Shih-Poo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Poochon or Shichon or Shih-Poo?	Poochon dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Shichon dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Shih-Poo dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Poochon vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo?	Yes Poochon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shichon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shih-Poo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Poochon is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shichon is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shih-Poo is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Poochons are usually recommended for elderly people.	Shichons are usually recommended for elderly people.	Shih-Poos are commonly okay with elderly people.

Poochon vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Poochon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shichon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shih-Poo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which has most military use?	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.

Poochon vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which has most puppies?	2-4 puppies	3-6 puppies	3-4 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. What's recommended?	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.

Poochon vs Shichon vs Shih-Poo Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Poochon, Shichon, and Shih-Poo. Which has most recognition?	Not recognized by any clubs.	American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	Not recognized by any clubs.

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