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Name	Shar-Pei	Australian Cattle Dog	Chow Chow
Origins	China	Australia	China
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Group	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	64	56	76
Reviews	7	4	6
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chinese Fighting Dog	Blue Heeler Cattle Dog Red Heeler Queensland Heeler	Chowdren Chow
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or Chow Chow? Which is the smallest dog, Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or Chow Chow?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Cattle Dog? Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow weight comparison:	40-55 pounds (18- 25 kg)	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)	45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	47.5 pounds (18- 25 kg)	46 pounds (20.5 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or Chow Chow? Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow height comparison:	18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	20 inches (51 cm)

Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or Chow Chow? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$500-$700	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or Chow Chow?	Very frequent: The Shar-Pei is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Chow Chow is quite easy to get.

Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low: The Chow Chow is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow trainability comparison.	Shar-Pei dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy 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: Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or Chow Chow?	Shar-Pei dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or Chow Chow? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Shar-Pei dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or Chow Chow? Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Independent Affectionate Devoted Reserved Suspicious	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Aggressive	Aloof Independent Protective Intelligent Loyal Quiet Detached
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Shar-Pei dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow?	Slightly Below Average: Shar-Pei dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Chow Chow dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow social needs comparison:	Shar-Pei dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Shar-Pei dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Chow Chow 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?	Shar-Pei 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.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Chow Chow 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

Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow playfulness comparison:	Average: Shar-Peis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed. See more.	Chow Chows are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow?	Low: The Shar-Pei barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Chow Chow 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 Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or Chow Chow?	Apartment-friendly dog the Shar-Pei breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog 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 Chow Chow indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Shar-Pei dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Chow Chow dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or Chow Chow?	Shar-Pei 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.	Chow Chow dogs handle alone time quite well.

Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or Chow Chow?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shar-Pei bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Cattle Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Chow Chow 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 Shar-Pei has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow mouthiness comparison:	Shar-Pei dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Chow Chow dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Chow Chow 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: Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Osteochondrosis Dissecans Glaucoma Seborrhea Cutaneous Mucinosis Fever Pyoderma	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Deafness	Hip Dysplasia Ectropion
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Shar-Pei should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Chow Chow should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow lifespan comparison. How long do Shar-Pei, Australian Cattle Dog and Chow Chow breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-10 years The average lifespan of Shar-Pei: 9 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Chow Chow: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow?	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 Australian Cattle Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Chow Chow can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or Chow Chow? Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow energy level comparison:	Shar-Pei dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Chow Chow dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or Chow Chow? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Shar-Pei dogs exercise need is minimal.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.	Chow Chow dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or Chow Chow?	Shar-Pei dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Chow Chow dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or Chow Chow?	2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 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? Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shar-Pei's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chow Chow's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Rough
Colors What are the original Shar-Pei, Australian Cattle Dog and Chow Chow color?	Black Red Blue Cream Brown Fawn Apricot	Red Blue Speckled Mottled	Black Red Blue Cream Cinnamon
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or Chow Chow? Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow grooming comparison:	Average: The Shar-Pei requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or Chow Chow? Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or {name3 shedding:	Shar-Pei dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Chow Chow 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: Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or Chow Chow?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow 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, Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow?	High 🔼 The Shar-Pei has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Shar-Pei is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chow Chow is an average drooler. See more.

Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Shar-Pei dogs are generally with other pets.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Chow Chow dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or Chow Chow? Which dog is more friendly?	Shar-Pei dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not 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 Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or Chow Chow?	Shar-Pei dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or Chow Chow?	Shar-Pei dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Chow Chow dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or Chow Chow?	Shar-Pei dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow?	Yes Shar-Pei dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Cattle Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Chow Chow dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Shar-Pei is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Cattle Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Chow Chow is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Shar-Peis are not recommended for elderly people.	Australian Cattle Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Chow Chows are not the best breed for elderly people.

Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow 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: Shar-Pei or Australian Cattle Dog or Chow Chow? 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: Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow?	Not really Shar-Pei breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Cattle Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chow Chow 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?	Yes 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	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow 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 Shar-Pei and Australian Cattle Dog and Chow Chow have?	4-6 puppies	1-7 puppies, average 5	3-6 puppies
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Shar-Pei vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Chow Chow Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1903 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) 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 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 United Kennel Club

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