Shiba Inu vs Basenji Comparison – Which dog is better Japanese Shiba Inu or African Barkless Dog?

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Name	Shiba Inu	Basenji
Origins	Japan	Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	45	84
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shiba Inu vs Basenji breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Shiba Inu vs Basenji Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Shiba Inu or Basenji? Is the Shiba Inu bigger than the Basenji breed? Is a Shiba Inu smaller than a Basenji?	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Shiba Inu or Basenji? Shiba Inu vs Basenji weight comparison:	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg)	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shiba Inu or Basenji? Is a Shiba Inu taller than a Basenji?	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Shiba Inu vs Basenji Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shiba Inu or Basenji? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Shiba Inu and Basenji?	$800-$1000	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Shiba Inu or Basenji?	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.

Shiba Inu vs Basenji Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Shiba Inu or Basenji smarter? Which is best? Shiba Inu vs Basenji intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Shiba Inu vs Basenji trainability comparison. What's the difference between Shiba Inu vs Basenji?	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Shiba Inu or Basenji?	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shiba Inu or Basenji? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Shiba Inu vs Basenji Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shiba Inu or Basenji? Shiba Inu vs Basenji behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Shiba Inu vs Basenji?	Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Basenji 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: Shiba Inu vs Basenji?	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Shiba Inu vs Basenji social needs comparison:	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Shiba Inu vs Basenji?	The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Basenji dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Shiba Inu vs Basenji? Which can be better for hunting?	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.	Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Shiba Inu vs Basenji Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shiba Inu vs Basenji playfulness comparison:	Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shiba Inu vs Basenji?	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Basenji 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 Shiba Inu or Basenji?	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Shiba Inu vs Basenji Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Shiba Inu or Basenji?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.

Shiba Inu vs Basenji Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Shiba Inu or Basenji?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Shiba Inu more dangerous than a Basenji?	Low 🔽 The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Shiba Inu vs Basenji mouthiness comparison:	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Basenji Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shiba Inu vs Basenji health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shiba Inu vs Basenji?	The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Basenji 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: Shiba Inu vs Basenji? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiba Inu vs Basenji health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Shiba Inu vs Basenji?	Average The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Shiba Inu vs Basenji lifespan comparison. How long do Shiba Inu and Basenji breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Shiba Inu and Basenji?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shiba Inu vs Basenji?	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.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Basenji Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Basenji Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shiba Inu or Basenji? Does the Shiba Inu breed eat more than the Basenji breed?	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3/4 to 1 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? Shiba Inu vs Basenji weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shiba Inu vs Basenji Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shiba Inu vs Basenji coat comparison:	Dense	Fine
Colors What are the original Shiba Inu and Basenji color? Shiba Inu vs Basenji color comparison:	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame	Black Tan Red White Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shiba Inu or Basenji? Shiba Inu vs Basenji grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shiba Inu or Basenji? Do Shiba Inu dogs shed more than Basenji dogs?	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. See more.	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Shiba Inu or Basenji?	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.
Hypoallergenic Shiba Inu vs Basenji hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Shiba Inu or Basenji?	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Shiba Inu vs Basenji?	The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Basenji Good With Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Basenji 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Shiba Inu or Basenji? 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.
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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Shiba Inu vs Basenji?	Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Basenji 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.
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.

Shiba Inu vs Basenji Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Shiba Inu and Basenji have? Shiba Inu vs Basenji litter size comparison:	2-4 puppies	4-5 puppies
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Shiba Inu vs Basenji 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 1944 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	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 Primitive type 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	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 Canadian Canine Registry American Pet Registry, Inc.

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