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Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz Comparison - Dog breed selector: Japanese Shiba Inu or English Beagle or Deutscher Spitz? Find the right dog for you

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Name Shiba Inu Beagle German Spitz
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Japanese Shiba Inu
Japanese Small-Size Dog
Shiba
Shiba Ken
Brushwood Dog
English Beagle Deutscher Spitz
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Shiba Inu or Beagle or German Spitz? Which is the smallest dog, Shiba Inu or Beagle or German Spitz?
Medium Small Small
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Shiba Inu or Beagle or Beagle? Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz weight comparison:
Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg) Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg) Male: 24-33 pounds (11-15 kg), Female: 18-27 pounds (8-12 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: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg) Male: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Shiba Inu or Beagle or German Spitz? Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 19-23 inches (48-58 cm), Female: 15-19 inches (38-48 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 21 inches (53 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)

Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Shiba Inu or Beagle or German Spitz? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $500-$800 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Shiba Inu or Beagle or German Spitz?
Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.
Average: The German Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.

Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Very smart: German Spitz is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz trainability comparison.
A slightly harder to train than average.
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Beagle dogs are easy to train.
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German Spitz dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Shiba Inu or Beagle or German Spitz?
Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs.
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Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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German Spitz dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Shiba Inu or Beagle or German Spitz? 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.
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Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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German Spitz dogs are average defenders.
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Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shiba Inu or Beagle or German Spitz? Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Confident
Going
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Charming
Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Independent
Devoted
Lively
Attentive
Trainable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: German Spitz dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz?
Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: German Spitz dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz social needs comparison:
Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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German Spitz dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home.
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Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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German Spitz dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? 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.
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Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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German Spitz dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz playfulness comparison:
Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Beagle is a highly playful breed.
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The German Spitz is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz?
Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks.
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A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The German Spitz is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Shiba Inu or Beagle or German Spitz?
Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.
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 German Spitz indoors.

Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz 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.
Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: German Spitz 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 Beagle or German Spitz?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Shiba Inu or Beagle or German Spitz?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Beagle bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

German Spitz bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The German Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz mouthiness comparison:
Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Spitz dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz?
The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
German Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Glaucoma
Spinning
Chylothorax
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Glaucoma
Beagle Dwarfism
Chinese Beagle Syndrome
Luxating Patella
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Dental Problems
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The German Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz lifespan comparison. How long do Shiba Inu, Beagle and German Spitz breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Spitz: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz?
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.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Shiba Inu or Beagle or German Spitz? Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz energy level comparison:
Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
German Spitz dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shiba Inu or Beagle or German Spitz? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need.
Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
German Spitz dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Shiba Inu or Beagle or German Spitz?
Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
German Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Shiba Inu or Beagle or German Spitz?
Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 0.5 to 1.5 cups 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Low to Average: The German Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz coat comparison:
Dense Dense Dense
Straight
Colors
What are the original Shiba Inu, Beagle and German Spitz color?
Black
Tan
Red
Cream
Sesame
Black
Tan
Red
White
Tricolor
Black
White
Orange
Tricolor
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Shiba Inu or Beagle or German Spitz? Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming.
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Advanced: The German Spitz requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Shiba Inu or Beagle or German Spitz? Shiba Inu or Beagle or {name3 shedding:
Shiba Inu dogs shed above average.
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Beagle dogs shed moderately.
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German Spitz dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Shiba Inu or Beagle or German Spitz?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz?

Medium

The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The German Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz 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.
Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
German Spitz dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Shiba Inu or Beagle or German Spitz? Which dog is more friendly?
Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Shiba Inu or Beagle or German Spitz?
Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
German Spitz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Shiba Inu or Beagle or German Spitz?
Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Shiba Inu or Beagle or German Spitz?
Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz?
No
Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
German Spitz 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
Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
German Spitz 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.
Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
German Spitzs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz 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.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Shiba Inu or Beagle or German Spitz? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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 Beagle vs German Spitz?

Not really

Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

German Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Shiba Inu and Beagle and German Spitz have?
2-4 puppies 2-14 puppies, average 7 2-4 puppies

Shiba Inu vs Beagle vs German Spitz 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 1885 as a Hound breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz 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
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.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
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