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Name	Shiba Inu	Blue Heeler	Manchester Terrier
Origins	Japan	Australia	England
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Group	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog	Australian Cattle Dog Cattle Dog Queensland Heeler Red Heeler	English Toy Terrier Black and Tan Manchester
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shiba Inu or Blue Heeler or Manchester Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Shiba Inu or Blue Heeler or Manchester Terrier?	Medium	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Shiba Inu or Blue Heeler or Blue Heeler? Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)	Toy: 6-8 pounds (2.5-3.5 kg), Standard: 17-18 pounds (7.7-8 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)	46 pounds (20.5 kg)	Toy: 7 pounds (2.5-3.5 kg), Standard: 17.5 pounds (7.7.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shiba Inu or Blue Heeler or Manchester Terrier? Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Toy: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Standard: 15-16 inches (39-40 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Toy: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Standard: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shiba Inu or Blue Heeler or Manchester Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$400-$800	$600-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Shiba Inu or Blue Heeler or Manchester Terrier?	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Manchester Terrier is easier than average to get.

Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Blue Heeler dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Manchester Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Manchester Terrier 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: Shiba Inu or Blue Heeler or Manchester Terrier?	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Manchester Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shiba Inu or Blue Heeler or Manchester Terrier? 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.	Blue Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Manchester Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shiba Inu or Blue Heeler or Manchester Terrier? Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming	Active Protective Alert Intelligent Hard working Resourceful	Active Alert Intelligent Loyal Devoted Quiet Discerning
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. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Manchester Terrier 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 Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier?	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Blue Heeler dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Manchester Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier social needs comparison:	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Manchester Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
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. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Blue Heeler is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Manchester Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
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. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Manchester Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier playfulness comparison:	Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Blue Heeler is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Manchester Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier?	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Blue Heeler rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Manchester Terrier barks occasionally. 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 Blue Heeler or Manchester Terrier?	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Blue Heeler breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Manchester Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier 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: Blue Heeler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Manchester Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Shiba Inu or Blue Heeler or Manchester Terrier?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Blue Heeler dogs handle alone time quite well.	Manchester Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Shiba Inu or Blue Heeler or Manchester Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Blue Heeler bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Manchester Terrier 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 Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Blue Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Manchester Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Manchester Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier?	The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Blue Heelers are commonly healthy dogs.	Manchester Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax	No data available	No data available
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.	Rare The Blue Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Manchester Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Shiba Inu, Blue Heeler and Manchester Terrier 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 Blue Heeler: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Manchester Terrier: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier?	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.	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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shiba Inu or Blue Heeler or Manchester Terrier?	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Blue Heeler's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Manchester Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Fine
Colors What are the original Shiba Inu, Blue Heeler and Manchester Terrier color?	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame	Blue Red speckled Blue speckled Blue Mottled Red Mottled	Black Tan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shiba Inu or Blue Heeler or Manchester Terrier? Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Blue Heeler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Manchester Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shiba Inu or Blue Heeler or Manchester Terrier? Shiba Inu or Blue Heeler or {name3 shedding:	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Manchester Terrier 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 Blue Heeler or Manchester Terrier?	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.	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 Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier 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, Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Blue Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Manchester Terrier 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. See more.	The Blue Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Manchester Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier 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.	Blue Heeler dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Manchester Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Shiba Inu or Blue Heeler or Manchester Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Manchester Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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 Blue Heeler or Manchester Terrier?	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Manchester Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Shiba Inu or Blue Heeler or Manchester Terrier?	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Manchester Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Shiba Inu or Blue Heeler or Manchester Terrier?	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Manchester Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier?	No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Blue Heeler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Manchester Terrier 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 Blue Heeler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Manchester Terrier 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.	Blue Heelers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Manchester Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.

Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier 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: Shiba Inu or Blue Heeler or Manchester Terrier? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier?	Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Blue Heeler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Manchester Terrier 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.

Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier 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 Shiba Inu and Blue Heeler and Manchester Terrier have?	2-4 puppies	1-7 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Shiba Inu vs Blue Heeler vs Manchester Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Terrier & Toy 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.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers 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	No data available	No data available

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