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Name	Shiba Inu	Boxer	Pomeranian
Origins	Japan	Germany	Germany Poland
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Group	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	45	11	22
Reviews	8	8	6
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer	Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shiba Inu or Boxer or Pomeranian? Which is the smallest dog, Shiba Inu or Boxer or Pomeranian?	Medium	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Shiba Inu or Boxer or Boxer? Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian weight comparison:	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	3-7 pounds (1-3 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: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	5 pounds (2 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shiba Inu or Boxer or Pomeranian? Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)

Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shiba Inu or Boxer or Pomeranian? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$600-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Shiba Inu or Boxer or Pomeranian?	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.

Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Pomeranian 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 Boxer or Pomeranian?	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shiba Inu or Boxer or Pomeranian? 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.	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Pomeranian dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shiba Inu or Boxer or Pomeranian? Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright	Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian?	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pomeranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian social needs comparison:	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Pomeranian 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.	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are not the biggest explorers. 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.	Boxer 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.	Pomeranian 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

Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian playfulness comparison:	Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian?	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed. 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 Boxer or Pomeranian?	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Pomeranian breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

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

Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian?	The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Pomeranian 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 Boxer vs Pomeranian? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy	Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Allergies Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Seizures Dry Eye Heatstroke Heat Intolerance
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 Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Pomeranian should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian lifespan comparison. How long do Shiba Inu, Boxer and Pomeranian breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Pomeranian: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian?	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 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 Pomeranian can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shiba Inu or Boxer or Pomeranian?	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 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 Boxer vs Pomeranian 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 Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pomeranian's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian Allergies and Grooming Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian 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.	Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.	Pomeranian dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Shiba Inu or Boxer or Pomeranian? Which dog is more friendly?	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Pomeranian 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 Boxer or Pomeranian?	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Shiba Inu or Boxer or Pomeranian?	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Pomeranian dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Shiba Inu or Boxer or Pomeranian?	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian?	No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Boxer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Pomeranian 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 Boxer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pomeranian 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.	Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Pomeranians are not the best breed for elderly people.

Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Shiba Inu or Boxer or Pomeranian? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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 Boxer vs Pomeranian?	Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pomeranian 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.	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.
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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian 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 Boxer and Pomeranian have?	2-4 puppies	2-10 puppies, average 6	2-5 puppies
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Shiba Inu vs Boxer vs Pomeranian 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 1904 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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 Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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

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