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Name	Shiba Inu	Chihuahua	Great Dane
Origins	Japan	Mexico	Germany
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	45	32	14
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog	Csivava Chihuahueño	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Great Dane? Which is the smallest dog, Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Great Dane?	Medium	Small	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Chihuahua? Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane weight comparison:	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)	2-6 pounds (1-3 kg)	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 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)	4 pounds (2 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Great Dane? Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	6-9 inches (15-23 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	7.5 inches (19 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane Price and Availability Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Great Dane 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 Chihuahua or Great Dane?	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Great Dane? 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.	Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Great Dane? Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming	Alert Courageous Intelligent Quick Devoted Lively	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved
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.	Sensitive: Chihuahua dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane?	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane social needs comparison:	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. 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.	Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Chihuahua 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.	Great Dane 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane playfulness comparison:	Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane?	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. 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 Chihuahua or Great Dane?	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane 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.	Chihuahua dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Great Dane 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 Chihuahua or Great Dane?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Chihuahua dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Great Dane dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane?	The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax	Collapsed Trachea Heart Murmurs Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Pulmonic Stenosis Hydrocephalus Hypoglycemia Shivering	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
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 Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane lifespan comparison. How long do Shiba Inu, Chihuahua and Great Dane breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane?	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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Great Dane? Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane energy level comparison:	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Chihuahua dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Great Dane? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need.	Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Great Dane?	Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Chihuahua dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Great Dane?	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	8 to 10 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? Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane coat comparison:	Dense	Fine	Dense
Colors What are the original Shiba Inu, Chihuahua and Great Dane color?	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame	Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Great Dane? Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Great Dane? Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or {name3 shedding:	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. See more.	Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Great Dane 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 Chihuahua or Great Dane?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane 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 Chihuahua vs Great Dane?	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane 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 Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Great Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

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

Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane 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 Chihuahua or Great Dane? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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 Chihuahua vs Great Dane?	Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chihuahua breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Dane 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.	Yes 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane 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 Chihuahua and Great Dane have?	2-4 puppies	2-4 puppies	10-15 puppies
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Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Great Dane 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 Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working 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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian 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	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 Canadian Canine Registry

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