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Name	Shiba Inu	Chihuahua	Puggle
Origins	Japan	Mexico	United States
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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	Beagle-Pug
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Puggle? Which is the smallest dog, Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Puggle?	Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Chihuahua? Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle weight comparison:	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)	2-6 pounds (1-3 kg)	15-40 pounds (7-18 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)	27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Puggle? Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	6-9 inches (15-23 cm)	10-15 inches (25-38 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)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle Price and Availability Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle 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.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Puggle?	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Puggle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Puggle? 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.	Puggle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Puggle? Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming	Alert Courageous Intelligent Quick Devoted Lively	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal Social Cheerful
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.	Puggle 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 Chihuahua vs Puggle?	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: Puggle dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle social needs comparison:	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Puggle dogs need for social interaction is average. 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.	Puggle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? 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.	Puggle 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 Chihuahua vs Puggle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle 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.	The Puggle is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle?	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Puggle 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 Chihuahua or Puggle?	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Puggle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle 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.	Puggle 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 Chihuahua or Puggle?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle?	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.	Puggles are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle 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 Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Cherry Eye Distichiasis Obesity
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 Puggle 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 Puggle lifespan comparison. How long do Shiba Inu, Chihuahua and Puggle 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	9-15 years The average lifespan of Puggle: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Puggle? Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle 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.	Puggle 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 Chihuahua vs Puggle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Puggle? 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.	Puggle dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Puggle?	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.	Puggle 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 Chihuahua vs Puggle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Puggle?	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.	1 to 1.5 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 Puggle 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.	High: The Puggle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle coat comparison:	Dense	Fine	Smooth Straight
Colors What are the original Shiba Inu, Chihuahua and Puggle color?	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame	Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate	Black Tan Red White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Puggle? Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle 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 Puggle requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or Puggle? Shiba Inu or Chihuahua or {name3 shedding:	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. See more.	Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Puggle dogs are heavy shedders. 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 Puggle?	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 Puggle 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 Puggle?	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Puggle has a low 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 Puggle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

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

Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle 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 Puggle? 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.	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 Chihuahua vs Puggle?	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 Puggle 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 Chihuahua vs Puggle 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 Puggle have?	2-4 puppies	2-4 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Shiba Inu vs Chihuahua vs Puggle 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.	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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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