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Name	Shiba Inu	Chow Chow	Beagle
Origins	Japan	China	England
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	45	76	6
Reviews	8	6	10
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog	Chowdren Chow	English Beagle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shiba Inu or Chow Chow or Beagle? Which is the smallest dog, Shiba Inu or Chow Chow or Beagle?	Medium	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Shiba Inu or Chow Chow or Chow Chow? Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle weight comparison:	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)	45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 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)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shiba Inu or Chow Chow or Beagle? Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	20 inches (51 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shiba Inu or Chow Chow or Beagle? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$600-$800	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Shiba Inu or Chow Chow or Beagle?	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Chow Chow is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.

Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low: The Chow Chow is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Beagle 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 Chow Chow or Beagle?	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shiba Inu or Chow Chow or Beagle? 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.	Chow Chow dogs are average defenders. See more.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shiba Inu or Chow Chow or Beagle? Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming	Aloof Independent Protective Intelligent Loyal Quiet Detached	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet
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.	Chow Chow dogs are less 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 Chow Chow vs Beagle?	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Chow Chow dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Beagle 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 Chow Chow vs Beagle social needs comparison:	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Beagle 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.	Chow Chow dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Beagle 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.	Chow Chow dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle playfulness comparison:	Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Chow Chows are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle?	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Chow Chow barks none to minimal. See more.	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud 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 Chow Chow or Beagle?	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.	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 Chow Chow indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle 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.	Chow Chow dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Beagle 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 Chow Chow or Beagle?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Chow Chow dogs handle alone time quite well.	Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle?	The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Chow Chow 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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax	Hip Dysplasia Ectropion	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome
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 Chow Chow 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle lifespan comparison. How long do Shiba Inu, Chow Chow and Beagle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Chow Chow: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle?	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 cold weather The Chow Chow can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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.

Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Shiba Inu or Chow Chow or Beagle? Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle energy level comparison:	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Chow Chow dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Beagle 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 Chow Chow vs Beagle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shiba Inu or Chow Chow or Beagle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need.	Chow Chow dogs exercise need is minimal.	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Shiba Inu or Chow Chow or Beagle?	Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Chow Chow dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shiba Inu or Chow Chow or Beagle?	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle 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 Chow Chow's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle coat comparison:	Dense	Rough	Dense
Colors What are the original Shiba Inu, Chow Chow and Beagle color?	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame	Black Red Blue Cream Cinnamon	Black Tan Red White Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shiba Inu or Chow Chow or Beagle? Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shiba Inu or Chow Chow or Beagle? Shiba Inu or Chow Chow or {name3 shedding:	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. See more.	Chow Chow dogs shed above average. See more.	Beagle 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 Chow Chow or Beagle?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle 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 Chow Chow vs Beagle?	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high 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 Chow Chow is an average drooler. See more.	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle 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.	Chow Chow dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Shiba Inu or Chow Chow or Beagle? Which dog is more friendly?	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are 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 Chow Chow or Beagle?	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Chow Chow dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Shiba Inu or Chow Chow or Beagle?	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Beagle 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 Chow Chow or Beagle?	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not dog-friendly.	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle?	No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Chow Chow 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Shiba Inu is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Chow Chow is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Beagle 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.	Chow Chows are not the best breed for elderly people.	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle 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.
Most Popular Service Dog Breeds
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Shiba Inu or Chow Chow or Beagle? 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle?	Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chow Chow breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Beagle breed usually likes 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.	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 Chow Chow vs Beagle 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 Chow Chow and Beagle have?	2-4 puppies	3-6 puppies	2-14 puppies, average 7
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Shiba Inu vs Chow Chow vs Beagle 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 1903 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound 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 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.
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

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