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Name	Shiba Inu	Corgi Inu	American Foxhound
Origins	Japan	United States	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	Shiba Corgi	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shiba Inu or Corgi Inu or American Foxhound? Which is the smallest dog, Shiba Inu or Corgi Inu or American Foxhound?	Medium	Small Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Shiba Inu or Corgi Inu or Corgi Inu? Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound weight comparison:	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)	18-29 pounds (8-13 kg)	65-75 pounds (29-34 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)	23.5 pounds (10.5 kg)	70 pounds (31.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shiba Inu or Corgi Inu or American Foxhound? Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	10-15 inches (25-38 cm)	21-25 inches (53-64 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	23 inches (58.5 cm)

Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shiba Inu or Corgi Inu or American Foxhound? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$300-$700	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Shiba Inu or Corgi Inu or American Foxhound?	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.	Average: The Corgi Inu is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The American Foxhound is easier than average to get.

Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Corgi Inu dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Corgi Inu dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	American Foxhound 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 Corgi Inu or American Foxhound?	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Corgi Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shiba Inu or Corgi Inu or American Foxhound? 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.	Corgi Inu dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	American Foxhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shiba Inu or Corgi Inu or American Foxhound? Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming	Independent Energetic Alert Outgoing Trainable Watchful Smart Goofy	Loving Independent Intelligent Loyal Tempered Kind 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.	Corgi Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are less 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 Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound?	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Corgi Inu dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: American Foxhound 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 Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound social needs comparison:	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Corgi Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	American Foxhound 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.	Corgi Inu dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	American Foxhound 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.	Corgi 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.	American Foxhound 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 Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound 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: Corgi Inu dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	American Foxhound 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 Corgi Inu or American Foxhound?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	American Foxhound 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 Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound?	The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Corgi Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	American Foxhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax	Cataracts Elbow Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy	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.	Average The Corgi Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The American Foxhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound lifespan comparison. How long do Shiba Inu, Corgi Inu and American Foxhound 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 Corgi Inu: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of American Foxhound: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound?	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 cold weather conditions The Corgi Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The American Foxhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shiba Inu or Corgi Inu or American Foxhound?	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.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Corgi Inu has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The American Foxhound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Waterproof Thick Double Short Long	Rough
Colors What are the original Shiba Inu, Corgi Inu and American Foxhound color?	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame	Black Red Blue White Fawn Sable	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shiba Inu or Corgi Inu or American Foxhound? Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Corgi Inu requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American Foxhound requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shiba Inu or Corgi Inu or American Foxhound? Shiba Inu or Corgi Inu or {name3 shedding:	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. See more.	Corgi Inu dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	American Foxhound 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 Corgi Inu or American Foxhound?	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 Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes 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 Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound?	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Corgi Inu has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Foxhound 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 Corgi Inu is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The American Foxhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound 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.	Corgi Inu dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	American Foxhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Shiba Inu or Corgi Inu or American Foxhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Corgi Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	American Foxhound 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 Corgi Inu or American Foxhound?	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Corgi Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	American Foxhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Shiba Inu or Corgi Inu or American Foxhound?	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Corgi Inu dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	American Foxhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Shiba Inu or Corgi Inu or American Foxhound?	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Corgi Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	American Foxhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound?	No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Corgi Inu dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes American Foxhound 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 Corgi Inu is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes American Foxhound 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.	Corgi Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.	American Foxhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound 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 Corgi Inu or American Foxhound? 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.
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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 Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound?	Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Corgi Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Foxhound 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 Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound 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 Corgi Inu and American Foxhound have?	2-4 puppies	3-6 puppies	5-7 puppies
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Shiba Inu vs Corgi Inu vs American Foxhound 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 1886 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.	Not recognized by FCI.	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	Not recognized by any clubs.	No data available

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