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Compare Shiba Inu and Dachshund. Which is better: Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Chi-Poo?
Name | Shiba Inu | Dachshund | Chi-Poo |
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Origins | Japan | Germany | United States |
Group | Companion Dogs | Hunting Dogs | Designer Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 45 | 13 | 612 |
Reviews | 8 | 7 | 0 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog |
Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel |
Chipoodle Chi-Poos Choodle Poochi Poohuahua |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Cross Breed |
Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Chi-Poo? Which is the smallest dog, Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Chi-Poo? | Medium | Small | Small |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Dachshund? Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo weight comparison: | Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg) | Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) | 5-20 pounds (2,5-9 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) | Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) | 12.5 pounds (6 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Chi-Poo? Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo height comparison: | Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) | Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm) | 6-14 inches (15-36 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) | Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm) | 10 inches (25 cm) |
Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Chi-Poo? Which is more expensive? | $800-$1000 | $500-$700 | $500-$1000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Chi-Poo? | Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get. | Average: The Chi-Poo is a commonly available dog breed. |
Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo intelligence: | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Very smart: Chi-Poo is an excellent dog breed. |
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Trainability
Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo trainability comparison. | A slightly harder to train than average. | Dachshund dogs are easy to train. | Chi-Poo dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Chi-Poo? | Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. | Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. | Chi-Poo dogs are average watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Chi-Poo?
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. | Dachshund dogs are average defenders. | Chi-Poo dogs are average defenders. |
Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Chi-Poo? Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo behavior/temperament comparison: |
Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming |
Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever |
Active Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Companionable |
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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. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Sensitive: Chi-Poo dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo? | Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. | High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Chi-Poo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo social needs comparison: | Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. | Dachshund dogs are a social breed. | Chi-Poo dogs are kinda antisocial. |
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. | Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Chi-Poo dogs have average wanderlust potential. |
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. | Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Chi-Poo 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. |
Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo playfulness comparison: | Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Chi-Poo is a playful breed. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo? | Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. | A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. | Average: The Chi-Poo barks occasionally. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Chi-Poo? | Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed. | Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Chi-Poo breed. |
Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo 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. | Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Chi-Poo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Chi-Poo? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Dachshund 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. | Chi-Poo dogs handle alone time quite well. |
Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Chi-Poo? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Chi-Poo bite force: Weak. |
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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 Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Chi-Poo has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo mouthiness comparison: | Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Chi-Poo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo? | The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Chi-Poos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. |
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Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax |
Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy |
Luxating Patella Glaucoma Hypoglycemia Overactive tear glands |
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 Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Frequent The Chi-Poo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Life Expectancy
Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo lifespan comparison. How long do Shiba Inu, Dachshund and Chi-Poo 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 Dachshund: 13 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Chi-Poo: 13 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo? | 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. | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. |
Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Chi-Poo?
Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo energy level comparison: | Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Chi-Poo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Chi-Poo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need. | Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need. | Chi-Poo dogs exercise need is minimal. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Chi-Poo? | Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Chi-Poo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Chi-Poo? | Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo weight gain potential comparison: | Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. | High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Average: The Chi-Poo has an average risk for obesity. |
Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo coat comparison: | Dense | Fine |
Short Long Medium |
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Colors
What are the original Shiba Inu, Dachshund and Chi-Poo color? |
Black Tan Red Cream Sesame |
Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown |
Black Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Brindle Grey |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Chi-Poo? Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo grooming comparison: | Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Average: The Chi-Poo requires average grooming effort. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Chi-Poo? Shiba Inu or Dachshund or {name3 shedding: | Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. | Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. | Chi-Poo dogs are low shedders. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Chi-Poo? | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
Hypoallergenic
Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo? | Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Chi-Poo 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. | The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Chi-Poo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo 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. | Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets. | Chi-Poo dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Chi-Poo? Which dog is more friendly? | Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Chi-Poo dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Chi-Poo? | Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children. | Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. | Chi-Poo dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Chi-Poo? | Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Chi-Poo dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Chi-Poo? | Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Chi-Poo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo? |
No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
Yes Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Chi-Poo 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 Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Chi-Poo 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. | Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people. | Chi-Poos are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo 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. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Shiba Inu or Dachshund or Chi-Poo? Which is better for autism? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
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. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. | 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 Dachshund vs Chi-Poo? | Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Chi-Poo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
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. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
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 Dachshund vs Chi-Poo Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Shiba Inu and Dachshund and Chi-Poo have? | 2-4 puppies | 4-8 puppies | 2-5 puppies |
Shiba Inu vs Dachshund vs Chi-Poo 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 1885 as a Hound breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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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 Dachshunds group, in the 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 Canadian Canine Registry |
American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club Designer Canine Registry |
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