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Name	Shiba Inu	Dalmatian	Shar-Pei
Origins	Japan	Croatia	China
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog	Carriage Dog Dally Firehouse Dog Plum Pudding Dog Spotted Coach Dog Dal	Chinese Fighting Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shiba Inu or Dalmatian or Shar-Pei? Which is the smallest dog, Shiba Inu or Dalmatian or Shar-Pei?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Shiba Inu or Dalmatian or Dalmatian? Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei weight comparison:	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)	about 55 pounds (25 kg)	40-55 pounds (18- 25 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)	about 55 pounds (25 kg)	47.5 pounds (18- 25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shiba Inu or Dalmatian or Shar-Pei? Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	19 inches (48.5 cm)

Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shiba Inu or Dalmatian or Shar-Pei? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$500-$600	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Shiba Inu or Dalmatian or Shar-Pei?	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Dalmatian is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shar-Pei is quite easy to get.

Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Shar-Pei 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 Dalmatian or Shar-Pei?	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shiba Inu or Dalmatian or Shar-Pei? 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.	Dalmatian dogs are average defenders. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shiba Inu or Dalmatian or Shar-Pei? Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming	Active Playful Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Friendly Outgoing	Loving Independent Affectionate Devoted Reserved Suspicious
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Shar-Pei 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 Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei?	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Dalmatian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Shar-Pei dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei social needs comparison:	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Dalmatian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are kinda antisocial. 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.	The wanderlust potential of the Dalmatian is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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.	Dalmatian dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Shar-Pei 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 Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei playfulness comparison:	Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Dalmatian is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Shar-Peis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei?	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Dalmatian barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Shar-Pei barks none to minimal. 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 Dalmatian or Shar-Pei?	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Dalmatian breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Shar-Pei breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei 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.	Dalmatian dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Shar-Pei 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 Dalmatian or Shar-Pei?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Dalmatian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Shar-Pei dogs handle alone time quite well.

Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei?	The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Dalmatians are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Deafness Skin Allergies Iris Sphincter Dysplasia Urolithiasis	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Osteochondrosis Dissecans Glaucoma Seborrhea Cutaneous Mucinosis Fever Pyoderma
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 Dalmatian should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Shar-Pei 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 Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei lifespan comparison. How long do Shiba Inu, Dalmatian and Shar-Pei breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Dalmatian: 13 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Shar-Pei: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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 Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shiba Inu or Dalmatian or Shar-Pei?	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, 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 Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei 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 Dalmatian's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shar-Pei's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei coat comparison:	Dense	Fine	Dense
Colors What are the original Shiba Inu, Dalmatian and Shar-Pei color?	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame	Black White Brown Liver	Black Red Blue Cream Brown Fawn Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shiba Inu or Dalmatian or Shar-Pei? Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Dalmatian requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Shar-Pei requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shiba Inu or Dalmatian or Shar-Pei? Shiba Inu or Dalmatian or {name3 shedding:	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Shar-Pei 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 Dalmatian or Shar-Pei?	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 Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei 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 Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei?	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dalmatian has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Shar-Pei 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 Dalmatian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shar-Pei is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

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

Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei 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.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Dalmatian or Shar-Pei? 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 Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei?	Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dalmatian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shar-Pei 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 Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei 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 Dalmatian and Shar-Pei have?	2-4 puppies	6-9 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Shiba Inu vs Dalmatian vs Shar-Pei 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 1888 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting 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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds 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	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 United Kennel Club

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