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Compare Shiba Inu and Shetland Sheepdog. Which is better: Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or Pomsky?
Name | Shiba Inu | Shetland Sheepdog | Pomsky |
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Origins | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
Group | Companion Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Designer Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 45 | 24 | 557 |
Reviews | 9 | 6 | 1 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog |
Dwarf Scotch Shepherd Sheltie Shetland Collie Toonie Dog Miniature Collie | No data available |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Cross Breed |
Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or Pomsky? Which is the smallest dog, Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or Pomsky? | Medium | Medium | Small Medium |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or Shetland Sheepdog? Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky weight comparison: | Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg) | 14-27 pounds (6-12 kg) | 7-38 pounds (3-17 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) | 20.5 pounds (9 kg) | 21.5 pounds (10 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or Pomsky? Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky height comparison: | Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) | 13-16 inches (33-41 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) | 14.5 inches (37 cm) | 12.5 inches (31.5 cm) |
Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or Pomsky? Which is more expensive? | $800-$1000 | $800-$1000 | $2500-$3500 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or Pomsky? | Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Shetland Sheepdog is quite easy to get. | Frequent: The Pomsky is easier than average to get. |
Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky intelligence: | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Outstanding: Shetland Sheepdog is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Smart: The Pomsky dogs have great intelligence. |
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Trainability
Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky trainability comparison. | A slightly harder to train than average. | Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. | Pomsky dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or Pomsky? | Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. | Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. | Pomsky dogs are not the best watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or Pomsky?
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. | Shetland Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Pomsky dogs are average defenders. |
Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or Pomsky? Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky behavior/temperament comparison: |
Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming |
Playful Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle |
Active Intelligent Friendly |
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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. | Sensitive: Shetland Sheepdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky? | Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. | High: Shetland Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Pomsky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky social needs comparison: | Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. | Shetland Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. | Pomsky dogs are a social breed. |
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. | Shetland Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Pomsky dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. |
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. | Shetland Sheepdog 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. | Pomsky 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 Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky playfulness comparison: | Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Shetland Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Pomsky is a playful breed. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky? | Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. | A lot: Shetland Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed. | A lot: Pomsky is a particularly loud breed. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or Pomsky? | Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed. | It is not recommended to keep the Shetland Sheepdog breed in the home. | Apartment-friendly dog the Pomsky breed. |
Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky 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. | Shetland Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Pomsky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or Pomsky? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Shetland Sheepdog 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. | Pomsky 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 Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or Pomsky? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shetland Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pomsky 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 Shetland Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Pomsky has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky mouthiness comparison: | Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Pomsky dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky? | The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Shetland Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Pomsky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
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Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Heart Problems Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Collie Eye Anomaly Haemophilia Trichiasis |
Collapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Luxating Patella Allergies Eye Problems Epilepsy Heart Problems Dental Problems Skin Diseases |
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 Shetland Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Pomsky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky lifespan comparison. How long do Shiba Inu, Shetland Sheepdog and Pomsky 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 Shetland Sheepdog: 13 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Pomsky: 13 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky? | 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 average to cold weather conditions The Shetland Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pomsky can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or Pomsky?
Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky energy level comparison: | Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Pomsky dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or Pomsky? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need. | Shetland Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need. | Pomsky dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or Pomsky? | Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Pomsky dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or Pomsky? | Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 2 to 3 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. |
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky weight gain potential comparison: | Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. | Average: The Shetland Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity. | Average: The Pomsky has an average risk for obesity. |
Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky coat comparison: | Dense | Dense |
Fluffy Soft Double |
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Colors
What are the original Shiba Inu, Shetland Sheepdog and Pomsky color? |
Black Tan Red Cream Sesame |
Black Tan Blue White Sable Merle | Blue Pure white Grey & White Brown or Reddish Brown |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or Pomsky? Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky grooming comparison: | Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Advanced: The Pomsky requires a lot of grooming. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or Pomsky? Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or {name3 shedding: | Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. | Shetland Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. | Pomsky dogs shed above average. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or Pomsky? | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 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. |
Hypoallergenic
Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky 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 Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky? | Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Shetland Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Pomsky 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 Shetland Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Pomsky is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. |
Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky 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. | Shetland Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Pomsky dogs are generally with other pets. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or Pomsky? Which dog is more friendly? | Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Shetland Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Pomsky dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or Pomsky? | Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children. | Shetland Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Pomsky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or Pomsky? | Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Shetland Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Pomsky dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Shiba Inu or Shetland Sheepdog or Pomsky? | Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Shetland Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Pomsky dogs are dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky? |
No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
Yes Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Pomsky 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 Shetland Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Pomsky 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. | Shetland Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people. | Pomskys are commonly okay with elderly people. |
Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky 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 Shetland Sheepdog or Pomsky? 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. | Yes This breed makes a perfect 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. | 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 Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky? | Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Shetland Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Pomsky 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 Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky 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 Shetland Sheepdog and Pomsky have? | 2-4 puppies | 4-6 puppies | 2-6 puppies |
Shiba Inu vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Pomsky 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 1911 as a Herding 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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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 | Pomsky Club of America |
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