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Name	Shiba Inu	Shih Tzu	Poochon
Origins	Japan	China	Australia
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Designer 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	Chrysanthemum Dog Chinese Lion Dog	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shiba Inu or Shih Tzu or Poochon? Which is the smallest dog, Shiba Inu or Shih Tzu or Poochon?	Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Shiba Inu or Shih Tzu or Shih Tzu? Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon weight comparison:	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)	9–16 pounds (4-7 kg)	6-15 pounds (3-7 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)	9–16 pounds (5.5 kg)	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shiba Inu or Shih Tzu or Poochon? Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	8-11 inches (20-28 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)	9.5 inches (24 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shiba Inu or Shih Tzu or Poochon? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$800-$1200	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Shiba Inu or Shih Tzu or Poochon?	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shih Tzu is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Poochon is easier than average to get.

Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low: The Shih Tzu is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Poochon dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Poochon 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 Shih Tzu or Poochon?	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Poochon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shiba Inu or Shih Tzu or Poochon? 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.	Shih Tzu dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Poochon dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shiba Inu or Shih Tzu or Poochon? Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming	Active Playful Happy Courageous Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Lively Gentle	Happy Intelligent Affectionate
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.	Shih Tzu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Poochon dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon?	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Shih Tzu dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Poochon 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 Shih Tzu vs Poochon social needs comparison:	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Poochon 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.	Shih Tzu dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Poochon 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.	Shih Tzu dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Poochon 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 Shih Tzu vs Poochon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon playfulness comparison:	Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Shih Tzus are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Poochon is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon?	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Shih Tzu is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Poochon is a vocal 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 Shih Tzu or Poochon?	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Shih Tzu breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Poochon breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

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

Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon?	The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shih Tzu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Poochon 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 Shih Tzu vs Poochon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Ear Infections Distichiasis Portosystemic Liver Shunt Bladder Stones Ectopic Cilia Reverse Sneezing Dry Eye Proptosis Juvenile Renal Dysplasia Keratitis Retained Baby Teeth Snuffles	Patellar Luxation Retinal Dysplasia Allergies Addison's Disease Bladder Stones Cushing's 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 Shih Tzu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Poochon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon lifespan comparison. How long do Shiba Inu, Shih Tzu and Poochon breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years	10-16 years The average lifespan of Shih Tzu: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poochon: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon?	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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Wavy Coarse
Colors What are the original Shiba Inu, Shih Tzu and Poochon color?	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame	Black Red Blue Silver Brindle Liver Gold	Black Tan Cream Grey Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shiba Inu or Shih Tzu or Poochon? Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon 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.	Easy to groom: The Poochon doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shiba Inu or Shih Tzu or Poochon? Shiba Inu or Shih Tzu or {name3 shedding:	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Poochon 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 Shih Tzu or Poochon?	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 Shih Tzu vs Poochon hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon?	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Shih Tzu has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Poochon 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. See more.	The Shih Tzu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Poochon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon 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.	Shih Tzu dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Poochon dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Shiba Inu or Shih Tzu or Poochon? Which dog is more friendly?	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Poochon 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 Shih Tzu or Poochon?	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Shih Tzu dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Poochon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Shiba Inu or Shih Tzu or Poochon?	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Poochon dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Shiba Inu or Shih Tzu or Poochon?	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Poochon dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon?	No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Shih Tzu dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Poochon 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 Shih Tzu is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Poochon 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.	Shih Tzus are not the best breed for elderly people.	Poochons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon 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 Shih Tzu or Poochon? 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.
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 Shih Tzu vs Poochon?	Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shih Tzu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Poochon 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 Shih Tzu vs Poochon 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 Shih Tzu and Poochon have?	2-4 puppies	2-5 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Shiba Inu vs Shih Tzu vs Poochon 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 1969 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan 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 Canadian Canine Registry	Not recognized by any clubs.

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