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Name	Shih-Poo	Dorgi	Poovanese
Origins	China Tibet	United States	Germany France Cuba
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Group	Designer Dogs	Companion Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Pooshi Shoodle	Dorgie	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shih-Poo or Dorgi or Poovanese? Which is the smallest dog, Shih-Poo or Dorgi or Poovanese?	Small	Small	Small Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Shih-Poo or Dorgi or Dorgi? Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese weight comparison:	8-15 pounds (4-7 kg) 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	15-28 pounds (7-13 kg)	15-60 pounds (7-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	11.5 pounds (5.5 kg)	21.5 pounds (10 kg)	37.5 pounds (17 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shih-Poo or Dorgi or Poovanese? Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese height comparison:	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)	8-12 inches (20-30 cm)	12-16 inches (30-40 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11.5 inches (29 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	14 inches (35 cm)

Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shih-Poo or Dorgi or Poovanese? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$200-$300	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Shih-Poo or Dorgi or Poovanese?	Frequent: The Shih-Poo is easier than average to get.	Average: The Dorgi is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Poovanese is quite easy to get.

Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese intelligence:	Smart: The Shih-Poo dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Dorgi dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Poovanese dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese trainability comparison.	Shih-Poo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Dorgi dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Poovanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Shih-Poo or Dorgi or Poovanese?	Shih-Poo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Dorgi dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Poovanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shih-Poo or Dorgi or Poovanese? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Shih-Poo dogs are average defenders. See more.	Dorgi dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Poovanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shih-Poo or Dorgi or Poovanese? Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Loyal Sweet Companionable	Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal	Active Playful Alert Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Trainable Companionable Faithful Sturdy Amiable Instinctual Charming
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese?	High: Shih-Poo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Dorgi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Poovanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese social needs comparison:	Shih-Poo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Dorgi dogs are a social breed. See more.	Poovanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Shih-Poo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Dorgi dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Poovanese dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Shih-Poo dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Dorgi dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Poovanese 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

Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese playfulness comparison:	The Shih-Poo is a playful breed. See more.	The Dorgi is a playful breed. See more.	The Poovanese is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese?	Low to Average: The Shih-Poo rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Dorgi is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Poovanese barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Shih-Poo or Dorgi or Poovanese?	Very house-friendly dog the Shih-Poo breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Dorgi breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Poovanese breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Shih-Poo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Dorgi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Poovanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Shih-Poo or Dorgi or Poovanese?	Shih-Poo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Dorgi 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.	Poovanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese?	The Shih-Poo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Dorgi is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Poovanese 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: Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese health problems comparison:	Dental Problems Heatstroke	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Deafness Chondrodysplasia Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Addison's Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Shih-Poo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Dorgi should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Poovanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese lifespan comparison. How long do Shih-Poo, Dorgi and Poovanese breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Shih-Poo: 15 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Dorgi: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Poovanese: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shih-Poo 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.

Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Shih-Poo or Dorgi or Poovanese? Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese energy level comparison:	Shih-Poo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Dorgi dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Poovanese dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shih-Poo or Dorgi or Poovanese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Shih-Poo dogs have an average exercise need.	Dorgi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Poovanese dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Shih-Poo or Dorgi or Poovanese?	Shih-Poo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Dorgi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Poovanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shih-Poo or Dorgi or Poovanese?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shih-Poo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Dorgi's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poovanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese coat comparison:	Curly Straight Curly & Straight	Wiry Soft	Curly Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long
Colors What are the original Shih-Poo, Dorgi and Poovanese color?	Black White Brown Brindle Various combinations	Black Tan	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shih-Poo or Dorgi or Poovanese? Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Shih-Poo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Dorgi doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Poovanese requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shih-Poo or Dorgi or Poovanese? Shih-Poo or Dorgi or {name3 shedding:	Shih-Poo dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Dorgi dogs shed above average. See more.	Poovanese 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: Shih-Poo or Dorgi or Poovanese?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese?	Low 🔽 The Shih-Poo has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dorgi has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Poovanese has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Shih-Poo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Dorgi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Poovanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Shih-Poo dogs are generally with other pets.	Dorgi dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Poovanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Shih-Poo or Dorgi or Poovanese? Which dog is more friendly?	Shih-Poo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Dorgi dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Poovanese 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 Shih-Poo or Dorgi or Poovanese?	Shih-Poo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Dorgi dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Poovanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Shih-Poo or Dorgi or Poovanese?	Shih-Poo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Dorgi dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Poovanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Shih-Poo or Dorgi or Poovanese?	Shih-Poo dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Dorgi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Poovanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese?	Yes Shih-Poo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Dorgi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Poovanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Shih-Poo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Dorgi is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Poovanese is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Shih-Poos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Dorgis are commonly okay with elderly people.	Poovaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Shih-Poo or Dorgi or Poovanese? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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: Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese?	Not really Shih-Poo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dorgi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poovanese breed usually likes 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.

Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese 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 Shih-Poo and Dorgi and Poovanese have?	3-4 puppies	2-5 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 4
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Shih-Poo vs Dorgi vs Poovanese Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Not recognized by any clubs.	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	No data available

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