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Name	Shih-Poo	Miniature Pinscher	Havanese
Origins	China Tibet	Germany	Cuba
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Pooshi Shoodle	King Of The Toys Reh Pinscher Zwergpinsc Min Pin	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shih-Poo or Miniature Pinscher or Havanese? Which is the smallest dog, Shih-Poo or Miniature Pinscher or Havanese?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Shih-Poo or Miniature Pinscher or Miniature Pinscher? Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese weight comparison:	8-15 pounds (4-7 kg) 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 8-9 pounds (about 4 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	11.5 pounds (5.5 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8.5 pounds (about 4 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shih-Poo or Miniature Pinscher or Havanese? Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese height comparison:	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11.5 inches (29 cm)	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)

Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shih-Poo or Miniature Pinscher or Havanese? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$400-$600	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Shih-Poo or Miniature Pinscher or Havanese?	Frequent: The Shih-Poo is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Miniature Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.

Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese intelligence:	Smart: The Shih-Poo dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Miniature Pinscher 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 Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese trainability comparison.	Shih-Poo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Havanese 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 Miniature Pinscher or Havanese?	Shih-Poo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Pinscher dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shih-Poo or Miniature Pinscher or Havanese? 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.	Miniature Pinscher dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shih-Poo or Miniature Pinscher or Havanese? Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Loyal Sweet Companionable	Playful Energetic Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Responsive Clever	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable 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.	Sensitive: Miniature Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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 Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese?	High: Shih-Poo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Miniature Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Havanese 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 Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese social needs comparison:	Shih-Poo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature Pinscher dogs are a social breed. See more.	Havanese 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.	Miniature Pinscher dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Havanese 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?	Shih-Poo dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Miniature Pinscher 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.	Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese playfulness comparison:	The Shih-Poo is a playful breed. See more.	The Miniature Pinscher is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese?	Low to Average: The Shih-Poo rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Miniature Pinscher is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. 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 Miniature Pinscher or Havanese?	Very house-friendly dog the Shih-Poo breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Miniature Pinscher breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese 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.	Miniature Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Havanese 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 Miniature Pinscher or Havanese?	Shih-Poo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Miniature Pinscher 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.	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese?	The Shih-Poo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Miniature Pinschers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Havanese 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: Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese health problems comparison:	Heatstroke Dental Problems	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt
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.	Frequent The Miniature Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese lifespan comparison. How long do Shih-Poo, Miniature Pinscher and Havanese breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Shih-Poo: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Miniature Pinscher: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese?	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.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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 Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Shih-Poo or Miniature Pinscher or Havanese? Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese 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.	Miniature Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Havanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shih-Poo or Miniature Pinscher or Havanese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Shih-Poo dogs have an average exercise need.	Miniature Pinscher dogs exercise need is minimal.	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Shih-Poo or Miniature Pinscher or Havanese?	Shih-Poo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Havanese 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 Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shih-Poo or Miniature Pinscher or Havanese?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese 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.	High: The Miniature Pinscher breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese coat comparison:	Curly Straight Curly & Straight	Rough	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long
Colors What are the original Shih-Poo, Miniature Pinscher and Havanese color?	Black White Brown Brindle Various combinations	Black Tan Red Chocolate Rust	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shih-Poo or Miniature Pinscher or Havanese? Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Shih-Poo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Miniature Pinscher requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shih-Poo or Miniature Pinscher or Havanese? Shih-Poo or Miniature Pinscher or {name3 shedding:	Shih-Poo dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Miniature Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Havanese 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 Miniature Pinscher or Havanese?	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.	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 Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese 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 Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese?	Low 🔽 The Shih-Poo has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Havanese 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 Miniature Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Shih-Poo dogs are generally with other pets.	Miniature Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Shih-Poo or Miniature Pinscher or Havanese? Which dog is more friendly?	Shih-Poo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Miniature Pinscher dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Havanese 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 Miniature Pinscher or Havanese?	Shih-Poo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Miniature Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Shih-Poo or Miniature Pinscher or Havanese?	Shih-Poo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Miniature Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Havanese 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 Miniature Pinscher or Havanese?	Shih-Poo dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese?	Yes Shih-Poo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Havanese 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 Miniature Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Havanese 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.	Miniature Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese 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: Shih-Poo or Miniature Pinscher or Havanese? 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: Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese?	Not really Shih-Poo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Havanese 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.

Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese 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 Miniature Pinscher and Havanese have?	3-4 puppies	2-5 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 4
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Shih-Poo vs Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Not recognized by any clubs.	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 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 United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America

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