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Name	Silkese	Silkchon	Shiranian
Origins	Australia Italy	Spain Australia Belgium	China
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Group	Designer Dogs	Designer Dogs	Designer Dogs
Popularity Rank	1999	1998	594
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Other Names What other names do they have?	No data available	No data available	Pomshi Pom-Tzu Shih-A-Pom Shih-Pom
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Silkese or Silkchon or Shiranian? Which is the smallest dog, Silkese or Silkchon or Shiranian?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Silkese or Silkchon or Silkchon? Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian weight comparison:	8-11 pounds (4-5 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	4-15 pounds (2-7 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Silkese or Silkchon or Shiranian? Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian height comparison:	Male: 8-10 inches (21-25 cm), Female: 8-9 inches (20-23 cm)	Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 9 inches (23 cm), Female: 8.5 inches (21.5 cm)	Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)

Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Silkese or Silkchon or Shiranian? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$600-$800	$300-$1300
Availability Which is easier to get, Silkese or Silkchon or Shiranian?	Very frequent: The Silkese is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Silkchon is quite easy to get.	Average: The Shiranian is a commonly available dog breed.

Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Silkchon dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Shiranian dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian trainability comparison.	Silkese dogs are easy to train. See more.	Silkchon dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Silkese or Silkchon or Shiranian?	Silkese dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Silkchon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shiranian dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Silkese or Silkchon or Shiranian? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Silkese dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Silkchon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Shiranian dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Silkese or Silkchon or Shiranian? Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Quick Gentle Tempered Joyful Sweet Inquisitive Easygoing	Playful Alert Sensitive Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Quick Gentle Joyful Inquisitive Cheerful	Playful Intelligent Friendly Loyal Attentive Trainable Lazy
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: Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian?	High: Silkese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Silkchon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Shiranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian social needs comparison:	Silkese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Silkchon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Shiranian dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Silkese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Silkchon dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Shiranian 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?	Silkese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Silkchon dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian playfulness comparison:	The Silkese is a playful breed. See more.	The Silkchon is a playful breed. See more.	The Shiranian is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian?	Average to High: The Silkese is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Silkchon barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiranian 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 Silkese or Silkchon or Shiranian?	Very house-friendly dog the Silkese breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Silkchon breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Shiranian breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Silkese dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Silkchon dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Shiranian dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Silkese or Silkchon or Shiranian?	Silkese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Silkchon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Shiranian 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.

Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian health comparison. Which is the healthier: Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian?	The Silkese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Silkchon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Shiranians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Diabetes Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia White Dog Shaker Syndrome	Collapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Epilepsy Vaccination Sensitivity Diabetes Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts	Cataracts Allergies Hypothyroidism Hypoglycemia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Silkese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Silkchon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Shiranian should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian lifespan comparison. How long do Silkese, Silkchon and Shiranian breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-18 years The average lifespan of Silkese: 16 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Silkchon: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Shiranian: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shiranian can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Silkese or Silkchon or Shiranian?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 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? Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Silkese has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Silkchon's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Shiranian has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian coat comparison:	Feathered Silky Straight Glossy	Curly Silky Straight Glossy	Fluffy Curly Straight Double Long
Colors What are the original Silkese, Silkchon and Shiranian color?	Black Gray Tan Blue Cream White Silver Fawn Tricolor Platinum	Black Gray Tan Blue Cream White Silver Fawn Buff Tricolor Platinum Apricot	Black Red White Brown Sable Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Silkese or Silkchon or Shiranian? Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Silkese requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The Shiranian requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Silkese or Silkchon or Shiranian? Silkese or Silkchon or {name3 shedding:	Silkese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Silkchon dogs are low shedders. See more.	Shiranian dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Silkese or Silkchon or Shiranian?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian?	Medium ⏺ The Silkese has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Silkchon has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Shiranian has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Silkese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Silkchon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shiranian is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Silkese dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Silkchon dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Shiranian dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Silkese or Silkchon or Shiranian? Which dog is more friendly?	Silkese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Silkchon dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Shiranian 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 Silkese or Silkchon or Shiranian?	Silkese dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Silkchon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Shiranian dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Silkese or Silkchon or Shiranian?	Silkese dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Silkchon dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Shiranian dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Silkese or Silkchon or Shiranian?	Silkese dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Silkchon dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Shiranian dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian?	Yes Silkese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Silkchon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Shiranian dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Silkese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Silkchon is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shiranian is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Silkeses are usually recommended for elderly people.	Silkchons are usually recommended for elderly people.	Shiranians are commonly okay with elderly people.

Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian 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: Silkese or Silkchon or Shiranian? 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: Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian?	Not really Silkese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Silkchon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shiranian 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.

Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian 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 Silkese and Silkchon and Shiranian have?	3-5 puppies	3-5 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Silkese vs Silkchon vs Shiranian 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?	No data available	No data available	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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