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Name	Swedish Vallhund	Smooth Collie	Japanese Chin
Origins	Sweden	Scotland	Japan
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Västgötaspets	Short-Haired Collie	Japanese Spaniel Chin
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Swedish Vallhund or Smooth Collie or Japanese Chin? Which is the smallest dog, Swedish Vallhund or Smooth Collie or Japanese Chin?	Medium	Large	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Swedish Vallhund or Smooth Collie or Smooth Collie? Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin weight comparison:	25-35 pounds (11-15 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	4-15 pounds (2-7 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	30 pounds (13 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Swedish Vallhund or Smooth Collie or Japanese Chin? Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin height comparison:	12-16 inches (30-40 cm)	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	7-11 inches (18-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14 inches (35 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	9 inches (23 cm)

Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Swedish Vallhund or Smooth Collie or Japanese Chin? Which is more expensive?	$500-$600	$400-$600	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Swedish Vallhund or Smooth Collie or Japanese Chin?	Frequent: The Swedish Vallhund is easier than average to get.	Average: The Smooth Collie is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Japanese Chin is easier than average to get.

Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Smooth Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin trainability comparison.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Swedish Vallhund or Smooth Collie or Japanese Chin?	Swedish Vallhund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Swedish Vallhund or Smooth Collie or Japanese Chin? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Swedish Vallhund dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Swedish Vallhund or Smooth Collie or Japanese Chin? Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Alert Friendly Fearless Watchful	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Loyal Gentle Social	Playful Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Loyal
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Swedish Vallhund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Smooth Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin?	High: Swedish Vallhund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Smooth Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Japanese Chin dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin social needs comparison:	Swedish Vallhund dogs are a social breed. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Swedish Vallhund dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Swedish Vallhund dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Japanese Chin 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

Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin playfulness comparison:	Average: Swedish Vallhunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Smooth Collie is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Japanese Chins, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin?	Average to High: The Swedish Vallhund is a vocal breed. See more.	Average to High: The Smooth Collie is a vocal breed. See more.	Low: The Japanese Chin barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Swedish Vallhund or Smooth Collie or Japanese Chin?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Swedish Vallhund indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Smooth Collie indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Chin breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Swedish Vallhund or Smooth Collie or Japanese Chin?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Swedish Vallhund bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Smooth Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Japanese Chin 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 Swedish Vallhund has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Smooth Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Japanese Chin has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin mouthiness comparison:	Swedish Vallhund dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin health comparison. Which is the healthier: Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin?	Swedish Vallhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Smooth Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Japanese Chin 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: Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Heart Problems Retinal Dysplasia Skin Allergies Spina Befida	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Eye Problems Epilepsy Entropion Heart Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Swedish Vallhund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Smooth Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Japanese Chin should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin lifespan comparison. How long do Swedish Vallhund, Smooth Collie and Japanese Chin breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Swedish Vallhund: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Smooth Collie: 15 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Japanese Chin: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Swedish Vallhund can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.

Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Swedish Vallhund or Smooth Collie or Japanese Chin?	Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food daily, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Swedish Vallhund's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Smooth Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Japanese Chin has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin coat comparison:	Thick	Dense Thick Flat	Feathered
Colors What are the original Swedish Vallhund, Smooth Collie and Japanese Chin color?	Black Gray Red Blue White	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle	Black White Sable Lemon
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Swedish Vallhund or Smooth Collie or Japanese Chin? Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin grooming comparison:	Average: The Swedish Vallhund requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Japanese Chin requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Swedish Vallhund or Smooth Collie or Japanese Chin? Swedish Vallhund or Smooth Collie or {name3 shedding:	Swedish Vallhund dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Swedish Vallhund or Smooth Collie or Japanese Chin?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin?	Medium ⏺ The Swedish Vallhund has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Smooth Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Japanese Chin has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Swedish Vallhund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Smooth Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Japanese Chin is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Swedish Vallhund dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Smooth Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Japanese Chin dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Swedish Vallhund or Smooth Collie or Japanese Chin? Which dog is more friendly?	Swedish Vallhund dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Smooth Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Japanese Chin dogs are very 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 Swedish Vallhund or Smooth Collie or Japanese Chin?	Swedish Vallhund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Smooth Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Japanese Chin dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Swedish Vallhund or Smooth Collie or Japanese Chin?	Swedish Vallhund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Smooth Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Japanese Chin dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Swedish Vallhund or Smooth Collie or Japanese Chin?	Swedish Vallhund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Smooth Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Japanese Chin dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin?	Yes Swedish Vallhund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Smooth Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Japanese Chin dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Swedish Vallhund is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Smooth Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Japanese Chin is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Swedish Vallhunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Smooth Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Japanese Chins are not the best breed for elderly people.

Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin 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.	Yes This breed makes good 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: Swedish Vallhund or Smooth Collie or Japanese Chin? 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.
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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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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: Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin?	Not really Swedish Vallhund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Smooth Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Japanese Chin 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.

Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin 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 Swedish Vallhund and Smooth Collie and Japanese Chin have?	4-8 puppies	4-8 puppies	1-3 puppies
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Swedish Vallhund vs Smooth Collie vs Japanese Chin Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2007 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Japan Chin and Pekingese section.
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. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. 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	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

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