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Name	Thai Ridgeback	Chow Chow	Bull Terrier
Origins	Thailand	China	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	296	76	60
Reviews	3	6	6
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Mah Thai Lung Arn Thai Dog Mah Thai	Chowdren Chow	Bully Gladiator English Bull Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or Bull Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or Bull Terrier?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or Chow Chow? Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier weight comparison:	51-75 pounds (23-34 kg)	45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	63 pounds (28.5 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or Bull Terrier? Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	20 inches (51 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or Bull Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$600-$800	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or Bull Terrier?	Average: The Thai Ridgeback is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Chow Chow is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.

Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low: The Chow Chow is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Bull Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or Bull Terrier?	Thai Ridgeback dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or Bull Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Thai Ridgeback dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are average defenders. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or Bull Terrier? Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Independent Protective Intelligent Loyal Familiar	Aloof Independent Protective Intelligent Loyal Quiet Detached	Active Protective Tempered Sweet Trainable Keen
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Thai Ridgeback dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Bull Terrier 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: Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier?	Slightly Below Average: Thai Ridgeback dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Chow Chow dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Bull Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier social needs comparison:	Thai Ridgeback dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Thai Ridgeback dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Chow Chow dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Thai Ridgeback dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Chow Chow dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Bull Terrier 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

Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier playfulness comparison:	Average: Thai Ridgebacks, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Chow Chows are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Bull Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier?	Low to Average: The Thai Ridgeback rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Chow Chow barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Bull Terrier 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 Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or Bull Terrier?	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 Thai Ridgeback 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 Chow Chow indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Bull Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Thai Ridgeback dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Chow Chow dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Bull Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or Bull Terrier?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Chow Chow dogs handle alone time quite well.	Bull Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or Bull Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Thai Ridgeback bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Chow Chow bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
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 Thai Ridgeback has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bull Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Thai Ridgeback dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Chow Chow dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier?	Thai Ridgebacks tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Chow Chow is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Ectropion	Heart Murmurs Deafness Hereditary Nephritis Lens Luxation Spinning
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Thai Ridgeback should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Chow Chow should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Thai Ridgeback, Chow Chow and Bull Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Thai Ridgeback: 12 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Chow Chow: 14 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bull Terrier: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Chow Chow can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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.

Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or Bull Terrier? Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier energy level comparison:	Thai Ridgeback dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Chow Chow dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or Bull Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Thai Ridgeback dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Chow Chow dogs exercise need is minimal.	Bull Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or Bull Terrier?	Thai Ridgeback dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Chow Chow dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or Bull Terrier?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Thai Ridgeback has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chow Chow's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Bull Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier coat comparison:	Smooth	Rough	Dense Smooth
Colors What are the original Thai Ridgeback, Chow Chow and Bull Terrier color?	Black Red Blue White Brown Brindle	Black Red Blue Cream Cinnamon	Black White Brown Brindle Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or Bull Terrier? Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Thai Ridgeback requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or Bull Terrier? Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or {name3 shedding:	Thai Ridgeback dogs shed moderately. See more.	Chow Chow dogs shed above average. See more.	Bull Terrier 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: Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or Bull Terrier?	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 Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier 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, Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Thai Ridgeback has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Thai Ridgeback is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chow Chow is an average drooler. See more.	The Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Thai Ridgeback dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Chow Chow dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Bull Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or Bull Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Thai Ridgeback dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Bull Terrier 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 Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or Bull Terrier?	Thai Ridgeback dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or Bull Terrier?	Thai Ridgeback dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Bull Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or Bull Terrier?	Thai Ridgeback dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not dog-friendly.	Bull Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier?	No Thai Ridgeback dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Chow Chow dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Thai Ridgeback is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Chow Chow is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Thai Ridgebacks are usually recommended for elderly people.	Chow Chows are not the best breed for elderly people.	Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier 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: Thai Ridgeback or Chow Chow or Bull Terrier? 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.
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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: Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier?	Not really Thai Ridgeback breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chow Chow breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bull Terrier 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier 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 Thai Ridgeback and Chow Chow and Bull Terrier have?	4-5 puppies	3-6 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 5
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Thai Ridgeback vs Chow Chow vs Bull Terrier 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 1903 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type - Hunting Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	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 United Kennel Club

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