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Chihuahua vs Chinese Crested vs Toy Fox Pinscher Comparison - Dog breed selector: Csivava or Crested or Toy Foxy Min Pin? Find the right dog for you

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Name Chihuahua Chinese Crested Toy Fox Pinscher
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher breeds.
Csivava
Chihuahueño
Crested
Puff
Chinese Crested
Toy Foxy Min Pin
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Chihuahua vs Chinese Crested vs Toy Fox Pinscher Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher? Compare adult weight ranges.
2-6 pounds (1-3 kg) 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg) Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 8-9 pounds (about 4 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
4 pounds (2 kg) 8 pounds (4 kg) Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8.5 pounds (about 4 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Chihuahua or Chinese Crested or Toy Fox Pinscher? Chihuahua vs Chinese Crested vs Toy Fox Pinscher height comparison:
6-9 inches (15-23 cm) 10-13 inches (21-33 cm) Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
7.5 inches (19 cm) 11.5 inches (29 cm) Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Chihuahua vs Chinese Crested vs Toy Fox Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $800-$1000 Unknown
Availability
Which is easier to get, Chihuahua or Chinese Crested or Toy Fox Pinscher?
Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Chinese Crested is quite easy to get.
Average: The Toy Fox Pinscher is a commonly available dog breed.

Chihuahua vs Chinese Crested vs Toy Fox Pinscher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which breed ranks highest?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which is easiest to train?
Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train.
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Chinese Crested dogs are easy to train.
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Toy Fox Pinscher dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which breed is most alert?
Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs.
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Chinese Crested dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Toy Fox Pinscher dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which breed is most protective?
Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Chinese Crested dogs are average defenders.
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Toy Fox Pinscher dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Chihuahua vs Chinese Crested vs Toy Fox Pinscher Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher? Compare temperaments.
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Playful
Happy
Alert
Affectionate
Lively
Tempered
Sweet
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Loyal
Spirited
Clever
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Chihuahua dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Chinese Crested dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Toy Fox Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Chihuahua vs Chinese Crested vs Toy Fox Pinscher?
High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Chinese Crested dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Toy Fox Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Chihuahua vs Chinese Crested vs Toy Fox Pinscher social needs comparison:
Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Chinese Crested dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Toy Fox Pinscher dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Chinese Crested dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Toy Fox Pinscher dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Chihuahua 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.
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Chinese Crested dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Toy Fox Pinscher dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Chihuahua vs Chinese Crested vs Toy Fox Pinscher Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which breed is most vocal?
A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Chinese Crested rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Toy Fox Pinscher is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Chinese Cresteds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Toy Fox Pinscher is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Chinese Crested breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Toy Fox Pinscher breed.

Chihuahua vs Chinese Crested vs Toy Fox Pinscher Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which breed is most flexible?
Chihuahua dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Chinese Crested dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Toy Fox Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Chihuahua or Chinese Crested or Toy Fox Pinscher?
Chihuahua dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Chinese Crested dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Toy Fox Pinscher dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Chihuahua vs Chinese Crested vs Toy Fox Pinscher Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Chihuahua has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Chinese Crested has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Toy Fox Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which uses mouth most during play?
Chihuahua dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Chinese Crested dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Toy Fox Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Chihuahua bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Chinese Crested bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Toy Fox Pinscher bite force: Weak.

Chihuahua vs Chinese Crested vs Toy Fox Pinscher Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which breed lives longest?
14-18 years
The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Chinese Crested: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Toy Fox Pinscher: 13 years

12-14 years
The average lifespan of Toy Fox Pinscher: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which has fewer health issues?
Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.
The Chinese Crested is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Toy Fox Pinscher is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Chinese Crested should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Toy Fox Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Chihuahua vs Chinese Crested vs Toy Fox Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Chihuahua vs Chinese Crested vs Toy Fox Pinscher health problems comparison:
Collapsed Trachea
Heart Murmurs
Open Fontanel
Patellar Luxation
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hydrocephalus
Hypoglycemia
Shivering
Epilepsy
Deafness
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Loose Teeth
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Epilepsy
Demodectic Mange

Chihuahua vs Chinese Crested vs Toy Fox Pinscher Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which breed is most active?
Chihuahua dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Chinese Crested dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Toy Fox Pinscher dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Chihuahua vs Chinese Crested vs Toy Fox Pinscher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Chihuahua or Chinese Crested or Toy Fox Pinscher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Chinese Crested dogs exercise need is minimal.
Toy Fox Pinscher dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Chihuahua or Chinese Crested or Toy Fox Pinscher?
Chihuahua dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Chinese Crested dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Toy Fox Pinscher dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Chihuahua vs Chinese Crested vs Toy Fox Pinscher Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Chinese Crested has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Toy Fox Pinscher's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which needs most food?
Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day. 1/4 to 1 cup 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.

Chihuahua vs Chinese Crested vs Toy Fox Pinscher Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Red
Cream
Fawn
Chocolate
Black
Blue
Cream
White
Chocolate
Palomino
Apricot
Slate
Black
Tan
Red
White
Chocolate
Rust
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Chinese Crested requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Toy Fox Pinscher requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which drools least?
The Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Chinese Crested is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Toy Fox Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which has least natural smell?

High 🔼

The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Chinese Crested has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Toy Fox Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Silky
Thick
Double
Hairless
Dense
Rough
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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1-2 weeks
Very frequent. This breed has famously high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 1-2 weeks.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Chihuahua or Chinese Crested or Toy Fox Pinscher? Chihuahua or Chinese Crested or {name3 shedding:
Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal.
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Chinese Crested dogs shed none to minimal.
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Toy Fox Pinscher dogs shed moderately.
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Chihuahua vs Chinese Crested vs Toy Fox Pinscher Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which is best with kids?
Chihuahua dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Chinese Crested dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Toy Fox Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Chihuahua dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Chinese Crested dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Toy Fox Pinscher dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Chihuahua or Chinese Crested or Toy Fox Pinscher? Which dog is more friendly?
Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Chinese Crested dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Toy Fox Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Chihuahua or Chinese Crested or Toy Fox Pinscher?
Chihuahua dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Chinese Crested dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Toy Fox Pinscher dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Chihuahua or Chinese Crested or Toy Fox Pinscher?
Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Chinese Crested dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Toy Fox Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Chihuahua vs Chinese Crested vs Toy Fox Pinscher?
Yes
Chihuahua dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Chinese Crested dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Toy Fox Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Chihuahua is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Chinese Crested is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Toy Fox Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Chihuahuas are not recommended for elderly people.
Chinese Cresteds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Toy Fox Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.

Chihuahua vs Chinese Crested vs Toy Fox Pinscher As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Chihuahua breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Chinese Crested breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Toy Fox Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which has most military use?

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.

Chihuahua vs Chinese Crested vs Toy Fox Pinscher Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which has most puppies?
2-4 puppies 2-5 puppies 2-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Chihuahua vs Chinese Crested vs Toy Fox Pinscher Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Toy breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno section. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Toy Fox Pinscher. Which has most recognition?
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
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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
International Designer Canine Registry

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