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Name	Chow Chow	Azawakh	Finnish Spitz
Origins	China	Mali	Finland
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chowdren Chow	Bareeru Hanshee Oska Rawondu Tuareg Sloughi Wulo Idi	Finnish Hunting Dog Finnish Spets Finsk Spets Loulou Finois Suomalainen Pystykorva Suomenpystykorva Barking Bird Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Chow Chow or Azawakh or Finnish Spitz? Which is the smallest dog, Chow Chow or Azawakh or Finnish Spitz?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Chow Chow or Azawakh or Azawakh? Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz weight comparison:	45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	Male: 44–55 pounds (20–25 kg), Female: 33–44 pounds (15–20 kg)	31-35 pounds (14-16 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 44–55 pounds (20–25 kg), Female: 33–44 pounds (15–20 kg)	33 pounds (15 kg)
Height Which is taller, Chow Chow or Azawakh or Finnish Spitz? Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz height comparison:	Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 25–29 inches (64–74 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm)	15-20 inches (38-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	20 inches (51 cm)	Male: 25–29 inches (64–74 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm)	17.5 inches (44.5 cm)

Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Chow Chow or Azawakh or Finnish Spitz? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$600-$800	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Chow Chow or Azawakh or Finnish Spitz?	Very frequent: The Chow Chow is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Finnish Spitz is easier than average to get.

Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz intelligence:	Low: The Chow Chow is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Azawakh dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Chow Chow or Azawakh or Finnish Spitz?	Chow Chow dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Azawakh dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Chow Chow or Azawakh or Finnish Spitz? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Chow Chow dogs are average defenders. See more.	Azawakh dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Chow Chow or Azawakh or Finnish Spitz? Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz behavior/temperament comparison:	Aloof Independent Protective Intelligent Loyal Quiet Detached	Aloof Affectionate Loyal Attentive Refined Fierce Rugged	Playful Independent Happy Intelligent Loyal Vocal
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Chow Chow dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Azawakh dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Finnish Spitz 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: Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz?	Slightly Below Average: Chow Chow dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Azawakh dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Finnish Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz social needs comparison:	Chow Chow dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Azawakh dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Chow Chow dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Azawakh dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Spitz is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Chow Chow dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Azawakh dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Finnish Spitz 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

Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz playfulness comparison:	Chow Chows are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Azawakhs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Finnish Spitz is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz?	Low: The Chow Chow barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Azawakh rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Finnish Spitz is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Chow Chow or Azawakh or Finnish Spitz?	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.	Very house-friendly dog the Azawakh breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Finnish Spitz breed.
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Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Chow Chow dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Azawakh dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Finnish Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Chow Chow or Azawakh or Finnish Spitz?	Chow Chow dogs handle alone time quite well.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Finnish Spitz 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.

Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz health comparison. Which is the healthier: Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz?	The Chow Chow is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Azawakh is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Finnish Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Ectropion	Hypothyroidism Bloat Heart Problems Skin Allergies Anesthesia Sensitivity Autoimmune Thyroiditis Eosinophilic Myositus Idiopathic Epilepsy Lacerations Seizures Wobbler's Syndrome	Eye Problems Joint Problems Epilepsy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Chow Chow should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Azawakh should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Finnish Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz lifespan comparison. How long do Chow Chow, Azawakh and Finnish Spitz breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Chow Chow: 14 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Azawakh: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Finnish Spitz: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz?	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.	Prefers cold weather The Finnish Spitz can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Chow Chow or Azawakh or Finnish Spitz?	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	2 to 2.5 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? Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chow Chow's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Azawakh has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Finnish Spitz has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz coat comparison:	Rough	Smooth	Dense Thick Double
Colors What are the original Chow Chow, Azawakh and Finnish Spitz color?	Black Red Blue Cream Cinnamon	Black Gray Blue White Brown Brindle Golden	Red Gold
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Chow Chow or Azawakh or Finnish Spitz? Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Azawakh requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Finnish Spitz requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Chow Chow or Azawakh or Finnish Spitz? Chow Chow or Azawakh or {name3 shedding:	Chow Chow dogs shed above average. See more.	Azawakh dogs shed moderately. See more.	Finnish Spitz 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: Chow Chow or Azawakh or Finnish Spitz?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz 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, Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz?	Medium ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Azawakh has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Finnish Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Chow Chow is an average drooler. See more.	The Azawakh is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Finnish Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz Good With Comparison

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

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

Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz 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 Chow Chow and Azawakh and Finnish Spitz have?	3-6 puppies	4-6 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Chow Chow vs Azawakh vs Finnish Spitz Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1903 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	No data available	American Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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