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Name	Doberman Pinscher	Whippet	Chihuahua
Origins	Germany	England	Mexico
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	16	61	32
Reviews	16	2	16
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie	Snap Dog English Whippet	Csivava Chihuahueño
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Doberman Pinscher or Whippet or Chihuahua? Which is the smallest dog, Doberman Pinscher or Whippet or Chihuahua?	Medium	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Doberman Pinscher or Whippet or Whippet? Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua weight comparison:	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	2-6 pounds (1-3 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	4 pounds (2 kg)
Height Which is taller, Doberman Pinscher or Whippet or Chihuahua? Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)	6-9 inches (15-23 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	7.5 inches (19 cm)

Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Doberman Pinscher or Whippet or Chihuahua? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$800-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Doberman Pinscher or Whippet or Chihuahua?	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get.

Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua intelligence:	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua trainability comparison.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Doberman Pinscher or Whippet or Chihuahua?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Doberman Pinscher or Whippet or Chihuahua? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Doberman Pinscher or Whippet or Chihuahua? Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet	Alert Courageous Intelligent Quick Devoted Lively
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Chihuahua 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: Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua?	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua social needs comparison:	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua playfulness comparison:	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua?	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.	A lot: Chihuahua 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 Doberman Pinscher or Whippet or Chihuahua?	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Chihuahua dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Doberman Pinscher or Whippet or Chihuahua?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Chihuahua dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua health comparison. Which is the healthier: Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua?	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy	Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease	Collapsed Trachea Heart Murmurs Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Pulmonic Stenosis Hydrocephalus Hypoglycemia Shivering
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua lifespan comparison. How long do Doberman Pinscher, Whippet and Chihuahua breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Doberman Pinscher or Whippet or Chihuahua?	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua coat comparison:	Fine	Fine Short Close in texture	Fine
Colors What are the original Doberman Pinscher, Whippet and Chihuahua color?	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn	Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Doberman Pinscher or Whippet or Chihuahua? Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Doberman Pinscher or Whippet or Chihuahua? Doberman Pinscher or Whippet or {name3 shedding:	Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.	Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Doberman Pinscher or Whippet or Chihuahua?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua?	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua Good With Comparison

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

Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua 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: Doberman Pinscher or Whippet or Chihuahua? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua?	Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chihuahua 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.

Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua 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 Doberman Pinscher and Whippet and Chihuahua have?	6-10 puppies	4-8 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Doberman Pinscher vs Whippet vs Chihuahua Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno 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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale 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 Canadian Canine Registry	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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