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Name	Shar-Pei	Miniature Shar Pei	Japanese Chin
Origins	China	China	Japan
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chinese Fighting Dog	Mini Pei Miniature Chinese Shar-Pei Mini Shar Pei	Japanese Spaniel Chin
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shar-Pei or Miniature Shar Pei or Japanese Chin? Which is the smallest dog, Shar-Pei or Miniature Shar Pei or Japanese Chin?	Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Shar-Pei or Miniature Shar Pei or Miniature Shar Pei? Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin weight comparison:	40-55 pounds (18- 25 kg)	25-40 pounds (11-18 kg)	4-15 pounds (2-7 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	47.5 pounds (18- 25 kg)	32.5 pounds (14.5 kg)	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shar-Pei or Miniature Shar Pei or Japanese Chin? Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin height comparison:	18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	17 inches and under (43 cm)	7-11 inches (18-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	19 inches (48.5 cm)	17 inches and under (43 cm)	9 inches (23 cm)

Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shar-Pei or Miniature Shar Pei or Japanese Chin? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$1500-$2000	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Shar-Pei or Miniature Shar Pei or Japanese Chin?	Very frequent: The Shar-Pei is quite easy to get.	Average: The Miniature Shar Pei is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Japanese Chin is easier than average to get.

Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Miniature Shar Pei dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin trainability comparison.	Shar-Pei dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Japanese Chin 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: Shar-Pei or Miniature Shar Pei or Japanese Chin?	Shar-Pei dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shar-Pei or Miniature Shar Pei or Japanese Chin? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Shar-Pei dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shar-Pei or Miniature Shar Pei or Japanese Chin? Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Independent Affectionate Devoted Reserved Suspicious	Playful Independent Alert Confident Affectionate Adaptable Calm	Playful Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Loyal
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Shar-Pei dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin?	Slightly Below Average: Shar-Pei dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Miniature Shar Pei dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Japanese Chin dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin social needs comparison:	Shar-Pei dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs are a social breed. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Shar-Pei dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Shar-Pei 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.	Miniature Shar Pei 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.	Japanese Chin dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin playfulness comparison:	Average: Shar-Peis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Miniature Shar Peis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Japanese Chins, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin?	Low: The Shar-Pei barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Miniature Shar Pei barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Japanese Chin barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Shar-Pei or Miniature Shar Pei or Japanese Chin?	Apartment-friendly dog the Shar-Pei breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Miniature Shar Pei breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Chin breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Shar-Pei dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Miniature Shar Pei dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Japanese Chin dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Shar-Pei or Miniature Shar Pei or Japanese Chin?	Shar-Pei dogs handle alone time quite well.	Miniature Shar Pei 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.	Japanese Chin dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Shar-Pei or Miniature Shar Pei or Japanese Chin?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shar-Pei bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Shar Pei bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Japanese Chin bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Shar-Pei has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Shar Pei has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Japanese Chin has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin mouthiness comparison:	Shar-Pei dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin?	Very healthy dog breed.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Japanese Chin is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Osteochondrosis Dissecans Glaucoma Seborrhea Cutaneous Mucinosis Fever Pyoderma	Allergies Entropion Skin Irritation	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Eye Problems Epilepsy Entropion Heart Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Shar-Pei should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Miniature Shar Pei should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Japanese Chin should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin lifespan comparison. How long do Shar-Pei, Miniature Shar Pei and Japanese Chin breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-10 years The average lifespan of Shar-Pei: 9 years	9-11 years The average lifespan of Miniature Shar Pei: 10 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Japanese Chin: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Miniature Shar Pei can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Shar-Pei or Miniature Shar Pei or Japanese Chin? Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin energy level comparison:	Shar-Pei dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Japanese Chin dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shar-Pei or Miniature Shar Pei or Japanese Chin? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Shar-Pei dogs exercise need is minimal.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs exercise need is minimal.	Japanese Chin dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Shar-Pei or Miniature Shar Pei or Japanese Chin?	Shar-Pei dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Japanese Chin dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shar-Pei or Miniature Shar Pei or Japanese Chin?	2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shar-Pei's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Shar Pei's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Japanese Chin has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin coat comparison:	Dense	Harsh Prickly	Feathered
Colors What are the original Shar-Pei, Miniature Shar Pei and Japanese Chin color?	Black Red Blue Cream Brown Fawn Apricot	Black Red Blue Cream Brown Fawn Apricot	Black White Sable Lemon
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shar-Pei or Miniature Shar Pei or Japanese Chin? Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin grooming comparison:	Average: The Shar-Pei requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Miniature Shar Pei requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Japanese Chin requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shar-Pei or Miniature Shar Pei or Japanese Chin? Shar-Pei or Miniature Shar Pei or {name3 shedding:	Shar-Pei dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Shar-Pei or Miniature Shar Pei or Japanese Chin?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin 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, Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin?	High 🔼 The Shar-Pei has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Shar Pei has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Japanese Chin has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Shar-Pei is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Miniature Shar Pei 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 Japanese Chin is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin Good With Comparison

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

Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	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: Shar-Pei or Miniature Shar Pei or Japanese Chin? 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: Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin?	Not really Shar-Pei breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Shar Pei breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Japanese Chin breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes 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.

Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Shar-Pei and Miniature Shar Pei and Japanese Chin have?	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies	1-3 puppies
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Shar-Pei vs Miniature Shar Pei vs Japanese Chin Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Japan Chin and Pekingese section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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