Bulldog vs Japanese Chin

Compare the Bulldog to the Japanese Chin. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Bulldogs and Japanese Chins.

Bulldog vs Japanese Chin
Bulldog
Japanese Chin
Bulldog
Japanese Chin
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General Details
Bulldog
Japanese Chin
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
8-12 Years
10-12 Years
Height
13-15 Inches
8-11 Inches
Weight
49-55 Pounds
4-9 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Average
History
Bulldog
Japanese Chin
Origin Country
United Kingdom
China
Origin Year
1500 AD
700 AD
Temperament
Bulldog
Japanese Chin
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Bulldog
Japanese Chin
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Bulldog
Japanese Chin
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
55-75 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Bulldog
Japanese Chin
Energy Level
Low
Medium
Exercise Required
Low
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
15 MPH
12 MPH
Strength
High
Low
Grooming Needs
Bulldog
Japanese Chin
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Low to Medium
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
High
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bulldog
Japanese Chin
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Bulldog
Japanese Chin
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Bulldog
Japanese Chin
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
None
Chasing
None
None
Follow Commands
None
None
Fighting
Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
None
None
Hunting
None
None
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bulldog
Japanese Chin
Average Lifespan
8-12 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Bulldog
Japanese Chin
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Dry eye
Reverse sneezing
Demodectic mange
Cherry eye
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Head shakes
Entropion
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Heart murmurs
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Heart problems
Eye problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bulldog
Japanese Chin
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Bulldog
Japanese Chin
Breed Colors
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