Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin

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

Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin
Chihuahua
Japanese Chin
Chihuahua
Japanese Chin
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General Details
Chihuahua
Japanese Chin
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
15-20 Years
10-12 Years
Height
6-9 Inches
8-11 Inches
Weight
3-6 Pounds
4-9 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Chihuahua
Japanese Chin
Origin Country
Mexico
China
Origin Year
1850 AD
700 AD
Temperament
Chihuahua
Japanese Chin
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Chihuahua
Japanese Chin
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Chihuahua
Japanese Chin
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Chihuahua
Japanese Chin
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
12 MPH
Strength
Low
Low
Grooming Needs
Chihuahua
Japanese Chin
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low to Medium
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chihuahua
Japanese Chin
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Chihuahua
Japanese Chin
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Chihuahua
Japanese Chin
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
None
Follow Commands
Below Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Average
None
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chihuahua
Japanese Chin
Average Lifespan
15-20 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Chihuahua
Japanese Chin
Common Health Issues
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Heart murmurs
Open fontanel
Collapsed trachea
Luxating patella
Pulmonic stenosis
Hypoglycemia
Hydrocephalus
Shivering
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Obesity
Dental problems
Respiratory problems
Entropion
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Heart murmurs
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Heart problems
Eye problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chihuahua
Japanese Chin
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Chihuahua
Japanese Chin
Breed Colors
Black
Black and Tan
Black and White
Blue
Chocolate
Chocolate Brindled Fawn
Cream
Fawn
Gold
Red
Silver
Silver and White
White
Black and White
Black, White, and Tan
Lemon and White
Red and White
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