Dachshund vs Shiba Inu

Compare the Dachshund to the Shiba Inu. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Dachshunds and Shiba Inus.

Dachshund vs Shiba Inu
Dachshund
Shiba Inu
Dachshund
Shiba Inu
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General Details
Dachshund
Shiba Inu
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-16 Years
12-16 Years
Height
5-11 Inches
13-17 Inches
Weight
11-32 Pounds
15-23 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Dachshund
Shiba Inu
Origin Country
Germany
Japan
Origin Year
1400 AD
-300 BC
Temperament
Dachshund
Shiba Inu
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Dachshund
Shiba Inu
Traits
Aggressive
Jealous
Needy
Protective
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Dachshund
Shiba Inu
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Dachshund
Shiba Inu
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
17 MPH
17 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low
Grooming Needs
Dachshund
Shiba Inu
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Dachshund
Shiba Inu
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Dachshund
Shiba Inu
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Dachshund
Shiba Inu
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Dachshund
Shiba Inu
Average Lifespan
12-16 Years
12-16 Years
Health Concerns
Dachshund
Shiba Inu
Common Health Issues
Cushing's syndrome
Bloat
Cancer
Mitral valve disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Canine diabetes mellitus
Deafness
Narcolepsy
Baldness
Intervertebral disc disease
Acanthosis nigricans
Lymphocytic thyroiditis
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Glaucoma
Spinning
Chylothorax
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Dachshund
Shiba Inu
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Long
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Dachshund
Shiba Inu
Breed Colors
Black
Black and Cream
Black and Tan
Blue and Cream
Blue and Tan
Chocolate
Chocolate and Cream
Chocolate and Tan
Cream
Fawn
Fawn and Cream
Fawn and Tan
Red
Wheaten
Black and Tan
Cream
Red
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