Japanese Chin vs Portuguese Water Dog

Compare the Japanese Chin to the Portuguese Water Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Japanese Chins and Portuguese Water Dogs.

Japanese Chin vs Portuguese Water Dog
Japanese Chin
Portuguese Water Dog
Japanese Chin
Portuguese Water Dog
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General Details
Japanese Chin
Portuguese Water Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-14 Years
Height
8-11 Inches
17-22 Inches
Weight
4-9 Pounds
35-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Japanese Chin
Portuguese Water Dog
Origin Country
China
Portugal
Origin Year
700 AD
1297 AD
Temperament
Japanese Chin
Portuguese Water Dog
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Japanese Chin
Portuguese Water Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Japanese Chin
Portuguese Water Dog
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Japanese Chin
Portuguese Water Dog
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Low to Medium
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
12 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Low
High
Grooming Needs
Japanese Chin
Portuguese Water Dog
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium to High
Shedding
Low to Medium
None
Dander
Low
None to Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Japanese Chin
Portuguese Water Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Japanese Chin
Portuguese Water Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Japanese Chin
Portuguese Water Dog
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
None
Below Average
Follow Commands
None
Below Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
None
None
Hunting
None
Below Average
Protection
None
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Japanese Chin
Portuguese Water Dog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Japanese Chin
Portuguese Water Dog
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Heart murmurs
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Heart problems
Eye problems
Addison's disease
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Ectropion
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Irritable bowel syndrome
Gangliosidosis
Hair Loss
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Japanese Chin
Portuguese Water Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Curly
Single
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Japanese Chin
Portuguese Water Dog
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
Black, White, and Tan
Black, White, and Tan
Lemon and White
Lemon and White
Red and White
Red and White
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Brown
Brown
Brown and White
Brown and White
White
White
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