Breed Comparison: Affenhuahua Versus Shichon

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Affenhuahua Versus Shichon: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Affenhuahua and the Shichon? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Affenhuahua and the Shichon better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Affenhuahua and the Shichon.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Affenhuahua and the Shichon is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Affenhuahua and for the Shichon. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Affenhuahua and the Shichon.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Affenhuahua or the Shichon.

Affenhuahua versus Shichon: Overview

A very important difference between the Affenhuahua and the Shichon is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Affenhuahua is a tiny-sized dog while the Shichon is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, both the Affenhuahua and the Shichon are Mixed Breed Dogs. This means both the Affenhuahua and the Shichon are not purebred dogs.

Affenhuahua versus Shichon: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Affenhuahua to the Shichon based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Affenhuahua and the Shichon

Factor Affenhuahua Shichon
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 13 to 18 years 12 to 18 years
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Weight 4 to 12 pounds 9 to 15 pounds
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 3/5
Height 6 to 12 inches 9 to 12 inches
Average Lifespan 15.5 years 15.0 years
Price Range No Data $1200 – $2000
Average Price No Data $1610
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Affenhuahua in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Shichon. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

The Better-Pet score for the Affenhuahua is 74 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Shichon is 95 out of 125.

Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Shichon is a better pet than the Affenhuahua. So, you should get the Shichon!

Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Affenhuahua and the Shichon so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Affenhuahua and the Shichon

Below is a list of where the Affenhuahua and the Shichon are most different:

  • Affenhuahuas are prone to nip and chew at things. However, Shichons are not prone to nip and chew at things.

The Similarities Between the Affenhuahua and the Shichon

The Affenhuahua and the Shichon are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Affenhuahua and the Shichon are most similar:

  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Shichon do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Shichon do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Shichon cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Shichon do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Shichon have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Shichon do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Shichon adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Shichon are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Shichon are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Shichon are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Shichon are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Shichon are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Shichon have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.

Size Comparison of Affenhuahua versus Shichon

Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Affenhuahua and the Shichon.

Affenhuahuas weigh 4 to 12 pounds when fully grown. Affenhuahuas are 6 to 12 inches when fully grown.

On the other hand, Shichons weigh 9 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Shichons are 9 to 12 inches when fully grown.

Lifespan of Affenhuahua versus Shichon

The lifespan of Affenhuahuas is between 13 to 18 years. The average lifespan of Affenhuahuas is 15.5 years.

The lifespan of Shichons is between 12 to 18 years. The average lifespan of Shichons is 15.0 years.

Affenhuahuas live longer than Shichons.

Tolerates Being Alone: Affenhuahua versus Shichon

Affenhuahuas do not like to be left alone.

Shichons do not like to be left alone.

Do Affenhuahuas shed more than Shichons?

Affenhuahuas do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

Shichons do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

Which one drools more, the Affenhuahua or the Shichon

Affenhuahuas do have a very low tendency to drool.

Shichons do have a very low tendency to drool.

Which is Easier to Groom, the Affenhuahua or the Shichon?

Affenhuahuas are very easy to groom.

Shichons are very easy to groom.

Does the Affenhuahua Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shichon?

Affenhuahuas have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

Shichons have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

Do Affenhuahuas Bark and Howl? What about Shichons?

Affenhuahuas are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

Shichons are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

Can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shichons Tolerate Cold Weather?

Affenhuahuas cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

Shichons cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

Wanderlust Potential: Affenhuahua vs. Shichon

Affenhuahuas do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

Shichons do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

Can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shichons Tolerate Hot Weather?

Affenhuahuas can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

Shichons cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Affenhuahua or the Shichon?

Affenhuahuas do not get along well with other dogs.

Shichons get along very well with other dogs.

Are Affenhuahuas good family dogs? What about Shichons?

Affenhuahuas are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

Shichons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

How Kid-friendly are Affenhuahuas and Shichons?

Affenhuahuas get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

Shichons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

Is the Affenhuahua Easier to Train than the Shichon?

Affenhuahuas are fairly easy to train.

Shichons are fairly easy to train.

Is the Affenhuahua Better for Apartment Owners than the Shichon?

Affenhuahuas adapt very well to apartment living.

Shichons adapt very well to apartment living.

Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Affenhuahua or the Shichon?

Affenhuahuas are very good for new dog owners.

Shichons are very good for new dog owners.

Conclusion: Affenhuahua versus Shichon. Which One is a Better Pet?

In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Affenhuahua and the Shichon better suits you and your family.