Which is Better Between the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested?

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Appenzeller Sennenhunde Versus Chinese Crested: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested? 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 Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested 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 Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested 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 Appenzeller Sennenhunde and for the Chinese Crested. 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 Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested.

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

Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus Chinese Crested: Overview

A very important difference between the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Appenzeller Sennenhunde is a medium-sized dog while the Chinese Crested is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

On the other hand, the Chinese Crested belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus Chinese Crested: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Appenzeller Sennenhunde to the Chinese Crested 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 Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested

Factor Appenzeller Sennenhunde Chinese Crested
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 19 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 3/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Weight 48 to 55 pounds Up to 12 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 4/5
Life Span 9 to 12 years 10 to 14 years
Average Lifespan 10.5 years 12.0 years
Price Range No Data $1000 – $1800
Average Price No Data $1500
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination- Yearly Exams Recommended
  • Hip Dysplasia/Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation
  • prcd-PRA DNA Test
  • Primary Lens Luxation
  • RCD3-PRA DNA Test
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Appenzeller Sennenhunde 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 Chinese Crested. 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 Appenzeller Sennenhunde is 77 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Chinese Crested is 87 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chinese Crested is a better pet than the Appenzeller Sennenhunde. So, you should get the Chinese Crested!

    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 Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested

    Below is a list of where the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested are most different:

    • Appenzeller Sennenhundes do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Chinese Cresteds adapt well to apartment living.
    • Appenzeller Sennenhundes do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful. However, Chinese Cresteds do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
    • Appenzeller Sennenhundes can tolerate cold weather. However, Chinese Cresteds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
    • Appenzeller Sennenhundes are very easy to groom. However, Chinese Cresteds require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
    • Appenzeller Sennenhundes require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise. However, Chinese Cresteds have low exercise needs.

    The Similarities Between the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested

    The Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested are most similar:

    • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested do not like to be left alone.
    • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested can tolerate hot weather.
    • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested are very easy to train.
    • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested are very playful.
    • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
    • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested are prone to nip and chew at things.

    Size Comparison of Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus Chinese Crested

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested.

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes weigh 48 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Appenzeller Sennenhundes are 19 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Chinese Cresteds weigh Up to 12 pounds when fully grown. Chinese Cresteds are 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus Chinese Crested

    The lifespan of Appenzeller Sennenhundes is between 9 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Appenzeller Sennenhundes is 10.5 years.

    The lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is 12.0 years.

    Chinese Cresteds live longer than Appenzeller Sennenhundes.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus Chinese Crested

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes do not like to be left alone.

    Chinese Cresteds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Appenzeller Sennenhundes shed more than Chinese Cresteds?

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde or the Chinese Crested

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Chinese Cresteds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde or the Chinese Crested?

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes are very easy to groom.

    Chinese Cresteds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Appenzeller Sennenhunde Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Chinese Crested?

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Chinese Cresteds have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Appenzeller Sennenhundes Bark and Howl? What about Chinese Cresteds?

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

    Chinese Cresteds bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Appenzeller Sennenhundes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Chinese Cresteds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Appenzeller Sennenhunde vs. Chinese Crested

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

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

    Can Appenzeller Sennenhundes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes can tolerate hot weather.

    Chinese Cresteds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde or the Chinese Crested?

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Chinese Cresteds get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Appenzeller Sennenhundes good family dogs? What about Chinese Cresteds?

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Chinese Cresteds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Appenzeller Sennenhundes and Chinese Cresteds?

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Chinese Cresteds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Appenzeller Sennenhunde Easier to Train than the Chinese Crested?

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes are very easy to train.

    Chinese Cresteds are very easy to train.

    Is the Appenzeller Sennenhunde Better for Apartment Owners than the Chinese Crested?

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Chinese Cresteds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde or the Chinese Crested?

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes are OK for new dog owners.

    Chinese Cresteds are OK for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus Chinese Crested. 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 Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Chinese Crested better suits you and your family.