Which is Better Between the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Shiranian?

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Appenzeller Sennenhunde Versus Shiranian: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Shiranian 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 Shiranian. 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 Shiranian.

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 Shiranian.

Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus Shiranian: Overview

A very important difference between the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Shiranian is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Appenzeller Sennenhunde is a medium-sized dog while the Shiranian 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 Shiranian belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus Shiranian: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Appenzeller Sennenhunde to the Shiranian 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 Shiranian

Factor Appenzeller Sennenhunde Shiranian
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Height 19 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder 7 to 12 inches
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 1/5
General Health 4/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Weight 48 to 55 pounds 4 to 16 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 1/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 4/5
Life Span 9 to 12 years 12 to 16 years
Average Lifespan 10.5 years 14.0 years
Price Range No Data $1000 – $1350
Average Price No Data $1270
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 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 Shiranian. 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 Shiranian is 84 out of 125.

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

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 Shiranian 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 Shiranian

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

  • Appenzeller Sennenhundes do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Shiranians adapt well to apartment living.
  • Appenzeller Sennenhundes can tolerate hot weather. However, Shiranians cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Appenzeller Sennenhundes can tolerate cold weather. However, Shiranians cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Appenzeller Sennenhundes are very easy to groom. However, Shiranians require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Appenzeller Sennenhundes are prone to nip and chew at things. However, Shiranians are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Appenzeller Sennenhundes are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Shiranians are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Appenzeller Sennenhundes require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise. However, Shiranians have low exercise needs.

The Similarities Between the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Shiranian

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

  • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Shiranian do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Shiranian do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Shiranian are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Shiranian do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Shiranian are very playful.
  • Both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the Shiranian are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

Size Comparison of Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus Shiranian

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

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, Shiranians weigh 4 to 16 pounds when fully grown. Shiranians are 7 to 12 inches when fully grown.

Lifespan of Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus Shiranian

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

The lifespan of Shiranians is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Shiranians is 14.0 years.

Shiranians live longer than Appenzeller Sennenhundes.

Tolerates Being Alone: Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus Shiranian

Appenzeller Sennenhundes do not like to be left alone.

Shiranians do not like to be left alone.

Do Appenzeller Sennenhundes shed more than Shiranians?

Appenzeller Sennenhundes shed moderately.

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

Which one drools more, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde or the Shiranian

Appenzeller Sennenhundes do have a very low tendency to drool.

Shiranians do have a very low tendency to drool.

Which is Easier to Groom, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde or the Shiranian?

Appenzeller Sennenhundes are very easy to groom.

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

Does the Appenzeller Sennenhunde Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shiranian?

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

Shiranians 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 Appenzeller Sennenhundes Bark and Howl? What about Shiranians?

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

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

Can Appenzeller Sennenhundes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shiranians Tolerate Cold Weather?

Appenzeller Sennenhundes can very well tolerate cold weather.

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

Wanderlust Potential: Appenzeller Sennenhunde vs. Shiranian

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

Shiranians 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 Shiranians Tolerate Hot Weather?

Appenzeller Sennenhundes can tolerate hot weather.

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

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

Appenzeller Sennenhundes get along fairly well with other dogs.

Shiranians get along fairly well with other dogs.

Are Appenzeller Sennenhundes good family dogs? What about Shiranians?

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

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

How Kid-friendly are Appenzeller Sennenhundes and Shiranians?

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

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

Is the Appenzeller Sennenhunde Easier to Train than the Shiranian?

Appenzeller Sennenhundes are very easy to train.

Shiranians are not easy to train.

Is the Appenzeller Sennenhunde Better for Apartment Owners than the Shiranian?

Appenzeller Sennenhundes do not adapt well to apartment living.

Shiranians adapt very well to apartment living.

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

Appenzeller Sennenhundes are OK for new dog owners.

Shiranians are very good for new dog owners.

Conclusion: Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus Shiranian. 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 Shiranian better suits you and your family.