A Detailed Comparison of the Beaglier and the Japanese Chin.

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Beaglier Versus Japanese Chin: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Beaglier and the Japanese Chin? 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 Beaglier and the Japanese Chin 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 Beaglier and the Japanese Chin.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Beaglier and the Japanese Chin 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 Beaglier and for the Japanese Chin. 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 Beaglier and the Japanese Chin.

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

Beaglier versus Japanese Chin: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Beaglier belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Japanese Chin 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.

Beaglier versus Japanese Chin: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Beaglier to the Japanese Chin 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 Beaglier and the Japanese Chin

Factor Beaglier Japanese Chin
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 10 to 14 years
Weight 10 to 20 pounds 4 to 9 pounds
Height 12 to 16 inches 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 3/5
General Health 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 5/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 12.0 years
Average Price $1780 $2110
Price Range $1500 – $1769 $1800 – $2425
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination, minimum age 3 years
  • Gangliosidosis (GM2)
  • Patellar Luxation
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Beaglier 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 Japanese Chin. 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 Beaglier is 81 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Japanese Chin is 84 out of 125.

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

    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 Beaglier and the Japanese Chin so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Beaglier and the Japanese Chin

    Below is a list of where the Beaglier and the Japanese Chin are most different:

    • Beagliers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Japanese Chins do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    The Similarities Between the Beaglier and the Japanese Chin

    The Beaglier and the Japanese Chin are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Beaglier and the Japanese Chin are most similar:

    • Both the Beaglier and the Japanese Chin do not like to be left alone.
    • Both the Beaglier and the Japanese Chin do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Beaglier and the Japanese Chin cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
    • Both the Beaglier and the Japanese Chin have the tendency to develop certain health problems.
    • Both the Beaglier and the Japanese Chin are not easy to train.
    • Both the Beaglier and the Japanese Chin are good for new dog owners.
    • Both the Beaglier and the Japanese Chin 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 Beaglier and the Japanese Chin are very easy to groom.
    • Both the Beaglier and the Japanese Chin are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Beaglier and the Japanese Chin are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Beaglier and the Japanese Chin adapt well to apartment living.
    • Both the Beaglier and the Japanese Chin are very friendly towards strangers.
    • Both the Beaglier and the Japanese Chin are very playful.

    Size Comparison of Beaglier versus Japanese Chin

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Beaglier and the Japanese Chin.

    Beagliers weigh 10 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Beagliers are 12 to 16 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Japanese Chins weigh 4 to 9 pounds when fully grown. Japanese Chins are 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Beaglier versus Japanese Chin

    The lifespan of Beagliers is between 10 to 15 years . The average lifespan of Beagliers is 12.5 years.

    The lifespan of Japanese Chins is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Japanese Chins is 12.0 years.

    Beagliers live longer than Japanese Chins.

    Price of Beaglier versus Price of Japanese Chin

    The average price of the Beaglier puppy is $1780. The price of the Beaglier typically ranges from $1500 – $1769. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 9 Beaglier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Japanese Chin puppy is $2110. The price of the Japanese Chin typically ranges from $1800 – $2425. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 32 Japanese Chin puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Japanese Chin is more expensive than the Beaglier.

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Beaglier and Japanese Chin. For different price points, the charts show how many Beaglier puppies or how many Japanese Chin puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Beagliers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Beagliers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Japanese Chins

    A breakdown of the prices of Japanese Chins

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Beaglier puppy or the Japanese Chin puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Beaglier versus Japanese Chin

    Beagliers do not like to be left alone.

    Japanese Chins do not like to be left alone.

    Do Beagliers shed more than Japanese Chins?

    Beagliers shed moderately.

    Japanese Chins shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Beaglier or the Japanese Chin

    Beagliers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Japanese Chins do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Beaglier or the Japanese Chin?

    Beagliers are very easy to groom.

    Japanese Chins are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Beaglier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Chin?

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

    Japanese Chins have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Beagliers Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Chins?

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

    Japanese Chins bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Beagliers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Chins Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Japanese Chins can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Beaglier vs. Japanese Chin

    Beagliers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

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

    Can Beagliers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Chins Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Japanese Chins cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Beaglier or the Japanese Chin?

    Beagliers get along very well with other dogs.

    Japanese Chins get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Beagliers good family dogs? What about Japanese Chins?

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

    Japanese Chins are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Beagliers and Japanese Chins?

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

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

    Is the Beaglier Easier to Train than the Japanese Chin?

    Beagliers are not easy to train.

    Japanese Chins are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Beaglier Better for Apartment Owners than the Japanese Chin?

    Beagliers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Japanese Chins adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Beaglier or the Japanese Chin?

    Beagliers are very good for new dog owners.

    Japanese Chins are very good for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Beaglier versus Japanese Chin. 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 Beaglier and the Japanese Chin better suits you and your family.