Breed Comparison: Chow Chow Versus Dachshund

Chow Chow versus Dachshund

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Chow Chow Versus Dachshund: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chow Chow and the Dachshund? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Chow Chow and the Dachshund 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 Chow Chow and the Dachshund.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chow Chow and the Dachshund 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 Chow Chow and for the Dachshund. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Chow Chow and the Dachshund.

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

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Chow Chow versus Dachshund: Overview

A very important difference between the Chow Chow and the Dachshund is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chow Chow is a large-sized dog while the Dachshund is a tiny-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Chow Chow belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

On the other hand, the Dachshund belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

Chow Chow versus Dachshund: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chow Chow to the Dachshund 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.

Factor Chow Chow Dachshund
Kid-Friendly 1/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 1/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 1/5 3/5
Intelligence 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 1/5 4/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Height 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder 8 inches to 9 inches tall at the shoulder
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 4/5
Easygoing 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 2/5 4/5
General Health 2/5 2/5
Easy To Train 2/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 1/5
Weight 40 to 70 pounds 16 to 32 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 5/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 1/5
Does NOT chew on things 1/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1750 $1730
Price Range $1000 – $2500 $1000 – $2000
Temperament Score 71.7 percent 69.4 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 74 11
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 76 49

    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Chow Chow 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 Dachshund. 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 a Chow Chow is 69 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Dachshund is 69 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Dachshund is not better or worse than the Chow Chow. So, you can get the Dachshund or the Chow Chow!

    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 Chow Chow and the Dachshund so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

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    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chow Chow and the Dachshund

    Below is a list of where the Chow Chow and the Dachshund are most different:

  • Chow Chows do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly. However, Dachshunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Chow Chows not very intelligent. However, Dachshunds are highly intelligent.
  • Chow Chows are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Dachshunds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Chow Chows not very playful. However, Dachshunds are very playful.
  • Chow Chows have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Dachshunds have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Chow Chows do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them. However, Dachshunds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Chow Chows can tolerate cold weather. However, Dachshunds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • The Similarities Between the Chow Chow and the Dachshund

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

  • Both the Chow Chow and the Dachshund are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Chow Chow and the Dachshund cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Chow Chow and the Dachshund have the tendency to develop certain health problems.
  • Both the Chow Chow and the Dachshund are not easy to train.
  • Both the Chow Chow and the Dachshund have low energy levels. They do not require a lot exercise time.
  • Both the Chow Chow and the Dachshund do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Chow Chow and the Dachshund have low exercise needs.
  • Both the Chow Chow and the Dachshund gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Chow Chow and the Dachshund are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Chow Chow versus Dachshund

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chow Chow and the Dachshund.

    Chow Chows weigh 40 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Chow Chows are 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Dachshunds weigh 16 to 32 pounds when fully grown. Dachshunds are 8 inches to 9 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Temperament of the Dachshund Versus the Chow Chow

    The Chow Chow has a better temperament than the Dachshund.

    This is because the temperament score for the Chow Chow is 71.7 percent while the temperament score for the Dachshund is 69.4 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and they are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 71.7 percent, the Chow Chow has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 69.4 percent, the Dachshund has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Chow Chow and the Dachshund by measuring the temperaments of 99 Chow Chows and 49 Dachshunds.

    Price of Chow Chow versus Price of Dachshund

    The average price of the Chow Chow puppy is $1750. The price of the Chow Chow typically ranges from $1000 – $2500. However, the price of a Chow Chow can be as low as $400 and as high as $4125. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 156 Chow Chow puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Dachshund puppy is $1730. The price of the Dachshund typically ranges from $1000 – $2000. However, the price of a Dachshund can be as low as $200 and as high as $24000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 698 Dachshund puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Chow Chow is more expensive than the Dachshund.

    Chow Chow Dachshund
    Average Price $1750 $1730
    Price Range $1000 to $2500 $1000 to $2000

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

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Dachshunds

    A breakdown of the prices of Dachshunds

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chow Chow puppy or the Dachshund 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 from 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 one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

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

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    Adopting the Chow Chow versus Adopting the Dachshund

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Chow Chows and many Dachshunds are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Chow Chow named Malfoy that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Chow Chows like Malfoy on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Chow Chows, Dachshunds are also available for adoption. For example, Oscar is a Male Dachshund that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Dachshunds like Oscar that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Chow Chow and the Dachshund can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Junior is the name of another Chow Chow (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    Also Mr. Pickles – Courtesy Post – So Ca, an adorable Male Dachshund on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Chow Chows and Dachshunds are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more Chow Chows and Dachshunds that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Intelligence of the Chow Chow versus the Intelligence of the Dachshund

    Chow Chow Dachshund
    Intelligence Rank 76 out of 130 dog breeds 49 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 80 To 100 Repetitions Or More! Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 Repetitions

    Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.

    According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:

  • Instinctive Intelligence: This is the natural intelligence a dog has because of what the dog was bred for. This type of intelligence comes from instinct. For example, dog breeds that were bred for guarding will have high `guarding` instinctive intelligence, while dog breeds that were bred for hunting will what high `hunting` instinctive intelligence. However, you cannot compare the intelligence of dog breeds based on instinctive intelligence because such a comparison will not make sense.
  • Adaptive Intelligence (learning and problem-solving ability): This indicates what a dog can learn to do for himself or herself. It includes learning and benefiting from experience with his environment, solving new problems, and so forth. Adaptive intelligence is specific to each dog, and not breed specific. Thus, two dogs can have remarkably different levels of adaptive intelligence even if they are of the same breed.
  • Working/Obedience Intelligence: This intelligence is the closest to what we might call school-learning ability and it is based upon what the dog can learn to do when instructed by humans. Importantly, different dog breeds have different learning abilities. Also, science has shown that some dog breeds can learn faster than some other breeds. This means certain dog breeds tend to have higher working/obedience intelligence than some other breeds. Dogs with high Working/Obedience Intelligence are smart and easy to train.
  • Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.

    This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.

    To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.

    Prof. Coren found that the Chow Chow has an obedience intelligence rank of 76 out of 130 dog breeds. The Chow Chow belongs to the `Lowest Degree of Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Chow Chows tend to learn new commands after 80 to 100 repetitions or more!.

    The Dachshund has an obedience intelligence rank of 49 out of 130 dog breeds. The Dachshund belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Dachshunds tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.

    The Dachshund is more intelligent than the Chow Chow.

    However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.

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    The Popularity of Chow Chow versus Popularity of Dachshund

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Chow Chow and the Dachshund over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Dachshund is more popular with dog owners than the Chow Chow. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Dachshund is 11 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Chow Chow is 74 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Chow Chow

    Popularity of Chow Chow

    Popularity of Dachshund

    Popularity of Dachshund

    Year Chow Chow Popularity Rank Dachshund Popularity Rank
    2013 70 10
    2014 70 11
    2015 73 13
    2016 74 13
    2017 76 13
    2018 75 12
    2019 77 11
    2020 84 10

    Health Problems of Chow Chow versus Health Problems of Dachshund

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. Therefore, there is nothing like a perfect puppy.

    Both the Chow Chow and the Dachshund are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Chow Chow is prone to more genetic health problems than the Dachshund.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Chow Chow than for the Dachshund.

    6 health tests are recommended for Chow Chow while 5 tests are recommended for the Dachshund.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Chow Chows and in Dachshunds.

    Chow Chow Health Problems

    Chow Chows are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Chow Chow puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Chow Chow puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Chow Chow breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Chow Chows for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Chow Chows here.

    Dachshund Health Problems

    Dachshunds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Dachshund puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Dachshund puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Dachshund breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Dachshunds for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Dachshunds here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Chow Chows and Dachshunds

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Chow Chow Breed is Elbow problems.

    This is because the Chow Chow ranks 1 out of 144 dog breeds for Elbow problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 1393 Chow Chows, 693 of them had Elbow problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Chow Chows, and how common these diseases are in Chow Chows relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Elbow problems: Rank 1 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 3 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 15 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 36 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 88 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Dachshund Breed is Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems.

    This is because the Dachshund ranks 6 out of 32 dog breeds for Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 175 Dachshunds, 2 of them had Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Dachshunds, and how common these diseases are in Dachshunds relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems: Rank 6 out of 32 Dog Breeds
  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 27 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 30 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 42 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 65 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 106 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 160 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 161 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Chow Chow and in Dachshund and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Chow Chow and the Dachshund:

    Disease Chow Chow Rank Dachshund Rank
    Elbow problems 1 out of 144 dog breeds Not Common
    Eyes problems 3 out of 182 dog breeds 160 out of 182 dog breeds
    Patella problems 15 out of 145 dog breeds 42 out of 145 dog breeds
    Hips problems 36 out of 198 dog breeds 161 out of 198 dog breeds
    Thyroid problems 88 out of 115 dog breeds 106 out of 115 dog breeds
    Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems Not Common 6 out of 32 dog breeds
    Dentition Database problems Not Common 27 out of 49 dog breeds
    Advanced Cardiac problems Not Common 30 out of 71 dog breeds
    Congenital Cardiac problems Not Common 65 out of 159 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    How Kid-friendly are Chow Chows and Dachshunds?

    Chow Chows do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chow Chow or the Dachshund?

    Chow Chows do not get along well with other dogs.

    Dachshunds get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Do Chow Chows shed more than Dachshunds?

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

    Dachshunds shed moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Chow Chow or the Dachshund?

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

    Dachshunds are moderately easy to groom.

    Do Chow Chows Bark and Howl? What about Dachshunds?

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

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

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chow Chow or the Dachshund?

    Chow Chows are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Dachshunds are very good for new dog owners.

    Can Chow Chows Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Dachshunds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Chow Chows cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

    Are Chow Chows good family dogs? What about Dachshunds?

    Chow Chows are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.

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

    Is the Chow Chow Easier to Train than the Dachshund?

    Chow Chows are not easy to train.

    Dachshunds are not easy to train.

    Does the Chow Chow Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Dachshund?

    Chow Chows 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.

    Dachshunds have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chow Chow vs. Dachshund

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

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

    Is the Chow Chow Better for Apartment Owners than the Dachshund?

    Chow Chows adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Dachshunds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which one drools more, the Chow Chow or the Dachshund

    Chow Chows drool moderately.

    Dachshunds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Chow Chow versus Dachshund

    Chow Chows can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Dachshunds can be left alone only for a short time.

    Can Chow Chows Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Dachshunds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Chow Chows can very well tolerate cold weather.

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

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chow Chow

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Chow Chow that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Chow Chow:

  • Anatolian Shepherd Dog (61 percent match with Chow Chow). Here is our comparison of the Dachshund vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog.
  • Caucasian Shepherd Dog (65 percent match with Chow Chow). Here is our comparison of the Dachshund vs Caucasian Shepherd Dog.
  • Chinese Shar-Pei (63 percent match with Chow Chow). Here is our comparison of the Dachshund vs Chinese Shar-Pei.
  • Akita Chow (62 percent match with Chow Chow). Here is our comparison of the Dachshund vs Akita Chow.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dachshund

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Dachshund that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Dachshund:

  • Dandie Dinmont Terrier (71 percent match with Dachshund). Here is our comparison of the Chow Chow vs Dandie Dinmont Terrier.
  • Lhasa Apso (71 percent match with Dachshund). Here is our comparison of the Chow Chow vs Lhasa Apso.
  • Manchester Terrier (75 percent match with Dachshund). Here is our comparison of the Chow Chow vs Manchester Terrier.
  • Miniature Pinscher (72 percent match with Dachshund). Here is our comparison of the Chow Chow vs Miniature Pinscher.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Chow Chow and how the Dachshund compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chow Chow and of the Dachshund to other breeds:

    Chow Chow Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chow Chow versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Chow Chow versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     Chow Chow versus Shichon     Chow Chow versus Kooikerhondje     Chow Chow versus Akita Chow     Chow Chow versus Labradoodle     Chow Chow versus Scottish Terrier     Chow Chow versus Bich Poo     Chow Chow versus Ibizan Hound     Chow Chow versus Labradoodle     

    Dachshund Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Dachshund versus Pointer     Dachshund versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Dachshund versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Dachshund versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Dachshund versus Scottish Deerhound     Dachshund versus Chow Chow     Dachshund versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Dachshund versus Pekingese     Dachshund versus Barbet     Dachshund versus Great Pyrenees     

    Conclusion: Chow Chow versus Dachshund. 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 Chow Chow and the Dachshund better suits you and your family.