Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Dutch Shepherd Versus Japanese Chin: Introduction
- Dutch Shepherd versus Japanese Chin: Overview
- Dutch Shepherd versus Japanese Chin: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Dutch Shepherd and the Japanese Chin
- Size (Weight and Height) of Dutch Shepherd versus Japanese Chin
- Price of Dutch Shepherd versus Price of Japanese Chin
- Tolerates Being Alone: Dutch Shepherd versus Japanese Chin
- Which one drools more, the Dutch Shepherd or the Japanese Chin
- Do Dutch Shepherds Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Chins?
- Wanderlust Potential: Dutch Shepherd vs. Japanese Chin
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Dutch Shepherd or the Japanese Chin?
- Does the Dutch Shepherd Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Chin?
- Can Dutch Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Chins Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Dutch Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Chins Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Are Dutch Shepherds good family dogs? What about Japanese Chins?
- How Kid-friendly are Dutch Shepherds and Japanese Chins?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dutch Shepherd or the Japanese Chin?
- Do Dutch Shepherds shed more than Japanese Chins?
- Is the Dutch Shepherd Easier to Train than the Japanese Chin?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dutch Shepherd
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Chin
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Dutch Shepherd versus Japanese Chin. Which One is a Better Pet?
Dutch Shepherd Versus Japanese Chin: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Dutch Shepherd and the Japanese Chin? 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 Dutch Shepherd 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 Dutch Shepherd and the Japanese Chin.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Dutch Shepherd 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 Dutch Shepherd 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 more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Dutch Shepherd 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 Dutch Shepherd or the Japanese Chin
Dutch Shepherd versus Japanese Chin: Overview
A very important difference between the Dutch Shepherd and the Japanese Chin is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Dutch Shepherd is a medium-sized dog while the Japanese Chin is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Dutch Shepherd 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 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.
Dutch Shepherd versus Japanese Chin: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Dutch Shepherd 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.
| Factor | Dutch Shepherd | Japanese Chin |
|---|---|---|
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 21 to 25 inches | 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 50 to 70 pounds | 4 to 9 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $1590 | $1930 |
| Price Range | $900 – $2000 | $1500 – $2100 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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*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 Dutch Shepherd 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 a Dutch Shepherd is 85 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Japanese Chin is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Dutch Shepherd is a better pet than the Japanese Chin. So, you should get the Dutch Shepherd!
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 Dutch Shepherd and the Japanese Chin so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Dutch Shepherd and the Japanese Chin
The Dutch Shepherd and the Japanese Chin are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Dutch Shepherd and the Japanese Chin are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Dutch Shepherd versus Japanese Chin
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Dutch Shepherd and the Japanese Chin.
Dutch Shepherds weigh 50 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Dutch Shepherds are 21 to 25 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.
Price of Dutch Shepherd versus Price of Japanese Chin
The average price of the Dutch Shepherd puppy is $1590. The price of the Dutch Shepherd typically ranges from $900 – $2000. However, the price of a Dutch Shepherd can be as low as $100 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 116 Dutch Shepherd puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Japanese Chin puppy is $1930. The price of the Japanese Chin typically ranges from $1500 – $2100. However, the price of a Japanese Chin can be as low as $600 and as high as $4800. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 71 Japanese Chin puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Japanese Chin is more expensive than the Dutch Shepherd.
| Dutch Shepherd | Japanese Chin | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1590 | $1930 |
| Price Range | $900 to $2000 | $1500 to $2100 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Dutch Shepherd and Japanese Chin. For different price points, the charts show how many Dutch Shepherd puppies or how many Japanese Chin puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Dutch Shepherds. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Japanese Chins
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Dutch Shepherd 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 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.
Tolerates Being Alone: Dutch Shepherd versus Japanese Chin
Dutch Shepherds do not like to be left alone.
Japanese Chins do not like to be left alone.
Which one drools more, the Dutch Shepherd or the Japanese Chin
Dutch Shepherds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Japanese Chins do have a very low tendency to drool.
Do Dutch Shepherds Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Chins?
Dutch Shepherds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Japanese Chins bark and howl, but not very much.
Wanderlust Potential: Dutch Shepherd vs. Japanese Chin
Dutch Shepherds do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Japanese Chins do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Is the Dutch Shepherd Better for Apartment Owners than the Japanese Chin?
Dutch Shepherds adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Japanese Chins adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Dutch Shepherd or the Japanese Chin?
Dutch Shepherds are OK for new dog owners.
Japanese Chins are very good for new dog owners.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Dutch Shepherd or the Japanese Chin?
Dutch Shepherds are moderately easy to groom.
Japanese Chins are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Dutch Shepherd Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Chin?
Dutch Shepherds 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.
Can Dutch Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Chins Tolerate Cold Weather?
Dutch Shepherds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Japanese Chins can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Can Dutch Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Chins Tolerate Hot Weather?
Dutch Shepherds can tolerate hot weather.
Japanese Chins cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Are Dutch Shepherds good family dogs? What about Japanese Chins?
Dutch Shepherds 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 Dutch Shepherds and Japanese Chins?
Dutch Shepherds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Japanese Chins get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dutch Shepherd or the Japanese Chin?
Dutch Shepherds get along very well with other dogs.
Japanese Chins get along fairly well with other dogs.
Do Dutch Shepherds shed more than Japanese Chins?
Dutch Shepherds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Japanese Chins shed moderately.
Is the Dutch Shepherd Easier to Train than the Japanese Chin?
Dutch Shepherds are very easy to train.
Japanese Chins are fairly easy to train.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dutch Shepherd
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Dutch Shepherd 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 Dutch Shepherd:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Chin
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chin:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Dutch Shepherd and how the Japanese Chin compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Dutch Shepherd and of the Japanese Chin to other breeds:
Dutch Shepherd Versus Other Dog Breeds
Dutch Shepherd versus Standard Poodle Dutch Shepherd versus Puggle Dutch Shepherd versus Black and Tan Coonhound Dutch Shepherd versus Cavapoo Dutch Shepherd versus Whoodle Dutch Shepherd versus Saint Bernard Dutch Shepherd versus Norwich Terrier Dutch Shepherd versus Barbet Dutch Shepherd versus Golden Retriever Dutch Shepherd versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Japanese Chin Versus Other Dog Breeds
Japanese Chin versus Toy Fox Terrier Japanese Chin versus Xoloitzcuintli Japanese Chin versus Bouvier des Flandres Japanese Chin versus Westiepoo Japanese Chin versus Giant Schnauzer Japanese Chin versus Borzoi Japanese Chin versus Canaan Dog Japanese Chin versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Japanese Chin versus Plott Japanese Chin versus Kerry Blue Terrier
Conclusion: Dutch Shepherd 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 Dutch Shepherd and the Japanese Chin better suits you and your family.