Quick Links: Table of Contents
- French Bulldog Versus Shichon: Introduction
- French Bulldog versus Shichon: Overview
- French Bulldog versus Shichon: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the French Bulldog and the Shichon
- Size (Weight and Height) of French Bulldog versus Shichon
- Price of French Bulldog versus Price of Shichon
- Tolerates Being Alone: French Bulldog versus Shichon
- Can French Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shichons Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which one drools more, the French Bulldog or the Shichon
- Can French Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shichons Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Does the French Bulldog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shichon?
- Wanderlust Potential: French Bulldog vs. Shichon
- Do French Bulldogs shed more than Shichons?
- Do French Bulldogs Bark and Howl? What about Shichons?
- How Kid-friendly are French Bulldogs and Shichons?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the French Bulldog or the Shichon?
- Is the French Bulldog Easier to Train than the Shichon?
- Are French Bulldogs good family dogs? What about Shichons?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the French Bulldog or the Shichon?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the French Bulldog
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shichon
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: French Bulldog versus Shichon. Which One is a Better Pet?
French Bulldog Versus Shichon: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the French Bulldog and the Shichon? 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 French Bulldog and the Shichon 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 French Bulldog and the Shichon.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the French Bulldog and the Shichon 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 French Bulldog and for the Shichon. 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 French Bulldog and the Shichon.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the French Bulldog or the Shichon
French Bulldog versus Shichon: Overview
Both the French Bulldog and the Shichon are similar in size. The French Bulldog and the Shichon are both small-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the French Bulldog 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.
On the other hand, the Shichon belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
French Bulldog versus Shichon: Comparison Table
The table below compares the French Bulldog to the Shichon 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 | French Bulldog | Shichon |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 11 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder | 9 to 12 inches |
| Life Span | 11 to 14 years | 12 to 18 years |
| Weight | 16 to 28 pounds | 9 to 15 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 15.0 years |
| Average Price | $4610 | $1610 |
| Price Range | $3100 – $5000 | $1200 – $2000 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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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 French Bulldog 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 Shichon. 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 French Bulldog is 86 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Shichon is 95 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Shichon is a better pet than the French Bulldog. So, you should get the Shichon!
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 French Bulldog and the Shichon so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the French Bulldog and the Shichon
The French Bulldog and the Shichon are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the French Bulldog and the Shichon are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of French Bulldog versus Shichon
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the French Bulldog and the Shichon.
French Bulldogs weigh 16 to 28 pounds when fully grown. French Bulldogs are 11 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Shichons weigh 9 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Shichons are 9 to 12 inches when fully grown.
Price of French Bulldog versus Price of Shichon
The average price of the French Bulldog puppy is $4610. The price of the French Bulldog typically ranges from $3100 – $5000. However, the price of a French Bulldog can be as low as $123 and as high as $40000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 2308 French Bulldog puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Shichon puppy is $1610. The price of the Shichon typically ranges from $1200 – $2000. However, the price of a Shichon can be as low as $700 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 155 Shichon puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The French Bulldog is more expensive than the Shichon.
| French Bulldog | Shichon | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $4610 | $1610 |
| Price Range | $3100 to $5000 | $1200 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the French Bulldog and Shichon. For different price points, the charts show how many French Bulldog puppies or how many Shichon puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of French Bulldogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Shichons
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the French Bulldog puppy or the Shichon 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: French Bulldog versus Shichon
French Bulldogs do not like to be left alone.
Shichons do not like to be left alone.
Can French Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shichons Tolerate Hot Weather?
French Bulldogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Shichons cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which one drools more, the French Bulldog or the Shichon
French Bulldogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Shichons do have a very low tendency to drool.
Can French Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shichons Tolerate Cold Weather?
French Bulldogs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Shichons cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Does the French Bulldog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shichon?
French Bulldogs 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.
Shichons 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.
Wanderlust Potential: French Bulldog vs. Shichon
French Bulldogs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Shichons do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Do French Bulldogs shed more than Shichons?
French Bulldogs shed moderately.
Shichons do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Do French Bulldogs Bark and Howl? What about Shichons?
French Bulldogs bark and howl, but not very much.
Shichons are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
How Kid-friendly are French Bulldogs and Shichons?
French Bulldogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Shichons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the French Bulldog or the Shichon?
French Bulldogs get along very well with other dogs.
Shichons get along very well with other dogs.
Is the French Bulldog Easier to Train than the Shichon?
French Bulldogs are very easy to train.
Shichons are fairly easy to train.
Is the French Bulldog Better for Apartment Owners than the Shichon?
French Bulldogs adapt very well to apartment living.
Shichons adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the French Bulldog or the Shichon?
French Bulldogs are very good for new dog owners.
Shichons are very good for new dog owners.
Are French Bulldogs good family dogs? What about Shichons?
French Bulldogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Shichons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Which is Easier to Groom, the French Bulldog or the Shichon?
French Bulldogs are very easy to groom.
Shichons are very easy to groom.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the French Bulldog
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shichon
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Shichon 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 Shichon:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the French Bulldog and how the Shichon compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the French Bulldog and of the Shichon to other breeds:
French Bulldog Versus Other Dog Breeds
French Bulldog versus Brittany French Bulldog versus Kuvasz French Bulldog versus Chihuahua French Bulldog versus Bolognese French Bulldog versus Bull Terrier French Bulldog versus Lagotto Romagnolo French Bulldog versus Valley Bulldog French Bulldog versus Pyrenean Mastiff French Bulldog versus Patterdale Terrier French Bulldog versus English Setter
Shichon Versus Other Dog Breeds
Shichon versus Spinone Italiano Shichon versus Curly-Coated Retriever Shichon versus Papipoo Shichon versus King Shepherd Shichon versus Vizsla Shichon versus Estrela Mountain Dog Shichon versus Field Spaniel Shichon versus Akita Chow Shichon versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Shichon versus Bullmastiff
Conclusion: French Bulldog versus Shichon. 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 French Bulldog and the Shichon better suits you and your family.