Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Frenchton Versus Japanese Chin: Introduction
- Frenchton versus Japanese Chin: Overview
- Frenchton versus Japanese Chin: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Frenchton and the Japanese Chin
- Size (Weight and Height) of Frenchton versus Japanese Chin
- Price of Frenchton versus Price of Japanese Chin
- Tolerates Being Alone: Frenchton versus Japanese Chin
- Does the Frenchton Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Chin?
- Can Frenchtons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Chins Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Frenchtons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Chins Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which one drools more, the Frenchton or the Japanese Chin
- Do Frenchtons Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Chins?
- Wanderlust Potential: Frenchton vs. Japanese Chin
- Do Frenchtons shed more than Japanese Chins?
- Is the Frenchton Easier to Train than the Japanese Chin?
- Are Frenchtons good family dogs? What about Japanese Chins?
- How Kid-friendly are Frenchtons and Japanese Chins?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Frenchton or the Japanese Chin?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Frenchton or the Japanese Chin?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Frenchton
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Chin
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Frenchton versus Japanese Chin. Which One is a Better Pet?
Frenchton Versus Japanese Chin: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Frenchton 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 Frenchton 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 Frenchton and the Japanese Chin.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Frenchton 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 Frenchton 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 Frenchton 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 Frenchton or the Japanese Chin
Frenchton versus Japanese Chin: Overview
A very important difference between the Frenchton and the Japanese Chin is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Frenchton is a small-sized dog while the Japanese Chin is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Frenchton 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.
Frenchton versus Japanese Chin: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Frenchton 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 | Frenchton | Japanese Chin |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 11 to 14 inches | 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Weight | 15 to 25 pounds | 4 to 9 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| 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 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $2130 | $1930 |
| Price Range | $1650 – $2500 | $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 Frenchton 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 Frenchton is 95 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Japanese Chin is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Frenchton is a better pet than the Japanese Chin. So, you should get the Frenchton!
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 Frenchton and the Japanese Chin so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Frenchton and the Japanese Chin
The Frenchton and the Japanese Chin are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Frenchton and the Japanese Chin are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Frenchton versus Japanese Chin
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Frenchton and the Japanese Chin.
Frenchtons weigh 15 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Frenchtons are 11 to 14 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 Frenchton versus Price of Japanese Chin
The average price of the Frenchton puppy is $2130. The price of the Frenchton typically ranges from $1650 – $2500. However, the price of a Frenchton can be as low as $800 and as high as $8000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 230 Frenchton 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 Frenchton is more expensive than the Japanese Chin.
| Frenchton | Japanese Chin | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2130 | $1930 |
| Price Range | $1650 to $2500 | $1500 to $2100 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Frenchton and Japanese Chin. For different price points, the charts show how many Frenchton puppies or how many Japanese Chin puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Frenchtons. 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 Frenchton 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: Frenchton versus Japanese Chin
Frenchtons do not like to be left alone.
Japanese Chins do not like to be left alone.
Does the Frenchton Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Chin?
Frenchtons 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.
Japanese Chins have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Can Frenchtons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Chins Tolerate Cold Weather?
Frenchtons can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Japanese Chins can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Can Frenchtons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Chins Tolerate Hot Weather?
Frenchtons 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 one drools more, the Frenchton or the Japanese Chin
Frenchtons drool moderately.
Japanese Chins do have a very low tendency to drool.
Do Frenchtons Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Chins?
Frenchtons bark and howl, but not very much.
Japanese Chins bark and howl, but not very much.
Wanderlust Potential: Frenchton vs. Japanese Chin
Frenchtons have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get 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.
Do Frenchtons shed more than Japanese Chins?
Frenchtons shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Japanese Chins shed moderately.
Is the Frenchton Easier to Train than the Japanese Chin?
Frenchtons are very easy to train.
Japanese Chins are fairly easy to train.
Is the Frenchton Better for Apartment Owners than the Japanese Chin?
Frenchtons adapt very well to apartment living.
Japanese Chins adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Frenchton or the Japanese Chin?
Frenchtons are very good for new dog owners.
Japanese Chins are very good for new dog owners.
Are Frenchtons good family dogs? What about Japanese Chins?
Frenchtons 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 Frenchtons and Japanese Chins?
Frenchtons 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 Frenchton or the Japanese Chin?
Frenchtons get along very well with other dogs.
Japanese Chins get along fairly well with other dogs.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Frenchton or the Japanese Chin?
Frenchtons are very easy to groom.
Japanese Chins are moderately easy to groom.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Frenchton
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Frenchton 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 Frenchton:
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 Frenchton and how the Japanese Chin compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Frenchton and of the Japanese Chin to other breeds:
Frenchton Versus Other Dog Breeds
Frenchton versus Australian Terrier Frenchton versus Boxer Frenchton versus Pyrenean Shepherd Frenchton versus Rottweiler Frenchton versus French Spaniel Frenchton versus Saint Bernard Frenchton versus Newfoundland Frenchton versus Bracco Italiano Frenchton versus Welsh Terrier Frenchton versus Cocker Spaniel
Japanese Chin Versus Other Dog Breeds
Japanese Chin versus Kooikerhondje Japanese Chin versus German Longhaired Pointer Japanese Chin versus Barbet Japanese Chin versus Airedale Terrier Japanese Chin versus Bluetick Coonhound Japanese Chin versus Dogue de Bordeaux Japanese Chin versus German Shepherd Dog Japanese Chin versus Mastiff Japanese Chin versus Afador
Conclusion: Frenchton 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 Frenchton and the Japanese Chin better suits you and your family.