Quick Links: Table of Contents
- German Shepherd Dog Versus Japanese Chin: Introduction
- German Shepherd Dog versus Japanese Chin: Overview
- German Shepherd Dog versus Japanese Chin: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the German Shepherd Dog and the Japanese Chin
- The Similarities Between the German Shepherd Dog and the Japanese Chin
- Size (Weight and Height) of German Shepherd Dog versus Japanese Chin
- Lifespan of German Shepherd Dog versus Japanese Chin
- Temperament of the Japanese Chin Versus the German Shepherd Dog
- Price of German Shepherd Dog versus Price of Japanese Chin
- The Intelligence of the German Shepherd Dog versus the Intelligence of the Japanese Chin
- The Popularity of German Shepherd Dog versus Popularity of Japanese Chin
- Health Problems of German Shepherd Dog versus Health Problems of Japanese Chin
- Tolerates Being Alone: German Shepherd Dog versus Japanese Chin
- Do German Shepherd Dogs shed more than Japanese Chins?
- Which one drools more, the German Shepherd Dog or the Japanese Chin
- Which is Easier to Groom, the German Shepherd Dog or the Japanese Chin?
- Does the German Shepherd Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Chin?
- Do German Shepherd Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Chins?
- Can German Shepherd Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Chins Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: German Shepherd Dog vs. Japanese Chin
- Can German Shepherd Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Chins Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the German Shepherd Dog or the Japanese Chin?
- Are German Shepherd Dogs good family dogs? What about Japanese Chins?
- How Kid-friendly are German Shepherd Dogs and Japanese Chins?
- Is the German Shepherd Dog Easier to Train than the Japanese Chin?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the German Shepherd Dog
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Chin
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: German Shepherd Dog versus Japanese Chin. Which One is a Better Pet?
German Shepherd Dog Versus Japanese Chin: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the German Shepherd Dog 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 German Shepherd Dog 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 German Shepherd Dog and the Japanese Chin.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the German Shepherd Dog 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 German Shepherd Dog 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 German Shepherd Dog 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 German Shepherd Dog or the Japanese Chin.
German Shepherd Dog versus Japanese Chin: Overview
A very important difference between the German Shepherd Dog and the Japanese Chin is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The German Shepherd Dog is a large-sized dog while the Japanese Chin is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the German Shepherd Dog 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.
German Shepherd Dog versus Japanese Chin: Comparison Table
The table below compares the German Shepherd Dog 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 German Shepherd Dog and the Japanese Chin
| Factor | German Shepherd Dog | Japanese Chin |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet, 2 inches tall | 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 75 to 95 pounds | 4 to 9 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $1280 | $1930 |
| Price Range | $800 – $1500 | $1500 – $2100 |
| Temperament Score | 85.3 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
|
|
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 2 | 102 |
| Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) | 3 | 62 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the German Shepherd Dog 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 German Shepherd Dog is 77 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 German Shepherd Dog. 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 German Shepherd Dog 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 German Shepherd Dog and the Japanese Chin
Below is a list of where the German Shepherd Dog and the Japanese Chin are most different:
The Similarities Between the German Shepherd Dog and the Japanese Chin
The German Shepherd Dog and the Japanese Chin are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the German Shepherd Dog and the Japanese Chin are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of German Shepherd Dog versus Japanese Chin
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the German Shepherd Dog and the Japanese Chin.
German Shepherd Dogs weigh 75 to 95 pounds when fully grown. German Shepherd Dogs are 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet, 2 inches tall 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 German Shepherd Dog versus Japanese Chin
The lifespan of German Shepherd Dogs is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of German Shepherd Dogs is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Japanese Chins is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Japanese Chins is 12.0 years.
Temperament of the Japanese Chin Versus the German Shepherd Dog
The Japanese Chin has a better temperament than the German Shepherd Dog.
This is because the temperament score for the Japanese Chin is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the German Shepherd Dog is 85.3 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 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 85.3 percent, the German Shepherd Dog has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Japanese Chin has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the German Shepherd Dog and the Japanese Chin by measuring the temperaments of 3383 German Shepherd Dogs and 5 Japanese Chins.
Price of German Shepherd Dog versus Price of Japanese Chin
The average price of the German Shepherd Dog puppy is $1280. The price of the German Shepherd Dog typically ranges from $800 – $1500. However, the price of a German Shepherd Dog can be as low as $195 and as high as $6500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1776 German Shepherd Dog 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 the 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 German Shepherd Dog.
| German Shepherd Dog | Japanese Chin | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1280 | $1930 |
| Price Range | $800 to $1500 | $1500 to $2100 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the German Shepherd Dog and Japanese Chin. For different price points, the charts show how many German Shepherd Dog puppies or how many Japanese Chin puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of German Shepherd Dogs. 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 German Shepherd Dog 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.
The Intelligence of the German Shepherd Dog versus the Intelligence of the Japanese Chin
| German Shepherd Dog | Japanese Chin | |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligence Rank | 3 out of 130 dog breeds | 62 out of 130 dog breeds |
| Trainability | Tend To Learn New Commands After Fewer Than 5 Repetitions | Tend To Learn New Commands After 40 To 80 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:
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 German Shepherd Dog has an obedience intelligence rank of 3 out of 130 dog breeds. The German Shepherd Dog belongs to the `Brightest Dogs` category. This means that German Shepherd Dogs tend to learn new commands after fewer than 5 repetitions.
The Japanese Chin has an obedience intelligence rank of 62 out of 130 dog breeds. The Japanese Chin belongs to the `Fair Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Japanese Chins tend to learn new commands after 40 to 80 repetitions!.
The German Shepherd Dog is more intelligent than the Japanese Chin.
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.
The Popularity of German Shepherd Dog versus Popularity of Japanese Chin
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 German Shepherd Dog and the Japanese Chin over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the German Shepherd Dog is more popular with dog owners than the Japanese Chin. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the German Shepherd Dog is 2 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Japanese Chin is 102 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of German Shepherd Dog
Popularity of Japanese Chin
| Year | German Shepherd Dog Popularity Rank | Japanese Chin Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 2 | 87 |
| 2014 | 2 | 93 |
| 2015 | 2 | 97 |
| 2016 | 2 | 108 |
| 2017 | 2 | 108 |
| 2018 | 2 | 104 |
| 2019 | 2 | 108 |
| 2020 | 3 | 111 |
Health Problems of German Shepherd Dog versus Health Problems of Japanese Chin
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the German Shepherd Dog and the Japanese Chin 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 German Shepherd Dog is prone to more genetic health problems than the Japanese Chin.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the German Shepherd Dog than for the Japanese Chin.
7 health tests are recommended for German Shepherd Dog while 4 tests are recommended for the Japanese Chin.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in German Shepherd Dogs and in Japanese Chins.
German Shepherd Dog Health Problems
German Shepherd Dogs are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing German Shepherd Dog 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 German Shepherd Dog puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your German Shepherd Dog 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 German Shepherd Dogs for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for German Shepherd Dogs here.
Japanese Chin Health Problems
Japanese Chins are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chin puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chins for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Japanese Chins here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in German Shepherd Dogs and Japanese Chins
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 German Shepherd Dog Breed is Shoulder problems.
This is because the German Shepherd Dog ranks 8 out of 22 dog breeds for Shoulder problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 149 German Shepherd Dogs, 5 of them had Shoulder problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in German Shepherd Dogs, and how common these diseases are in German Shepherd Dogs relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
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 Japanese Chin Breed is Advanced Cardiac problems.
This is because the Japanese Chin ranks 1 out of 71 dog breeds for Advanced Cardiac problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 50 Japanese Chins, 5 of them had Advanced Cardiac problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Japanese Chins, and how common these diseases are in Japanese Chins relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
The table below lists the common health problems in German Shepherd Dog and in Japanese Chin and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the German Shepherd Dog and the Japanese Chin:
| Disease | German Shepherd Dog Rank | Japanese Chin Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Shoulder problems | 8 out of 22 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Degenerative Myelopathy problems | 11 out of 70 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Elbow problems | 22 out of 144 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Hips problems | 40 out of 198 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Advanced Cardiac problems | 41 out of 71 dog breeds | 1 out of 71 dog breeds |
| Dentition Database problems | 42 out of 49 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Eyes problems | 64 out of 182 dog breeds | 13 out of 182 dog breeds |
| Thyroid problems | 71 out of 115 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Patella problems | 102 out of 145 dog breeds | 7 out of 145 dog breeds |
| Gm2-Gangliosidosis problems | Not Common | 1 out of 2 dog breeds |
| Congenital Cardiac problems | Not Common | 44 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.
Tolerates Being Alone: German Shepherd Dog versus Japanese Chin
German Shepherd Dogs do not like to be left alone.
Japanese Chins do not like to be left alone.
Do German Shepherd Dogs shed more than Japanese Chins?
German Shepherd Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Japanese Chins shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the German Shepherd Dog or the Japanese Chin
German Shepherd Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Japanese Chins do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the German Shepherd Dog or the Japanese Chin?
German Shepherd Dogs are very easy to groom.
Japanese Chins are moderately easy to groom.
Does the German Shepherd Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Chin?
German Shepherd Dogs 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.
Japanese Chins have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do German Shepherd Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Chins?
German Shepherd Dogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Japanese Chins bark and howl, but not very much.
Can German Shepherd Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Chins Tolerate Cold Weather?
German Shepherd Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Japanese Chins can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: German Shepherd Dog vs. Japanese Chin
German Shepherd Dogs 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.
Can German Shepherd Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Chins Tolerate Hot Weather?
German Shepherd Dogs 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 German Shepherd Dog or the Japanese Chin?
German Shepherd Dogs do not get along well with other dogs.
Japanese Chins get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are German Shepherd Dogs good family dogs? What about Japanese Chins?
German Shepherd Dogs 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 German Shepherd Dogs and Japanese Chins?
German Shepherd Dogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Japanese Chins get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the German Shepherd Dog Easier to Train than the Japanese Chin?
German Shepherd Dogs are very easy to train.
Japanese Chins are fairly easy to train.
Is the German Shepherd Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Japanese Chin?
German Shepherd Dogs adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Japanese Chins adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the German Shepherd Dog or the Japanese Chin?
German Shepherd Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Japanese Chins are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the German Shepherd Dog
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the German Shepherd Dog 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 German Shepherd Dog:
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 German Shepherd Dog and how the Japanese Chin compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the German Shepherd Dog and of the Japanese Chin to other breeds:
German Shepherd Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds
German Shepherd Dog versus Black Russian Terrier German Shepherd Dog versus Shiranian German Shepherd Dog versus Pomeranian German Shepherd Dog versus Bull Terrier German Shepherd Dog versus Bernese Mountain Dog German Shepherd Dog versus Silky Terrier German Shepherd Dog versus Bloodhound German Shepherd Dog versus German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog versus Shiba Inu German Shepherd Dog versus Maltipoo German Shepherd Dog versus Labrador Retriever German Shepherd Dog versus Pomapoo German Shepherd Dog versus Basset Hound German Shepherd Dog versus Boerboel German Shepherd Dog versus Welsh Terrier German Shepherd Dog versus King Shepherd German Shepherd Dog versus Westiepoo German Shepherd Dog versus Pekingese German Shepherd Dog versus Neapolitan Mastiff German Shepherd Dog versus Bulldog German Shepherd Dog versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever German Shepherd Dog versus Toy Fox Terrier German Shepherd Dog versus Spinone Italiano German Shepherd Dog versus Stabyhoun German Shepherd Dog versus Great Pyrenees
Japanese Chin Versus Other Dog Breeds
Japanese Chin versus Portuguese Pointer Japanese Chin versus Maltipoo Japanese Chin versus Akbash Japanese Chin versus Basenji Japanese Chin versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Japanese Chin versus Scottish Deerhound Japanese Chin versus Gordon Setter Japanese Chin versus Black Mouth Cur Japanese Chin versus Dogo Argentino Japanese Chin versus Chihuahua Japanese Chin versus Pyrenean Mastiff Japanese Chin versus English Cocker Spaniel Japanese Chin versus Australian Cattle Dog Japanese Chin versus Afghan Hound Japanese Chin versus Alaskan Klee Kai Japanese Chin versus Bullmastiff Japanese Chin versus Flat-Coated Retriever Japanese Chin versus French Bulldog Japanese Chin versus Bearded Collie Japanese Chin versus Kerry Blue Terrier Japanese Chin versus Bluetick Coonhound Japanese Chin versus Basenji Japanese Chin versus Harrier Japanese Chin versus Norfolk Terrier
Conclusion: German Shepherd Dog 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 German Shepherd Dog and the Japanese Chin better suits you and your family.