A Detailed Comparison of the Japanese Chin and the Schipperke.

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Japanese Chin Versus Schipperke: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Japanese Chin and the Schipperke? 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 Japanese Chin and the Schipperke 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 Japanese Chin and the Schipperke.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Japanese Chin and the Schipperke 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 Japanese Chin and for the Schipperke. 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 Japanese Chin and the Schipperke.

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

Japanese Chin versus Schipperke: Overview

Both the Japanese Chin and the Schipperke are similar in size. The Japanese Chin and the Schipperke are both tiny-sized dogs.

Furthermore, both the Japanese Chin and the Schipperke are Companion Dogs. This means both the Japanese Chin and the Schipperke 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.

Japanese Chin versus Schipperke: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Japanese Chin to the Schipperke 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 Japanese Chin and the Schipperke

Factor Japanese Chin Schipperke
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 5/5 3/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 13 to 15 years
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 1/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 1/5
Easy To Train 3/5 2/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Weight 4 to 9 pounds 11 to 18 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Height 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder 10 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 14.0 years
Average Price $1930 $1170
Price Range $1500 – $2100 $900 – $1500
Temperament Score 100.0 percent 91.5 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination, minimum age 3 years
  • Gangliosidosis (GM2)
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Hips
  • Mucopolysaccharidosis type IIIB (MPS IIIB)
  • Patellar Luxation
  • PennGen
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 102 109
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 62 15

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Japanese Chin 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 Schipperke. 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 Japanese Chin is 84 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Schipperke is 73 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Japanese Chin is a better pet than the Schipperke. 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 Japanese Chin and the Schipperke so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Japanese Chin and the Schipperke

    Below is a list of where the Japanese Chin and the Schipperke are most different:

  • Japanese Chins do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them. However, Schipperkes have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Japanese Chins have low energy levels. They do not require a lot exercise time. However, Schipperkes have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Japanese Chins have low exercise needs. However, Schipperkes require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • The Similarities Between the Japanese Chin and the Schipperke

    The Japanese Chin and the Schipperke are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Japanese Chin and the Schipperke are most similar:

  • Both the Japanese Chin and the Schipperke do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Japanese Chin and the Schipperke cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Japanese Chin and the Schipperke are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Japanese Chin and the Schipperke are very playful.
  • Both the Japanese Chin and the Schipperke adapt well to apartment living.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Japanese Chin versus Schipperke

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Japanese Chin and the Schipperke.

    Japanese Chins weigh 4 to 9 pounds when fully grown. Japanese Chins are 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Schipperkes weigh 11 to 18 pounds when fully grown. Schipperkes are 10 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Japanese Chin versus Schipperke

    The lifespan of Japanese Chins is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Japanese Chins is 12.0 years.

    The lifespan of Schipperkes is between 13 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Schipperkes is 14.0 years.

    Schipperkes live longer than Japanese Chins.

    Temperament of the Japanese Chin Versus the Schipperke

    The Japanese Chin has a better temperament than the Schipperke.

    This is because the temperament score for the Japanese Chin is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Schipperke is 91.5 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 100.0 percent, the Japanese Chin has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 91.5 percent, the Schipperke has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Japanese Chin and the Schipperke by measuring the temperaments of 5 Japanese Chins and 130 Schipperkes.

    Price of Japanese Chin versus Price of Schipperke

    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 reviewing the prices of 71 Japanese Chin puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Schipperke puppy is $1170. The price of the Schipperke typically ranges from $900 – $1500. However, the price of the Schipperke can be as low as $500 and as high as $2000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 60 Schipperke puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Japanese Chin is more expensive than the Schipperke.

    Japanese Chin Schipperke
    Average Price $1930 $1170
    Price Range $1500 to $2100 $900 to $1500

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Japanese Chins. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Japanese Chins. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Schipperkes

    A breakdown of the prices of Schipperkes

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Japanese Chin puppy or the Schipperke 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.

    Adopting the Japanese Chin versus Adopting the Schipperke

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Japanese Chins and many Schipperkes 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 Japanese Chin named Louie that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Japanese Chins like Louie on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Japanese Chins, Schipperkes are also available for adoption. For example, Jake is a Male Schipperke that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Schipperkes like Jake that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Japanese Chin and the Schipperke can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Also, Urchin is an adorable Male Schipperke on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    You can find more Japanese Chins and Schipperkes that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Intelligence of the Japanese Chin versus the Intelligence of the Schipperke

    Japanese Chin Schipperke
    Intelligence Rank 62 out of 130 dog breeds 15 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 40 To 80 Repetitions! Tend To Learn New Commands After 5 To 15 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 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 Schipperke has an obedience intelligence rank of 15 out of 130 dog breeds. The Schipperke belongs to the `Excellent Working Dogs` category. This means that Schipperkes tend to learn new commands after 5 to 15 repetitions.

    The Schipperke 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 Japanese Chin versus Popularity of Schipperke

    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 Japanese Chin and the Schipperke over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Japanese Chin is more popular with dog owners than the Schipperke. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Japanese Chin is 102 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Schipperke is 109 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Japanese Chin

    Popularity of Japanese Chin

    Popularity of Schipperke

    Popularity of Schipperke

    Year Japanese Chin Popularity Rank Schipperke Popularity Rank
    2013 87 109
    2014 93 109
    2015 97 109
    2016 108 112
    2017 108 110
    2018 104 105
    2019 108 106
    2020 111 114

    Health Problems of Japanese Chin versus Health Problems of Schipperke

    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 Japanese Chin and the Schipperke 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 Schipperke is prone to more genetic health problems than the Japanese Chin.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Schipperke than for the Japanese Chin.

    4 health tests are recommended for Japanese Chin while 7 tests are recommended for the Schipperke.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Japanese Chins and in Schipperkes.

    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:

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination, minimum age 3 years
  • Gangliosidosis (GM2)
  • Patellar Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Japanese Chins here.

    Schipperke Health Problems

    Schipperkes are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Schipperke 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 Schipperke puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Schipperke 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 Schipperkes for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Hips
  • Mucopolysaccharidosis type IIIB (MPS IIIB)
  • Patellar Luxation
  • PennGen
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Schipperkes here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Japanese Chins and Schipperkes

    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:

  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 1 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Gm2-Gangliosidosis problems: Rank 1 out of 2 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 7 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 13 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 44 out of 159 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 Schipperke Breed is Legg-Calve-Perthes problems.

    This is because the Schipperke ranks 5 out of 40 dog breeds for Legg-Calve-Perthes problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 295 Schipperkes, 4 of them had Legg-Calve-Perthes problems.

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

  • Legg-Calve-Perthes problems: Rank 5 out of 40 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 36 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 50 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 54 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 93 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 142 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 165 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Japanese Chin and in Schipperke and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Japanese Chin and the Schipperke:

    Disease Japanese Chin Rank Schipperke Rank
    Advanced Cardiac problems 1 out of 71 dog breeds Not Common
    Gm2-Gangliosidosis problems 1 out of 2 dog breeds Not Common
    Patella problems 7 out of 145 dog breeds 54 out of 145 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 13 out of 182 dog breeds 165 out of 182 dog breeds
    Congenital Cardiac problems 44 out of 159 dog breeds 36 out of 159 dog breeds
    Legg-Calve-Perthes problems Not Common 5 out of 40 dog breeds
    Thyroid problems Not Common 50 out of 115 dog breeds
    Elbow problems Not Common 93 out of 144 dog breeds
    Hips problems Not Common 142 out of 198 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: Japanese Chin versus Schipperke

    Japanese Chins do not like to be left alone.

    Schipperkes can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Japanese Chins shed more than Schipperkes?

    Japanese Chins shed moderately.

    Schipperkes shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Japanese Chin or the Schipperke

    Japanese Chins do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Schipperkes do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Japanese Chin or the Schipperke?

    Japanese Chins are moderately easy to groom.

    Schipperkes are very easy to groom.

    Does the Japanese Chin Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Schipperke?

    Japanese Chins have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Schipperkes 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.

    Do Japanese Chins Bark and Howl? What about Schipperkes?

    Japanese Chins bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can Japanese Chins Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Schipperkes Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Japanese Chins can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Schipperkes can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Japanese Chin vs. Schipperke

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

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

    Can Japanese Chins Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Schipperkes Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Japanese Chins cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Schipperkes cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Japanese Chin or the Schipperke?

    Japanese Chins get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Schipperkes do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Japanese Chins good family dogs? What about Schipperkes?

    Japanese Chins are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

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

    How Kid-friendly are Japanese Chins and Schipperkes?

    Japanese Chins get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Japanese Chin Easier to Train than the Schipperke?

    Japanese Chins are fairly easy to train.

    Schipperkes are not easy to train.

    Is the Japanese Chin Better for Apartment Owners than the Schipperke?

    Japanese Chins adapt very well to apartment living.

    Schipperkes adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Japanese Chin or the Schipperke?

    Japanese Chins are very good for new dog owners.

    Schipperkes are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    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:

  • Pomapoo (77 percent match with Japanese Chin). Here is our comparison of the Schipperke vs Pomapoo.
  • Peek A Poo (79 percent match with Japanese Chin). Here is our comparison of the Schipperke vs Peek A Poo.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Schipperke

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Schipperke 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 Schipperke:

  • Bluetick Coonhound (75 percent match with Schipperke). Here is our comparison of the Japanese Chin vs Bluetick Coonhound.
  • Lancashire Heeler (74 percent match with Schipperke). Here is our comparison of the Japanese Chin vs Lancashire Heeler.
  • Miniature Pinscher (75 percent match with Schipperke). Here is our comparison of the Japanese Chin vs Miniature Pinscher.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Japanese Chin Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Japanese Chin versus Golden Retriever     Japanese Chin versus West Highland White Terrier     Japanese Chin versus Standard Poodle     Japanese Chin versus Fila Brasileiro     Japanese Chin versus Peek A Poo     Japanese Chin versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Japanese Chin versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Japanese Chin versus Dogo Argentino     Japanese Chin versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Japanese Chin versus Mountain Cur     Japanese Chin versus American Bulldog     Japanese Chin versus Skye Terrier     Japanese Chin versus Saint Bernard     Japanese Chin versus Bloodhound     Japanese Chin versus Goldendoodle     Japanese Chin versus Dutch Shepherd     Japanese Chin versus Yorkshire Terrier     Japanese Chin versus Belgian Sheepdog     Japanese Chin versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Japanese Chin versus Kishu Ken     Japanese Chin versus Basset Hound     Japanese Chin versus Tibetan Terrier     Japanese Chin versus Whippet     Japanese Chin versus Bordoodle     Japanese Chin versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     

    Schipperke Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Schipperke versus Golden Retriever     Schipperke versus Biewer Terrier     Schipperke versus Sloughi     Schipperke versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Schipperke versus Norwegian Buhund     Schipperke versus Great Dane     Schipperke versus Catahoula Bulldog     Schipperke versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Schipperke versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Schipperke versus Goldador     Schipperke versus Norwich Terrier     Schipperke versus Italian Greyhound     Schipperke versus Cockapoo     Schipperke versus Border Collie     Schipperke versus Standard Poodle     Schipperke versus Welsh Terrier     Schipperke versus Irish Setter     Schipperke versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Schipperke versus German Longhaired Pointer     Schipperke versus Saint Berdoodle     Schipperke versus Afghan Hound     Schipperke versus Cockapoo     Schipperke versus Sealyham Terrier     Schipperke versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Schipperke versus Catahoula Bulldog     

    Conclusion: Japanese Chin versus Schipperke. 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 Japanese Chin and the Schipperke better suits you and your family.