Breed Comparison: Japanese Chin Versus Welsh Terrier

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Japanese Chin Versus Welsh Terrier: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Japanese Chin and the Welsh Terrier 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 Welsh Terrier. 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 Welsh Terrier.

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 Welsh Terrier.

Japanese Chin versus Welsh Terrier

Japanese Chin versus Welsh Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Japanese Chin and the Welsh Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Japanese Chin is a tiny-sized dog while the Welsh Terrier is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, 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.

On the other hand, the Welsh Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

Japanese Chin versus Welsh Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Japanese Chin to the Welsh Terrier 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 Welsh Terrier

Factor Japanese Chin Welsh Terrier
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 5/5 1/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 10 to 14 years
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 1/5
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 2/5
General Health 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Intelligence 3/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Weight 4 to 9 pounds Up to 20 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 3/5
Height 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder 14 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 12.0 years
Average Price $1930 $2510
Price Range $1500 – $2100 $1350 – $3834
Temperament Score 100.0 percent 76.3 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination, minimum age 3 years
  • Gangliosidosis (GM2)
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Eye Examination
  • Primary Lens Luxation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 102 108
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 62 53

    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 Welsh Terrier. 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 Welsh Terrier is 77 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Japanese Chin is a better pet than the Welsh Terrier. 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 Welsh Terrier 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 Welsh Terrier

    Below is a list of where the Japanese Chin and the Welsh Terrier 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, Welsh Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Japanese Chins do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful. However, Welsh Terriers do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Japanese Chins have low energy levels. They do not require a lot exercise time. However, Welsh Terriers have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Japanese Chins have low exercise needs. However, Welsh Terriers require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • The Similarities Between the Japanese Chin and the Welsh Terrier

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

  • Both the Japanese Chin and the Welsh Terrier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Japanese Chin and the Welsh Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Japanese Chin and the Welsh Terrier cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Japanese Chin and the Welsh Terrier are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Japanese Chin and the Welsh Terrier are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Japanese Chin and the Welsh Terrier are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Japanese Chin versus Welsh Terrier

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

    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, Welsh Terriers weigh Up to 20 pounds when fully grown. Welsh Terriers are 14 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Japanese Chin versus Welsh Terrier

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

    The lifespan of Welsh Terriers is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Welsh Terriers is 12.0 years.

    Temperament of the Japanese Chin Versus the Welsh Terrier

    The Japanese Chin has a better temperament than the Welsh Terrier.

    This is because the temperament score for the Japanese Chin is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Welsh Terrier is 76.3 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 100.0 percent, the Japanese Chin has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 76.3 percent, the Welsh Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Japanese Chin and the Welsh Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 5 Japanese Chins and 38 Welsh Terriers.

    Price of Japanese Chin versus Price of Welsh Terrier

    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 Welsh Terrier puppy is $2510. The price of the Welsh Terrier typically ranges from $1350 – $3834. However, the price of the Welsh Terrier can be as low as $1200 and as high as $3834. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 13 Welsh Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Welsh Terrier is more expensive than the Japanese Chin.

    Japanese Chin Welsh Terrier
    Average Price $1930 $2510
    Price Range $1500 to $2100 $1350 to $3834

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Japanese Chin and Welsh Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Japanese Chin puppies or how many Welsh Terrier 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 Welsh Terriers

    A breakdown of the prices of Welsh Terriers

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Japanese Chin puppy or the Welsh Terrier 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 Japanese Chin versus the Intelligence of the Welsh Terrier

    Japanese Chin Welsh Terrier
    Intelligence Rank 62 out of 130 dog breeds 53 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 40 To 80 Repetitions! Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 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 Welsh Terrier has an obedience intelligence rank of 53 out of 130 dog breeds. The Welsh Terrier belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Welsh Terriers tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.

    The Welsh Terrier 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 Welsh Terrier

    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 Welsh Terrier over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Japanese Chin is more popular with dog owners than the Welsh Terrier. 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 Welsh Terrier is 108 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Japanese Chin

    Popularity of Japanese Chin

    Popularity of Welsh Terrier

    Popularity of Welsh Terrier

    Year Japanese Chin Popularity Rank Welsh Terrier Popularity Rank
    2013 87 104
    2014 93 106
    2015 97 108
    2016 108 111
    2017 108 109
    2018 104 107
    2019 108 110
    2020 111 112

    Health Problems of Japanese Chin versus Health Problems of Welsh Terrier

    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 Welsh Terrier 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 Japanese Chin is prone to more genetic health problems than the Welsh Terrier.

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

    4 health tests are recommended for Japanese Chin while 2 tests are recommended for the Welsh Terrier.

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

    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.

    Welsh Terrier Health Problems

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

  • Eye Examination
  • Primary Lens Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Welsh Terriers here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Japanese Chins and Welsh Terriers

    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 Welsh Terrier Breed is Primary Lens Luxation problems.

    This is because the Welsh Terrier ranks 14 out of 17 dog breeds for Primary Lens Luxation problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 365 Welsh Terriers, 1 of them had Primary Lens Luxation problems.

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

  • Primary Lens Luxation problems: Rank 14 out of 17 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 24 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 89 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 108 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Japanese Chin and in Welsh Terrier and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Japanese Chin and the Welsh Terrier:

    Disease Japanese Chin Rank Welsh Terrier 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 108 out of 145 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 13 out of 182 dog breeds Not Common
    Congenital Cardiac problems 44 out of 159 dog breeds Not Common
    Primary Lens Luxation problems Not Common 14 out of 17 dog breeds
    Degenerative Myelopathy problems Not Common 24 out of 70 dog breeds
    Hips problems Not Common 89 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 Welsh Terrier

    Japanese Chins do not like to be left alone.

    Welsh Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Japanese Chins shed more than Welsh Terriers?

    Japanese Chins shed moderately.

    Welsh Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Japanese Chin or the Welsh Terrier

    Japanese Chins do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Welsh Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Japanese Chin or the Welsh Terrier?

    Japanese Chins are moderately easy to groom.

    Welsh Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Japanese Chin Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Welsh Terrier?

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

    Welsh Terriers 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.

    Do Japanese Chins Bark and Howl? What about Welsh Terriers?

    Japanese Chins bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can Japanese Chins Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Welsh Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Japanese Chins can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Welsh Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Japanese Chin vs. Welsh Terrier

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

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

    Can Japanese Chins Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Welsh Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Welsh Terriers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

    Japanese Chins get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Welsh Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Japanese Chins good family dogs? What about Welsh Terriers?

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

    Welsh Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Japanese Chins and Welsh Terriers?

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

    Welsh Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Japanese Chin Easier to Train than the Welsh Terrier?

    Japanese Chins are fairly easy to train.

    Welsh Terriers are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Japanese Chin Better for Apartment Owners than the Welsh Terrier?

    Japanese Chins adapt very well to apartment living.

    Welsh Terriers adapt moderately well to apartment living.

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

    Japanese Chins are very good for new dog owners.

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

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

  • Jack Russell Terrier (79 percent match with Welsh Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Japanese Chin vs Jack Russell Terrier.
  • Stabyhoun (76 percent match with Welsh Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Japanese Chin vs Stabyhoun.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Japanese Chin Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Welsh Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Japanese Chin versus Welsh Terrier. 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 Welsh Terrier better suits you and your family.