Is the Papipoo Better than the Shiba Inu as a Pet? Answer…

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Papipoo Versus Shiba Inu: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Papipoo and the Shiba Inu? 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 Papipoo and the Shiba Inu 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 Papipoo and the Shiba Inu.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Papipoo and the Shiba Inu 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 Papipoo and for the Shiba Inu. 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 Papipoo and the Shiba Inu.

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

Papipoo versus Shiba Inu: Overview

A very important difference between the Papipoo and the Shiba Inu is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Papipoo is a tiny-sized dog while the Shiba Inu is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Papipoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Shiba Inu 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.

Papipoo versus Shiba Inu: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Papipoo to the Shiba Inu 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 Papipoo and the Shiba Inu

Factor Papipoo Shiba Inu
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 10 to 11 inches 13 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 10 to 14 years 12 to 16 years
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 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 4/5
Easy To Train 5/5 2/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Weight 6 to 14 pounds 17 to 23 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 14.0 years
Average Price $1500 $2130
Price Range $1500 – $1500 $1600 – $2500
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Papipoo 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 Shiba Inu. 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 Papipoo is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Shiba Inu is 82 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Papipoo is a better pet than the Shiba Inu. So, you should get the Papipoo!

    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 Papipoo and the Shiba Inu so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Papipoo and the Shiba Inu

    Below is a list of where the Papipoo and the Shiba Inu are most different:

  • Papipoos do not like to be left alone. However, Shiba Inus can be left alone for some time without problems.
  • Papipoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies. However, Shiba Inus shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Papipoos are very easy to train. However, Shiba Inus are not easy to train.
  • The Similarities Between the Papipoo and the Shiba Inu

    The Papipoo and the Shiba Inu are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Papipoo and the Shiba Inu are most similar:

  • Both the Papipoo and the Shiba Inu do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Shiba Inu are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Shiba Inu can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Shiba Inu get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Shiba Inu are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Shiba Inu adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Shiba Inu are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Shiba Inu are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Shiba Inu are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Shiba Inu have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Papipoo versus Shiba Inu

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Papipoo and the Shiba Inu.

    Papipoos weigh 6 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Papipoos are 10 to 11 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Shiba Inus weigh 17 to 23 pounds when fully grown. Shiba Inus are 13 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Papipoo versus Shiba Inu

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

    The lifespan of Shiba Inus is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Shiba Inus is 14.0 years.

    Shiba Inus live longer than Papipoos.

    Price of Papipoo versus Price of Shiba Inu

    The average price of the Papipoo puppy is $1500. The price of the Papipoo typically ranges from $1500 – $1500. However, the price of a Papipoo can be as low as $1500 and as high as $1500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1 Papipoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Shiba Inu puppy is $2130. The price of the Shiba Inu typically ranges from $1600 – $2500. However, the price of the Shiba Inu can be as low as $600 and as high as $6995. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 283 Shiba Inu puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Shiba Inu is more expensive than the Papipoo.

    Papipoo Shiba Inu
    Average Price $1500 $2130
    Price Range $1500 to $1500 $1600 to $2500

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Papipoo and Shiba Inu. For different price points, the charts show how many Papipoo puppies or how many Shiba Inu puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Shiba Inus

    A breakdown of the prices of Shiba Inus

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Papipoo puppy or the Shiba Inu 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.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Papipoo versus Shiba Inu

    Papipoos do not like to be left alone.

    Shiba Inus can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Do Papipoos shed more than Shiba Inus?

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

    Shiba Inus shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Papipoo or the Shiba Inu

    Papipoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Shiba Inus do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Papipoo or the Shiba Inu?

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

    Shiba Inus are very easy to groom.

    Does the Papipoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shiba Inu?

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

    Shiba Inus have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Papipoos Bark and Howl? What about Shiba Inus?

    Papipoos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

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

    Can Papipoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shiba Inus Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Papipoos cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Shiba Inus can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Papipoo vs. Shiba Inu

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

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

    Can Papipoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shiba Inus Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Papipoos can tolerate hot weather.

    Shiba Inus can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Papipoo or the Shiba Inu?

    Papipoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Shiba Inus get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Papipoos good family dogs? What about Shiba Inus?

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

    Shiba Inus are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Papipoos and Shiba Inus?

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

    Shiba Inus get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Papipoo Easier to Train than the Shiba Inu?

    Papipoos are very easy to train.

    Shiba Inus are not easy to train.

    Is the Papipoo Better for Apartment Owners than the Shiba Inu?

    Papipoos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Shiba Inus adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Papipoo or the Shiba Inu?

    Papipoos are very good for new dog owners.

    Shiba Inus are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papipoo

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

  • Papillon (86 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Shiba Inu vs Papillon.
  • Bich Poo (83 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Shiba Inu vs Bich Poo.
  • Toy Poodle (81 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Shiba Inu vs Toy Poodle.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shiba Inu

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

  • Manchester Terrier (72 percent match with Shiba Inu). Here is our comparison of the Papipoo vs Manchester Terrier.
  • Cardigan Welsh Corgi (74 percent match with Shiba Inu). Here is our comparison of the Papipoo vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Papipoo and how the Shiba Inu compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Papipoo and of the Shiba Inu to other breeds:

    Papipoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Shiba Inu Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Papipoo versus Shiba Inu. 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 Papipoo and the Shiba Inu better suits you and your family.