Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Shih Tzu Versus Shiloh Shepherd: Introduction
- Shih Tzu versus Shiloh Shepherd: Overview
- Shih Tzu versus Shiloh Shepherd: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Shih Tzu and the Shiloh Shepherd
- The Similarities Between the Shih Tzu and the Shiloh Shepherd
- Size (Weight and Height) of Shih Tzu versus Shiloh Shepherd
- Lifespan of Shih Tzu versus Shiloh Shepherd
- Temperament of the Shiloh Shepherd Versus the Shih Tzu
- Tolerates Being Alone: Shih Tzu versus Shiloh Shepherd
- Do Shih Tzus shed more than Shiloh Shepherds?
- Which one drools more, the Shih Tzu or the Shiloh Shepherd
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Shih Tzu or the Shiloh Shepherd?
- Does the Shih Tzu Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shiloh Shepherd?
- Do Shih Tzus Bark and Howl? What about Shiloh Shepherds?
- Can Shih Tzus Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shiloh Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Shih Tzu vs. Shiloh Shepherd
- Can Shih Tzus Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shiloh Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Shih Tzu or the Shiloh Shepherd?
- Are Shih Tzus good family dogs? What about Shiloh Shepherds?
- How Kid-friendly are Shih Tzus and Shiloh Shepherds?
- Is the Shih Tzu Easier to Train than the Shiloh Shepherd?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shih Tzu
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shiloh Shepherd
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Shih Tzu versus Shiloh Shepherd. Which One is a Better Pet?
Shih Tzu Versus Shiloh Shepherd: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Shih Tzu and the Shiloh Shepherd? 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 Shih Tzu and the Shiloh Shepherd 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 Shih Tzu and the Shiloh Shepherd.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Shih Tzu and the Shiloh Shepherd 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 Shih Tzu and for the Shiloh Shepherd. 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 Shih Tzu and the Shiloh Shepherd.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Shih Tzu or the Shiloh Shepherd.
Shih Tzu versus Shiloh Shepherd: Overview
A very important difference between the Shih Tzu and the Shiloh Shepherd is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Shih Tzu is a tiny-sized dog while the Shiloh Shepherd is a giant-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Shih Tzu 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 Shiloh Shepherd belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
Shih Tzu versus Shiloh Shepherd: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Shih Tzu to the Shiloh Shepherd 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 Shih Tzu and the Shiloh Shepherd
| Factor | Shih Tzu | Shiloh Shepherd |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 16 years | 9 to 14 years |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder | 26 to 30 inches |
| Weight | 9 to 16 pounds | 80 to 130 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 11.5 years |
| Average Price | $1820 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1200 – $2300 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 77.6 percent | 80.8 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Shih Tzu 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 Shiloh Shepherd. 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 Shih Tzu is 86 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Shiloh Shepherd is 82 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Shih Tzu is a better pet than the Shiloh Shepherd. So, you should get the Shih Tzu!
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 Shih Tzu and the Shiloh Shepherd so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Shih Tzu and the Shiloh Shepherd
Below is a list of where the Shih Tzu and the Shiloh Shepherd are most different:
The Similarities Between the Shih Tzu and the Shiloh Shepherd
The Shih Tzu and the Shiloh Shepherd are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Shih Tzu and the Shiloh Shepherd are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Shih Tzu versus Shiloh Shepherd
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Shih Tzu and the Shiloh Shepherd.
Shih Tzus weigh 9 to 16 pounds when fully grown. Shih Tzus are 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Shiloh Shepherds weigh 80 to 130 pounds when fully grown. Shiloh Shepherds are 26 to 30 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Shih Tzu versus Shiloh Shepherd
The lifespan of Shih Tzus is between 10 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Shih Tzus is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of Shiloh Shepherds is between 9 to 14 years . The average lifespan of Shiloh Shepherds is 11.5 years.
Shih Tzus live longer than Shiloh Shepherds.
Temperament of the Shiloh Shepherd Versus the Shih Tzu
The Shiloh Shepherd has a better temperament than the Shih Tzu.
This is because the temperament score for the Shiloh Shepherd is 80.8 percent while the temperament score for the Shih Tzu is 77.6 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 77.6 percent, the Shih Tzu has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 80.8 percent, the Shiloh Shepherd has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Shih Tzu and the Shiloh Shepherd by measuring the temperaments of 49 Shih Tzus and 26 Shiloh Shepherds.
Tolerates Being Alone: Shih Tzu versus Shiloh Shepherd
Shih Tzus can be left alone only for a short time.
Shiloh Shepherds do not like to be left alone.
Do Shih Tzus shed more than Shiloh Shepherds?
Shih Tzus shed moderately.
Shiloh Shepherds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Shih Tzu or the Shiloh Shepherd
Shih Tzus do have a very low tendency to drool.
Shiloh Shepherds drool moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Shih Tzu or the Shiloh Shepherd?
Shih Tzus require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Shiloh Shepherds are very easy to groom.
Does the Shih Tzu Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shiloh Shepherd?
Shih Tzus 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.
Shiloh Shepherds 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 Shih Tzus Bark and Howl? What about Shiloh Shepherds?
Shih Tzus are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Shiloh Shepherds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Shih Tzus Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shiloh Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Shih Tzus can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Shiloh Shepherds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Shih Tzu vs. Shiloh Shepherd
Shih Tzus do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Shiloh Shepherds have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Shih Tzus Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shiloh Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Shih Tzus cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Shiloh Shepherds can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Shih Tzu or the Shiloh Shepherd?
Shih Tzus get along very well with other dogs.
Shiloh Shepherds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Shih Tzus good family dogs? What about Shiloh Shepherds?
Shih Tzus are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Shiloh Shepherds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Shih Tzus and Shiloh Shepherds?
Shih Tzus get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Shiloh Shepherds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Shih Tzu Easier to Train than the Shiloh Shepherd?
Shih Tzus are fairly easy to train.
Shiloh Shepherds are very easy to train.
Is the Shih Tzu Better for Apartment Owners than the Shiloh Shepherd?
Shih Tzus adapt very well to apartment living.
Shiloh Shepherds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Shih Tzu or the Shiloh Shepherd?
Shih Tzus are very good for new dog owners.
Shiloh Shepherds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shih Tzu
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Shih Tzu 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 Shih Tzu:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shiloh Shepherd
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Shiloh Shepherd 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 Shiloh Shepherd:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Shih Tzu and how the Shiloh Shepherd compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Shih Tzu and of the Shiloh Shepherd to other breeds:
Shih Tzu Versus Other Dog Breeds
Shih Tzu versus Rottweiler Shih Tzu versus Akita Shih Tzu versus Chinese Crested Shih Tzu versus Australian Terrier Shih Tzu versus Vizsla Shih Tzu versus English Cocker Spaniel Shih Tzu versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Shih Tzu versus Chihuahua Shih Tzu versus Australian Kelpie Shih Tzu versus Cockalier Shih Tzu versus Kai Ken Shih Tzu versus American Pit Bull Terrier Shih Tzu versus Pekingese Shih Tzu versus Black Mouth Cur Shih Tzu versus Great Pyrenees Shih Tzu versus Portuguese Pointer Shih Tzu versus Boykin Spaniel Shih Tzu versus Vizsla Shih Tzu versus Azawakh Shih Tzu versus Miniature Schnauzer Shih Tzu versus Schipperke Shih Tzu versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Shih Tzu versus Labradoodle Shih Tzu versus Lakeland Terrier Shih Tzu versus Cockalier
Shiloh Shepherd Versus Other Dog Breeds
Shiloh Shepherd versus Kuvasz Shiloh Shepherd versus Brittany Shiloh Shepherd versus Australian Cattle Dog Shiloh Shepherd versus Morkie Shiloh Shepherd versus English Cocker Spaniel Shiloh Shepherd versus Komondor Shiloh Shepherd versus American Eskimo Dog Shiloh Shepherd versus Belgian Tervuren Shiloh Shepherd versus Lhasa Apso Shiloh Shepherd versus Icelandic Sheepdog Shiloh Shepherd versus Bordoodle Shiloh Shepherd versus Whippet Shiloh Shepherd versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Shiloh Shepherd versus American Staffordshire Terrier Shiloh Shepherd versus Golden Cocker Retriever Shiloh Shepherd versus Black Mouth Cur Shiloh Shepherd versus Japanese Spitz Shiloh Shepherd versus Pekingese Shiloh Shepherd versus Pomeranian Shiloh Shepherd versus Kooikerhondje Shiloh Shepherd versus Catahoula Bulldog Shiloh Shepherd versus Maltipoo Shiloh Shepherd versus Pharaoh Hound Shiloh Shepherd versus Jack Russell Terrier Shiloh Shepherd versus Bordoodle
Conclusion: Shih Tzu versus Shiloh Shepherd. 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 Shih Tzu and the Shiloh Shepherd better suits you and your family.