Active
Curious
Playful
Adventurous
Funny
Loving
Stubborn
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal

Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Lively
Gentle
Going
Sweet
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Charming

Chin-Fenpinschers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Shi-Beagles are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

United States

United States

Affenpinscher and Japanese Chin

Shiba Inu, Beagle

Unknown

2000's

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
White
Sable
Silver

Black
Brown
Red
White

Chin-Fenpinschers have medium-length coats.

Shi-Beagles have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Chin-Fenpinscher can have a litter of 1-3 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Shi-Beagle can have a litter of 2-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Corneal Dystrophy

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Demodectic Mange
Deafness
Demodicosis
Wobbler's Syndrome
Microphthalmia
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Cerebellar Abiotrophy (Ataxia)

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Yearly Physical Examination
Full Chemistry Panel Tests and Blood Count
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Various Blood Tests
Echocardiography (ultrasound)
Myelography (Dye And X-Ray to Assess The Spinal Cord)

Chin-Fenpinscher has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Shi-Beagle has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Chin-Fenpinschers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Shi-Beagles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Chin-Fenpinschers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Shi-Beagles are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chin-Fenpinscher, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Shi-Beagle, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chin-Fenpinschers usually need at least 20 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Shi-Beagles usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Chin-Fenpinschers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Shi-Beagle has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 5-10 pound (2 - 5 kg) Chin-Fenpinscher feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 18-30 pound (8 - 14 kg) Shi-Beagle feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Chin-Fenpinscher is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Shi-Beagle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chin-Fenpinscher is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Shi-Beagle is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Chin-Fenpinschers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Chin-Fenpinschers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Shi-Beagle is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Chin-Fenpinschers are not the best choice for families with kids.

Shi-Beagles are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Chin-Fenpinschers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Shi-Beagles are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Chin-Fenpinschers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Shi-Beagles are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Chin-Fenpinschers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Shi-Beagles are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.