Chihuahua
VS
Leonberger
Chihuahua vs Leonberger
Compare Chihuahua and Leonberger side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Chihuahua
Leonberger
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
15 – 25 cm
65 – 80 cm
Weight
1 – 3 kg
40 – 77 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 18 years
9 – 10 years
Child friendly
2/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
4/5
2/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
4/5
Barking level
5/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Chihuahua
Low grooming
Tiny
Leonberger
Great with kids
Easy to train
Giant
Summary
About Chihuahua
The Chihuahua is a tiny yet sturdy companion dog, usually 1.5–3 kg with an apple-shaped head and large eyes. Found in smooth or long coats in many colors, it is devoted, alert, and bold. It needs daily walks, training, close companionship, and good health and dental care to thrive.
About Leonberger
Large, strongly built “gentle giant” with lion‑coloured, water‑resistant double coat and black mask. Typically calm, devoted, and very good with children and other pets when well socialised. Needs regular exercise, kind training, thorough grooming, and careful health management.
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