English Bulldog vs Shiba Inu

Compare English Bulldog and Shiba Inu 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

English Bulldog

Shiba Inu

Breed type

Purebred

Height

31 – 40 cm

36 – 42 cm

Weight

22 – 25 kg

7 – 11 kg

Life expectancy

8 – 10 years

12 – 15 years

Child friendly

5/5

3/5

Energy level

2/5

3/5

Intelligence

4/5

3/5

Trainability

3/5

2/5

Health

3/5

Grooming needs

3/5

Shedding

3/5

5/5

Barking level

3/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

Characteristics

English Bulldog

Great with kids

Super smart

Medium

Shiba Inu

Stubborn

Small

Summary

About English Bulldog

The English Bulldog is a compact, muscular companion with a broad chest, wrinkled face and short coat. Calm and affectionate, it bonds closely with families, often adores children, and needs gentle, moderate exercise plus careful lifelong management of breathing, skin and joint health.

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About Shiba Inu

Ancient Japanese spitz-type hunting dog, small yet muscular with foxlike face, curled tail and plush double coat in red, black and tan or sesame with urajiro. Independent, catlike, loyal but reserved, strong-willed, high prey drive, needs early socialisation, firm positive training and regular exercise.

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