Schipperke
VS
Shiba Inu
Schipperke vs Shiba Inu
Compare Schipperke 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
Schipperke
Shiba Inu
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 33 cm
36 – 42 cm
Weight
3 – 9 kg
7 – 11 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
5/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
2/5
Health
5/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
4/5
5/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Schipperke
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Small
Shiba Inu
Stubborn
Small
Summary
About Schipperke
Schipperkes are small, sturdy Belgian dogs with a square build and thick black double coat forming a ruff and “culottes.” Alert, intelligent, and independent, they’re loyal watchdogs, energetic companions needing daily mental and physical exercise, and generally robust with proper health care.
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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