Shiba Inu
VS
Tibetan Spaniel
Shiba Inu vs Tibetan Spaniel
Compare Shiba Inu and Tibetan Spaniel 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
Shiba Inu
Tibetan Spaniel
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
36 – 42 cm
24 – 25 cm
Weight
7 – 11 kg
4 – 7 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
2/5
4/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
5/5
5/5
Barking level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Shiba Inu
Stubborn
Small
Tibetan Spaniel
Great with kids
Easy to train
Tiny
Summary
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.
About Tibetan Spaniel
Small but sturdy Tibetan companion dog, about 9–15 lb, with a silky double coat, mane-like ruff, and plumed tail. Alert yet not yappy when trained, cat-like in independence, deeply attached to family, good with respectful children, adaptable to city or country with moderate exercise and grooming.
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