Chihuahua vs Pocket Beagle

Compare the Chihuahua to the Pocket Beagle. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Chihuahuas and Pocket Beagles.

Chihuahua vs Pocket Beagle
Chihuahua
Pocket Beagle
Chihuahua
Pocket Beagle
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General Details
Chihuahua
Pocket Beagle
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
15-20 Years
11-14 Years
Height
6-9 Inches
7-12 Inches
Weight
3-6 Pounds
7-15 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Chihuahua
Pocket Beagle
Origin Country
Mexico
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1850 AD
1600 AD
Temperament
Chihuahua
Pocket Beagle
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Chihuahua
Pocket Beagle
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Chihuahua
Pocket Beagle
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Chihuahua
Pocket Beagle
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
14 MPH
Strength
Low
Low
Grooming Needs
Chihuahua
Pocket Beagle
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chihuahua
Pocket Beagle
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Chihuahua
Pocket Beagle
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Chihuahua
Pocket Beagle
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chihuahua
Pocket Beagle
Average Lifespan
15-20 Years
11-14 Years
Health Concerns
Chihuahua
Pocket Beagle
Common Health Issues
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Heart murmurs
Open fontanel
Collapsed trachea
Luxating patella
Pulmonic stenosis
Hypoglycemia
Hydrocephalus
Shivering
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Obesity
Dental problems
Respiratory problems
Epilepsy
Beagle dwarfism
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chihuahua
Pocket Beagle
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Long
Short
Coat Coloring
Chihuahua
Pocket Beagle
Breed Colors
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