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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cavalier or Nihon Supittsu or Deutscher Spitz? Find the right dog for you

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Name Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Japanese Spitz German Spitz
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Cavalier
Cavie
Cav
Nihon Supittsu Deutscher Spitz
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or German Spitz? Which is the smallest dog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or German Spitz?
Small Small Small
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or Japanese Spitz? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz weight comparison:
10-18 pounds (5-8 kg) 11-20 pounds (5-10 kg) Male: 24-33 pounds (11-15 kg), Female: 18-27 pounds (8-12 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
14 pounds (6.5 kg) 15.5 pounds (7.5 kg) Male: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or German Spitz? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz height comparison:
12-13 inches (30-33 cm) 12-15 inches (30-38 cm) Male: 19-23 inches (48-58 cm), Female: 15-19 inches (38-48 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
12.5 inches (31.5 cm) 13.5 inches (34 cm) Male: 21 inches (53 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or German Spitz? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1500 $500-$800 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or German Spitz?
Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.
Average: The German Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: German Spitz is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz trainability comparison.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train.
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Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train.
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German Spitz dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or German Spitz?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs.
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German Spitz dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or German Spitz? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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German Spitz dogs are average defenders.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or German Spitz? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness
Playful
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Proud
Companionable
Independent
Devoted
Lively
Attentive
Trainable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Japanese Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: German Spitz dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz?
High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: German Spitz dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz social needs comparison:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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German Spitz dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Japanese Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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German Spitz dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Japanese Spitz dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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German Spitz dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz playfulness comparison:
Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed.
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The German Spitz is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz?
Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally.
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A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The German Spitz is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or German Spitz?
Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Spitz breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep German Spitz indoors.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Japanese Spitz dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: German Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or German Spitz?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Japanese Spitz dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or German Spitz?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Japanese Spitz bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

German Spitz bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Japanese Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The German Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz mouthiness comparison:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Japanese Spitz dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Spitz dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Japanese Spitz is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
German Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Dry Eye
Episodic Falling Syndrome
Syringomyelia
Patellar Luxation
Runny Eyes
Luxating Patella
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Dental Problems
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Japanese Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The German Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz lifespan comparison. How long do Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Japanese Spitz and German Spitz breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years
10-16 years
The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Spitz: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Japanese Spitz can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or German Spitz? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz energy level comparison:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Japanese Spitz dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
German Spitz dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or German Spitz? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need.
Japanese Spitz dogs have an average exercise need.
German Spitz dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or German Spitz?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Japanese Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
German Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or German Spitz?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The Japanese Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The German Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz coat comparison:
Feathered Thick Dense
Straight
Colors
What are the original Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Japanese Spitz and German Spitz color?
Tan
Tricolor
Blenheim
Ruby
White Black
White
Orange
Tricolor
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or German Spitz? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz grooming comparison:
Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The German Spitz requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or German Spitz? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or {name3 shedding:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average.
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Japanese Spitz dogs shed moderately.
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German Spitz dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or German Spitz?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz?

High 🔼

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The German Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Japanese Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
German Spitz dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or German Spitz? Which dog is more friendly?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Japanese Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or German Spitz?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Japanese Spitz dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
German Spitz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or German Spitz?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Japanese Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or German Spitz?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Japanese Spitz dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz?
Yes
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Japanese Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
German Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Japanese Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
German Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Japanese Spitzs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
German Spitzs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Spitz or German Spitz? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz?

Not really

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Japanese Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

German Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Japanese Spitz and German Spitz have?
3-5 puppies 1-6 puppies 2-4 puppies

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service

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