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Compare Papillon and Dachshund. Which is better: Papillon or Dachshund or Japanese Spitz?
Name | Papillon | Dachshund | Japanese Spitz |
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Origins | Spain France Belgium | Germany | Japan |
Group | Companion Dogs | Hunting Dogs | Companion Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 53 | 13 | 229 |
Reviews | 4 | 7 | 9 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog |
Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel | Nihon Supittsu |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Papillon or Dachshund or Japanese Spitz? Which is the smallest dog, Papillon or Dachshund or Japanese Spitz? | Small | Small | Small |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Papillon or Dachshund or Dachshund? Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz weight comparison: | Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg) | Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) | 11-20 pounds (5-10 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg) | Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) | 15.5 pounds (7.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Papillon or Dachshund or Japanese Spitz? Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz height comparison: | Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm) | Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm) | 12-15 inches (30-38 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm) | Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm) | 13.5 inches (34 cm) |
Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Papillon or Dachshund or Japanese Spitz? Which is more expensive? | $400-$600 | $500-$700 | $500-$800 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Papillon or Dachshund or Japanese Spitz? | Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get. | Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed. |
Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz intelligence: | Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
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Trainability
Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz trainability comparison. | Papillon dogs are easy to train. | Dachshund dogs are easy to train. | Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Papillon or Dachshund or Japanese Spitz? | Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. | Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. | Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Papillon or Dachshund or Japanese Spitz?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. | Dachshund dogs are average defenders. | Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Papillon or Dachshund or Japanese Spitz? Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz behavior/temperament comparison: |
Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly |
Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever |
Playful Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Proud Companionable |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Japanese Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz? | High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz social needs comparison: | Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Dachshund dogs are a social breed. | Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. | Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Japanese Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Japanese Spitz dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. |
Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz playfulness comparison: | The Papillon is a highly playful breed. | Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz? | A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. | A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. | A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Papillon or Dachshund or Japanese Spitz? | 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 Papillon indoors. | Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Spitz breed. |
Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Japanese Spitz dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Papillon or Dachshund or Japanese Spitz? | Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Dachshund dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work. | Japanese Spitz dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Papillon or Dachshund or Japanese Spitz? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Japanese Spitz bite force: Weak. |
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Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Japanese Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz mouthiness comparison: | Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Japanese Spitz dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz health comparison. Which is the healthier: Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz? | The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Japanese Spitz is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
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Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz health problems comparison: |
Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia |
Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy |
Patellar Luxation Runny Eyes |
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Japanese Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz lifespan comparison. How long do Papillon, Dachshund and Japanese Spitz breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years |
10-16 years The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz? | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | 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. |
Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Papillon or Dachshund or Japanese Spitz?
Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz energy level comparison: | Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Dachshund 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. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Papillon or Dachshund or Japanese Spitz? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises. | Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need. | Japanese Spitz dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Papillon or Dachshund or Japanese Spitz? | Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Dachshund 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. |
Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Papillon or Dachshund or Japanese Spitz? | 1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 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. |
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz weight gain potential comparison: | Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. | High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Low to Average: The Japanese Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. |
Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz coat comparison: | Feathered | Fine | Thick |
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Colors
What are the original Papillon, Dachshund and Japanese Spitz color? |
Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon |
Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown | White |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Papillon or Dachshund or Japanese Spitz? Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz grooming comparison: | Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. | Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Papillon or Dachshund or Japanese Spitz? Papillon or Dachshund or {name3 shedding: | Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. | Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. | Japanese Spitz dogs shed moderately. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Papillon or Dachshund or Japanese Spitz? | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
Hypoallergenic
Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz? | Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell. |
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets. | Japanese Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Papillon or Dachshund or Japanese Spitz? Which dog is more friendly? | Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Japanese Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Papillon or Dachshund or Japanese Spitz? | Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. | Japanese Spitz dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Papillon or Dachshund or Japanese Spitz? | Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Japanese Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Papillon or Dachshund or Japanese Spitz? | Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Japanese Spitz dogs are dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz? |
Yes Papillon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Dachshund 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. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Papillon is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Japanese Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people. | Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people. | Japanese Spitzs are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese 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. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Papillon or Dachshund or Japanese Spitz? Which is better for autism? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
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. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. | 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: Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz? | Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Japanese Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
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. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
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. |
Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Papillon and Dachshund and Japanese Spitz have? | 2-4 puppies | 4-8 puppies | 1-6 puppies |
Papillon vs Dachshund vs Japanese Spitz Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section. | Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section. | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds 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 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 Canadian Canine Registry |
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 |
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