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Name	Bichon Frise	Japanese Spitz	Norwich Terrier
Origins	Spain Belgium	Japan	United Kingdom
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise	Nihon Supittsu	Cantab Terrier Jones Terrier Prick-Eared Norwich Terrier Trumpington Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or Norwich Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or Norwich Terrier?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or Japanese Spitz? Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier weight comparison:	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	11-20 pounds (5-10 kg)	10-12 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	15.5 pounds (7.5 kg)	11 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or Norwich Terrier? Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier height comparison:	Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	13.5 inches (34 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)

Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or Norwich Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$700-$1000	$500-$800	$1400-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or Norwich Terrier?	Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get.	Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Norwich Terrier is easier than average to get.

Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Norwich Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier trainability comparison.	Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or Norwich Terrier?	Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or Norwich Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or Norwich Terrier? Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful	Playful Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Proud Companionable	Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier?	High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Norwich Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier social needs comparison:	Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Norwich Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Norwich Terrier 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. See more.	The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Norwich Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier?	Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Norwich Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or Norwich Terrier?	Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Spitz breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Norwich Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Bichon Frise dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Japanese Spitz dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Norwich Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or Norwich Terrier?	Bichon Frise 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.

Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or Norwich Terrier?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bichon Frise bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Japanese Spitz bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Norwich Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Japanese Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Norwich Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Bichon Frise dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier?	The Bichon Frise 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.	Norwich Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts	Patellar Luxation Runny Eyes	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Bichon Frise 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.	Frequent The Norwich Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Bichon Frise, Japanese Spitz and Norwich Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years	10-16 years The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Norwich Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	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. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Norwich Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or Norwich Terrier? Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier energy level comparison:	Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	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.	Norwich Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or Norwich Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal.	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average exercise need.	Norwich Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or Norwich Terrier?	Bichon Frise dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Japanese Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Norwich Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or Norwich Terrier?	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Japanese Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Norwich Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier coat comparison:	Curly	Thick	Wiry Soft
Colors What are the original Bichon Frise, Japanese Spitz and Norwich Terrier color?	Cream White Buff Apricot	White	Black Tan Red Grizzle Wheaten
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or Norwich Terrier? Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Norwich Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or Norwich Terrier? Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or {name3 shedding:	Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs shed moderately. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or Norwich Terrier?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier?	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norwich Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Norwich Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bichon Frise dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Japanese Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Norwich Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or Norwich Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Bichon Frise dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Japanese Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Norwich Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or Norwich Terrier?	Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Japanese Spitz dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Norwich Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or Norwich Terrier?	Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Japanese Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Norwich Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or Norwich Terrier?	Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Japanese Spitz dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Norwich Terrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier?	Yes Bichon Frise 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 Norwich Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bichon Frise is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Japanese Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Norwich Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bichon Frises are usually recommended for elderly people.	Japanese Spitzs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Norwich Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Bichon Frise or Japanese Spitz or Norwich Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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: Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier?	Not really Bichon Frise breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Japanese Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Norwich Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.

Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Bichon Frise and Japanese Spitz and Norwich Terrier have?	2-5 puppies	1-6 puppies	1-3 puppies
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Bichon Frise vs Japanese Spitz vs Norwich Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers 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 The Bichon Frise Club Of America	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	No data available

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