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Name	German Spitz	Japanese Spitz	Chow Chow
Origins	Germany	Japan	China
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Spitz	Nihon Supittsu	Chowdren Chow
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Spitz or Japanese Spitz or Chow Chow? Which is the smallest dog, German Spitz or Japanese Spitz or Chow Chow?	Small Medium	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, German Spitz or Japanese Spitz or Japanese Spitz? German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow weight comparison:	Male: 24-33 pounds (11-15 kg), Female: 18-27 pounds (8-12 kg)	11-20 pounds (5-10 kg)	45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	15.5 pounds (7.5 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Spitz or Japanese Spitz or Chow Chow? German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow height comparison:	Male: 19-23 inches (48-58 cm), Female: 15-19 inches (38-48 cm)	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21 inches (53 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	13.5 inches (34 cm)	20 inches (51 cm)

German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Spitz or Japanese Spitz or Chow Chow? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$500-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, German Spitz or Japanese Spitz or Chow Chow?	Average: The German Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Chow Chow is quite easy to get.

German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow intelligence:	Very smart: German Spitz is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low: The Chow Chow is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Trainability German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow trainability comparison.	German Spitz dogs are easy to train. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Spitz or Japanese Spitz or Chow Chow?	German Spitz dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Spitz or Japanese Spitz or Chow Chow? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	German Spitz dogs are average defenders. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are average defenders. See more.
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German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Spitz or Japanese Spitz or Chow Chow? German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Devoted Lively Attentive Trainable	Playful Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Proud Companionable	Aloof Independent Protective Intelligent Loyal Quiet Detached
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: German Spitz dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow?	Average: German Spitz dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Chow Chow dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow social needs comparison:	German Spitz dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	German Spitz dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Chow Chow dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	German Spitz dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. 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.	Chow Chow dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow playfulness comparison:	The German Spitz is a playful breed. See more.	The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed. See more.	Chow Chows are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow?	Average to High: The German Spitz is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Chow Chow barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly German Spitz or Japanese Spitz or Chow Chow?	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.	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 Chow Chow indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: German Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Japanese Spitz dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Chow Chow dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: German Spitz or Japanese Spitz or Chow Chow?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Japanese Spitz dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Chow Chow dogs handle alone time quite well.

German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: German Spitz or Japanese Spitz or Chow Chow?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 German Spitz bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Japanese Spitz bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Chow Chow bite force: Ordinary.
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 German Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Japanese Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow mouthiness comparison:	German Spitz dogs have a higher than 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.	Chow Chow dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow?	German Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.	The Japanese Spitz is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Chow Chow 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: German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow health problems comparison:	Luxating Patella Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Dental Problems	Patellar Luxation Runny Eyes	Hip Dysplasia Ectropion
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The German Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Japanese Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Chow Chow should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow lifespan comparison. How long do German Spitz, Japanese Spitz and Chow Chow breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Spitz: 13 years	10-16 years The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Chow Chow: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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 cold weather The Chow Chow can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a German Spitz or Japanese Spitz or Chow Chow? German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow energy level comparison:	German Spitz dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	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.	Chow Chow dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Spitz or Japanese Spitz or Chow Chow? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Spitz dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average exercise need.	Chow Chow dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Spitz or Japanese Spitz or Chow Chow?	German Spitz 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.	Chow Chow dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Spitz or Japanese Spitz or Chow Chow?	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.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The German Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Japanese Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chow Chow's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow coat comparison:	Dense Straight	Thick	Rough
Colors What are the original German Spitz, Japanese Spitz and Chow Chow color?	Black White Orange Tricolor	White	Black Red Blue Cream Cinnamon
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Spitz or Japanese Spitz or Chow Chow? German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow grooming comparison:	Advanced: The German Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Spitz or Japanese Spitz or Chow Chow? German Spitz or Japanese Spitz or {name3 shedding:	German Spitz dogs shed above average. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs shed moderately. See more.	Chow Chow dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: German Spitz or Japanese Spitz or Chow Chow?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow?	Medium ⏺ The German Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The German Spitz 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 Chow Chow is an average drooler. See more.

German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow Good With Comparison

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

German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow 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: German Spitz or Japanese Spitz or Chow Chow? Which is better for autism?	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.	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: German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow?	Not really German Spitz 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 Chow Chow 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow 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 German Spitz and Japanese Spitz and Chow Chow have?	2-4 puppies	1-6 puppies	3-6 puppies
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German Spitz vs Japanese Spitz vs Chow Chow Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1903 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz 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 Asian Spitz and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	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	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

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