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Name	Gordon Setter	Japanese Spitz	Alaskan Klee Kai
Origins	Scotland	Japan	United States
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Group	Gun Dog	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	104	229	210
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Gordon Castle Setters	Nihon Supittsu	Klee Kai Mini Husky Miniature Alaskan Husky
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai? Which is the smallest dog, Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai?	Large	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or Japanese Spitz? Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai weight comparison:	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	11-20 pounds (5-10 kg)	10-23 pounds (4.3-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	15.5 pounds (7.5 kg)	16.5 pounds (4.6.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai? Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)	13-17.5 inches (33-42 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	13.5 inches (34 cm)	13-17.5 inches (37.5 cm)

Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$500-$800	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai?	Frequent: The Gordon Setter is easier than average to get.	Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Alaskan Klee Kai is a commonly available dog breed.

Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai intelligence:	Smart: The Gordon Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	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.
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Trainability Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai trainability comparison.	Gordon Setter dogs are easy to train. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai?	Gordon Setter dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Gordon Setter dogs are average defenders. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai? Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Intelligent Confident Loyal Fearless Eager	Playful Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Proud Companionable	Active Curious Agile Intelligent Loyal Territorial Quick
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.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai?	High: Gordon Setter 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.	High: Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai social needs comparison:	Gordon Setter dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Gordon Setter is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Alaskan Klee Kai is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Gordon Setter 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.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai playfulness comparison:	The Gordon Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Alaskan Klee Kai is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai?	Average: The Gordon Setter barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Alaskan Klee Kai rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Gordon Setter 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 Alaskan Klee Kai indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Gordon Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Japanese Spitz dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai?	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.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Gordon Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Japanese Spitz bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alaskan Klee Kai 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 Gordon Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Japanese Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Alaskan Klee Kai has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai mouthiness comparison:	Gordon Setter 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.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai health comparison. Which is the healthier: Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai?	The Gordon Setter 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.	Alaskan Klee Kais tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai health problems comparison:	No data available	Patellar Luxation Runny Eyes	Hypothyroidism Autoimmune Hypothyroidism Factor Vii Deficiency Vaccination Sensitivity
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Gordon Setter 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 Alaskan Klee Kai should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai lifespan comparison. How long do Gordon Setter, Japanese Spitz and Alaskan Klee Kai breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Gordon Setter: 11 years	10-16 years The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Klee Kai: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Gordon Setter 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 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 Alaskan Klee Kai can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai? Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai energy level comparison:	Gordon Setter dogs are high-energy 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.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Gordon Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average exercise need.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai?	Gordon Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.	Japanese Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai?	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	Recommended daily amount: 3/4 to 1 1/2 cups 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? Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Gordon Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Japanese Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Alaskan Klee Kai has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai coat comparison:	Soft Wavy Shiny Straight	Thick	Thick
Colors What are the original Gordon Setter, Japanese Spitz and Alaskan Klee Kai color?	Black Tan Red	White	Black Gray Red White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai? Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Gordon Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Alaskan Klee Kai doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai? Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or {name3 shedding:	Gordon Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs shed moderately. See more.	Alaskan Klee Kai 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: Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai 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, Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai?	Medium ⏺ The Gordon Setter has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Alaskan Klee Kai has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Gordon Setter is an average drooler. See more.	The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Alaskan Klee Kai is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Gordon Setter dogs are generally with other pets.	Japanese Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai? Which dog is more friendly?	Gordon Setter dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Japanese Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Alaskan Klee Kai 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 Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai?	Gordon Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Japanese Spitz dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai?	Gordon Setter dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Japanese Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai?	Gordon Setter dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Japanese Spitz dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai?	Yes Gordon Setter 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 Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Gordon Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Japanese Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Alaskan Klee Kai is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Gordon Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Japanese Spitzs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Alaskan Klee Kais are usually recommended for elderly people.

Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai 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: Gordon Setter or Japanese Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai? 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: Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai?	Yes Gordon Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Japanese Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Alaskan Klee Kai 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.

Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai 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 Gordon Setter and Japanese Spitz and Alaskan Klee Kai have?	6-8 puppies	1-6 puppies	1-3 puppies
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Gordon Setter vs Japanese Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting 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 Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	American Canine Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association

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