Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz Comparison – Which dog is better Greater Indian Spitz or Deutscher Spitz?

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Name	Indian Spitz (Greater)	German Spitz
Origins	India	Germany
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Greater Indian Spitz	Deutscher Spitz
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Indian Spitz (Greater) or German Spitz? Is the Indian Spitz (Greater) bigger than the German Spitz breed? Is an Indian Spitz (Greater) smaller than a German Spitz?	Medium	Small Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Indian Spitz (Greater) or German Spitz? Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz weight comparison:	26–44 pounds (12–20 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?	35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height Which is taller, Indian Spitz (Greater) or German Spitz? Is an Indian Spitz (Greater) taller than a German Spitz?	14–18 inches (35–45 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?	16 inches (40 cm)	Male: 21 inches (53 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)

Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Indian Spitz (Greater) or German Spitz? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Indian Spitz (Greater) and German Spitz?	Unknown	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Indian Spitz (Greater) or German Spitz?	Average: The Indian Spitz (Greater) is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The German Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.

Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Indian Spitz (Greater) or German Spitz smarter? Which is best? Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz intelligence:	Very smart: Indian Spitz (Greater) is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: German Spitz is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz trainability comparison. What's the difference between Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz?	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are very easy to train. See more.	German Spitz dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Indian Spitz (Greater) or German Spitz?	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	German Spitz dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Indian Spitz (Greater) or German Spitz? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are average defenders. See more.	German Spitz dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Indian Spitz (Greater) or German Spitz? Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Intelligent Loyal Kind Athletic Communicative	Independent Devoted Lively Attentive Trainable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz?	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: German Spitz dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz?	Average: Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: German Spitz dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz social needs comparison:	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Spitz dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz?	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	German Spitz dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz? Which can be better for hunting?	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	German Spitz dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz playfulness comparison:	The Indian Spitz (Greater) is a highly playful breed. See more.	The German Spitz is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz?	A lot: Indian Spitz (Greater) is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The German Spitz 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 Indian Spitz (Greater) or German Spitz?	Very house-friendly dog the Indian Spitz (Greater) 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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all 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: Indian Spitz (Greater) or German Spitz?	Indian Spitz (Greater) 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Indian Spitz (Greater) or German Spitz?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Indian Spitz (Greater) bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 German Spitz bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is an Indian Spitz (Greater) more dangerous than a German Spitz?	Low 🔽 The Indian Spitz (Greater) has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz mouthiness comparison:	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Spitz dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz health comparison. Which is the healthier: Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz?	Indian Spitz (Greater)s are commonly healthy dogs.	German Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz health problems comparison:	No data available	Luxating Patella Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Dental Problems
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz?	Rare The Indian Spitz (Greater) should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably 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).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz lifespan comparison. How long do Indian Spitz (Greater) and German Spitz breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Indian Spitz (Greater) and German Spitz?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Indian Spitz (Greater): 14 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Spitz: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Indian Spitz (Greater) 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. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Indian Spitz (Greater) or German Spitz? Does the Indian Spitz (Greater) breed eat more than the German Spitz breed?	1.5 to 2.5 cups 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz weight gain potential comparison:	Low: The Indian Spitz (Greater) has good luck with genetics. See more.	Low to Average: The German Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz coat comparison:	Thick	Dense Straight
Colors What are the original Indian Spitz (Greater) and German Spitz color? Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz color comparison:	White Brown Black & White	Black White Orange Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Indian Spitz (Greater) or German Spitz? Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz grooming comparison:	Average: The Indian Spitz (Greater) requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The German Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Indian Spitz (Greater) or German Spitz? Do Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs shed more than German Spitz dogs?	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Spitz 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: Indian Spitz (Greater) or German Spitz?	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 Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Indian Spitz (Greater) or German Spitz?	Medium ⏺ The Indian Spitz (Greater) 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? What's the difference between Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz?	The Indian Spitz (Greater) is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are generally with other pets.	German Spitz dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Indian Spitz (Greater) or German Spitz? Which dog is more friendly?	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	German Spitz 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 Indian Spitz (Greater) or German Spitz?	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	German Spitz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Indian Spitz (Greater) or German Spitz?	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are average friendly towards cats.	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Indian Spitz (Greater) or German Spitz? Can an Indian Spitz (Greater) and a German Spitz be friends? Do Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs get along with German Spitz dogs?	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz?	Yes Indian Spitz (Greater) 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 Indian Spitz (Greater) 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?	Indian Spitz (Greater)s are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	German Spitzs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Indian Spitz (Greater) 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. 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: Indian Spitz (Greater) or German Spitz? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz?	Not really Indian Spitz (Greater) breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Spitz 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.
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.

Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Indian Spitz (Greater) and German Spitz have? Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz litter size comparison:	1-5 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Indian Spitz (Greater) vs German Spitz 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.
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 European Spitz section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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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