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Japanese Spitz vs Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Nihon Supittsu or Borders or Merry Cocker Woker? Find the right dog for you

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Name Japanese Spitz Border Terrier English Cocker Spaniel
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel breeds.
Nihon Supittsu Borders Merry Cocker Woker
Cocker
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Japanese Spitz vs Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges.
11-20 pounds (5-10 kg) Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg) Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
15.5 pounds (7.5 kg) Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg) Male: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Japanese Spitz or Border Terrier or English Cocker Spaniel? Japanese Spitz vs Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel height comparison:
12-15 inches (30-38 cm) Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
13.5 inches (34 cm) Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)

Japanese Spitz vs Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds.
$500-$800 $1200-$1400 $900-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Japanese Spitz or Border Terrier or English Cocker Spaniel?
Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.

Japanese Spitz vs Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which is easiest to train?
Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train.
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Border Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which breed is most alert?
Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs.
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Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which breed is most protective?
Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Japanese Spitz vs Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Proud
Companionable
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Obedient
Outright
Tempered
Fearless
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Japanese Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Border Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Japanese Spitz vs Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel?
High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Japanese Spitz vs Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel social needs comparison:
Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Japanese Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the English Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Japanese Spitz dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Japanese Spitz vs Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which breed is most vocal?
A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed.
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Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which breed is most playful?
The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Spitz breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier breed.
Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel breed.

Japanese Spitz vs Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which breed is most flexible?
Japanese Spitz dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Border Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Japanese Spitz or Border Terrier or English Cocker Spaniel?
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.
English Cocker Spaniel 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 vs Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Japanese Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The English Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which uses mouth most during play?
Japanese Spitz dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Border Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Japanese Spitz bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Border Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Japanese Spitz vs Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which breed lives longest?
10-16 years
The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which handles climate changes best?
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.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The English Cocker Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which has fewer health issues?
The Japanese Spitz is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Border Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The English Cocker Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Japanese Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Border Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The English Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Japanese Spitz vs Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Japanese Spitz vs Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel health problems comparison:
Patellar Luxation
Runny Eyes
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Cryptorchidism
Seizures
Malocclusions
Pulmonic Stenosis
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Failure

Japanese Spitz vs Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which breed is most active?
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.
Border Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Japanese Spitz vs Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Japanese Spitz or Border Terrier or English Cocker Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Japanese Spitz dogs have an average exercise need.
Border Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Japanese Spitz or Border Terrier or English Cocker Spaniel?
Japanese Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Border Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.

Japanese Spitz vs Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Japanese Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which needs most food?
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Japanese Spitz vs Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. What colors are available?
White Tan
Red
Blue
Grizzle
Wheaten
Black
Tan
Blue
Golden
Liver
Roan
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which requires most maintenance?
Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which drools least?
The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

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The English Cocker Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Thick Rough Feathered
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Japanese Spitz or Border Terrier or English Cocker Spaniel? Japanese Spitz or Border Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Japanese Spitz dogs shed moderately.
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Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Japanese Spitz vs Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which is best with kids?
Japanese Spitz dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Border Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Japanese Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Border Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Japanese Spitz or Border Terrier or English Cocker Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Japanese Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Border Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Japanese Spitz or Border Terrier or English Cocker Spaniel?
Japanese Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Border Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Japanese Spitz or Border Terrier or English Cocker Spaniel?
Japanese Spitz dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Border Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Japanese Spitz vs Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel?
Yes
Japanese Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Border Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Japanese Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Border Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
English Cocker Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Japanese Spitzs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Border Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
English Cocker Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Japanese Spitz vs Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Japanese Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Border Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

English Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which has most military use?

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.

Japanese Spitz vs Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which has most puppies?
1-6 puppies 2-8 puppies 6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Japanese Spitz vs Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1946 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. How are they classified internationally?
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 Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Japanese Spitz, Border Terrier, and English Cocker Spaniel. Which has most recognition?
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
Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc.
Club Espanol De Terriers
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

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