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Japanese Spitz vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Nihon Supittsu or Golden Flat Coat or Bouledogue Français? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog breeds.
Nihon Supittsu Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Bouledogue Français
Frenchie
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Japanese Spitz vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Which breed is the largest?
Small Large Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog? Compare adult weight ranges.
11-20 pounds (5-10 kg) Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 18-30 pounds (8-14 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
15.5 pounds (7.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) There are two weight classes of French Bulldog: 19 - 22 pounds (9 - 10 kg) and 22 - 28 pounds (10 - 13 kg). Over 28 pounds is a disqualification.
Height
Which is taller, Japanese Spitz or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog? Japanese Spitz vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog height comparison:
12-15 inches (30-38 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) 13–16 inches (33–40 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
13.5 inches (34 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) 14.5 inches (36.5 cm)

Japanese Spitz vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Find price differences between these breeds.
$500-$800 $1000-$2000 $2000-$4000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Japanese Spitz or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog?
Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The French Bulldog is quite easy to get.

Japanese Spitz vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. 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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Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Which is easiest to train?
Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train.
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Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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French Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Which breed is most alert?
Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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French Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Which breed is most protective?
Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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French Bulldog dogs are average defenders.
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Japanese Spitz vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Proud
Companionable
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Playful
Alert
Affectionate
Patient
Lively
Keen
Easygoing
Athletic
Bright
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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Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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French Bulldog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Japanese Spitz vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog?
High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: French Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Japanese Spitz vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog social needs comparison:
Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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French Bulldog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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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Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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French Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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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Golden Retriever dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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French Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Japanese Spitz vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Which breed is most vocal?
A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Low: The French Bulldog barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Which breed is most playful?
The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed.
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The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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French Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Spitz breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the French Bulldog breed.

Japanese Spitz vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Which breed is most flexible?
Japanese Spitz dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
French Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Japanese Spitz or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog?
Japanese Spitz dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
French Bulldog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Japanese Spitz vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Japanese Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The French Bulldog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. 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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Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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French Bulldog 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, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Japanese Spitz bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

French Bulldog bite force: Weak.

Japanese Spitz vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Which breed lives longest?
10-16 years
The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of French Bulldog: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. 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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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. 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.
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
The French Bulldog 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.
Rare
The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The French Bulldog 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 Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Japanese Spitz vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog health problems comparison:
Patellar Luxation
Runny Eyes
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Von Willebrand's Disease
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cleft Palate
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Elongated Soft Palate
Hemi-vertebrae

Japanese Spitz vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. 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.
Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
French Bulldog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Japanese Spitz vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Japanese Spitz or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Japanese Spitz dogs have an average exercise need.
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
French Bulldog dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Japanese Spitz or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog?
Japanese Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
French Bulldog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Japanese Spitz vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. 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 Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the French Bulldog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Which needs most food?
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Japanese Spitz vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. What colors are available?
White Golden
Light
Cream
White
Fawn
Brindle
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Which requires most maintenance?
Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The French Bulldog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Which drools least?
The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The French Bulldog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The French Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Thick Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Fine
Smooth
Short
Close in texture
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. 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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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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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 Golden Retriever or French Bulldog? Japanese Spitz or Golden Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Japanese Spitz dogs shed moderately.
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Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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French Bulldog dogs are low shedders.
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Japanese Spitz vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Which is best with kids?
Japanese Spitz dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
French Bulldog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Japanese Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
French Bulldog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Japanese Spitz or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog? Which dog is more friendly?
Japanese Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
French Bulldog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Japanese Spitz or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog?
Japanese Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
French Bulldog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Japanese Spitz or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog?
Japanese Spitz dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
French Bulldog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Japanese Spitz vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog?
Yes
Japanese Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
French Bulldog 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.
Yes
Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Yes
French Bulldog is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Japanese Spitzs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
French Bulldogs are not the best breed for elderly people.

Japanese Spitz vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good 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, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Which has best nose work ability?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Which is best for SAR work?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

French Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. 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, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. 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 Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Which has most puppies?
1-6 puppies 5-10 puppies 3-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. 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 Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1898 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Japanese Spitz, Golden Retriever, and French Bulldog. 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
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

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