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Name	Japanese Spitz	Japanese Chin	Japanese Terrier
Origins	Japan	Japan	Japan
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Nihon Supittsu	Japanese Spaniel Chin	Kobe Terrier Mikado Terrier Nihon Teria Nihon Terrier Oyuki Snowy Terrier Nippon Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Japanese Spitz or Japanese Chin or Japanese Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Japanese Spitz or Japanese Chin or Japanese Terrier?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Japanese Spitz or Japanese Chin or Japanese Chin? Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier weight comparison:	11-20 pounds (5-10 kg)	4-15 pounds (2-7 kg)	5-9 pounds
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	15.5 pounds (7.5 kg)	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)	7 pounds
Height Which is taller, Japanese Spitz or Japanese Chin or Japanese Terrier? Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier height comparison:	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)	7-11 inches (18-28 cm)	8-13 inches
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	13.5 inches (34 cm)	9 inches (23 cm)	10.5 inches

Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Japanese Spitz or Japanese Chin or Japanese Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$500-$800	$300-$500	$1000-$1300
Availability Which is easier to get, Japanese Spitz or Japanese Chin or Japanese Terrier?	Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Japanese Chin is easier than average to get.	Average: The Japanese Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.

Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Japanese Terrier is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier trainability comparison.	Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Japanese Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Japanese Spitz or Japanese Chin or Japanese Terrier?	Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Japanese Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Japanese Spitz or Japanese Chin or Japanese Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Japanese Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Japanese Spitz or Japanese Chin or Japanese Terrier? Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Proud Companionable	Playful Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Loyal	Active Affectionate Lively Cheerful Vigilant Swift
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. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Japanese Terrier 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: Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier?	High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Japanese Chin dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Japanese Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier social needs comparison:	Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Japanese Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Japanese Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Japanese Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
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. See more.	Japanese Chin 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. See more.	Japanese Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Japanese Chins, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Japanese Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier?	A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Japanese Chin barks none to minimal. See more.	Average to High: The Japanese Terrier 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 Japanese Spitz or Japanese Chin or Japanese Terrier?	Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Spitz breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Chin breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Japanese Terrier breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

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

Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier?	The Japanese Spitz is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Japanese Chin is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Japanese Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier health problems comparison:	Patellar Luxation Runny Eyes	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Eye Problems Epilepsy Entropion Heart Disease	No data available
Veterinarian Visits 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 Japanese Chin should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Japanese Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Japanese Spitz, Japanese Chin and Japanese Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-16 years The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Japanese Chin: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Japanese Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Japanese Spitz or Japanese Chin or Japanese Terrier? Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier energy level comparison:	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.	Japanese Chin dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Japanese Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Japanese Spitz or Japanese Chin or Japanese Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average exercise need.	Japanese Chin dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Japanese Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Japanese Spitz or Japanese Chin or Japanese Terrier?	Japanese Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Japanese Chin dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Japanese Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Japanese Spitz or Japanese Chin or Japanese Terrier?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Japanese Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Japanese Chin has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Japanese Terrier has good luck with genetics. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier coat comparison:	Thick	Feathered	Fine Dense Smooth Glossy Slick
Colors What are the original Japanese Spitz, Japanese Chin and Japanese Terrier color?	White	Black White Sable Lemon	Black White Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Japanese Spitz or Japanese Chin or Japanese Terrier? Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Japanese Chin requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Japanese Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Japanese Spitz or Japanese Chin or Japanese Terrier? Japanese Spitz or Japanese Chin or {name3 shedding:	Japanese Spitz dogs shed moderately. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs shed moderately. See more.	Japanese Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Japanese Spitz or Japanese Chin or Japanese Terrier?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Japanese Chin has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Japanese Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Japanese Chin is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Japanese Terrier is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Japanese Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Japanese Chin dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Japanese Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Japanese Spitz or Japanese Chin or Japanese Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Japanese Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Japanese Chin dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Japanese Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Japanese Spitz or Japanese Chin or Japanese Terrier?	Japanese Spitz dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Japanese Chin dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Japanese Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Japanese Spitz or Japanese Chin or Japanese Terrier?	Japanese Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Japanese Chin dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Japanese Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Japanese Spitz or Japanese Chin or Japanese Terrier?	Japanese Spitz dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Japanese Chin dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Japanese Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier?	Yes Japanese Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Japanese Chin dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Japanese Terrier 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 Japanese Chin is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Japanese Terrier 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.	Japanese Chins are not the best breed for elderly people.	Japanese Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier 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: Japanese Spitz or Japanese Chin or Japanese Terrier? 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.
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.	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: Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier?	Not really Japanese Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Japanese Chin breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Japanese Terrier 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.

Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier 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 Japanese Spitz and Japanese Chin and Japanese Terrier have?	1-6 puppies	1-3 puppies	4-7 puppies
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Japanese Spitz vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Japan Chin and Pekingese section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	No data available

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