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Name	Japanese Spitz	Keeshond	Border Collie
Origins	Japan	Germany Netherlands	England Scotland Wales
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Group	Companion Dogs	Sled Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie breeds.	Nihon Supittsu	Chien Loup Deutscher Wolfsspitz Kees Smiling Dutchman Wolfsspitz Dutch Barge Dog Barge Dog	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which breed is the largest?	Small	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie? Compare adult weight ranges.	11-20 pounds (5-10 kg)	35-45 pounds (15-20 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	15.5 pounds (7.5 kg)	40 pounds (17.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Border Collie? Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Border Collie height comparison:	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (44-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	13.5 inches (34 cm)	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Find price differences between these breeds.	$500-$800	$800-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Border Collie?	Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Keeshond is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Keeshond is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which is easiest to train?	Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Keeshond dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which breed is most alert?	Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Keeshond dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which breed is most protective?	Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Keeshond dogs are average defenders. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie? Compare temperaments.	Playful Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Proud Companionable	Playful Agile Intelligent Obedient Quick Bright Sturdy	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious
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.	Sensitive: Keeshond dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Border Collie 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 Keeshond vs Border Collie?	High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Keeshond dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Border Collie social needs comparison:	Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Keeshond dogs are a social breed. See more.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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.	Keeshond dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Keeshond 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.	Border Collie 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which breed is most vocal?	A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Keeshond is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which breed is most playful?	The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Keeshonds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Spitz breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Keeshond indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
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Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Japanese Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Keeshond has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which uses mouth most during play?	Japanese Spitz dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Keeshond dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Japanese Spitz bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Keeshond bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which breed lives longest?	10-16 years The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Keeshond: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. 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. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Keeshond can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. 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 Keeshond is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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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 Keeshond should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Border Collie health problems comparison:	Patellar Luxation Runny Eyes	Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Skin Diseases Kneecap dislocations	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which is most prone to obesity?	Low to Average: The Japanese Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Keeshond's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which needs most food?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
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Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. What colors are available?	White	Black Gray Cream Silver	Black Tan Red Sable Brindle Lilac Gold Seal White & Red Slate Sable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merle Blue merle-tricolor Slate merle Red merle Saddleback Sable White & Blue White & Blue Merle White & Red Merle White Ticked White & Gold White & Sable White & Seal
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which requires most maintenance?	Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Keeshond requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which drools least?	The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Keeshond is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Keeshond has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Thick	Fluffy Dense	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Border Collie? Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or {name3 shedding:	Japanese Spitz dogs shed moderately. See more.	Keeshond dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which is best with kids?	Japanese Spitz dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Keeshond dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Japanese Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Keeshond dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Border Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Japanese Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Keeshond dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Border Collie?	Japanese Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Keeshond dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Border Collie 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 Keeshond or Border Collie?	Japanese Spitz dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Keeshond dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Border Collie?	Yes Japanese Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Keeshond dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Border Collie 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 Keeshond is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Border Collie 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.	Keeshonds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Border Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which excels in therapy work?	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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. 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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Japanese Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Keeshond breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. 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 Keeshond vs Border Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. Which has most puppies?	1-6 puppies	3-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. 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, Keeshond, and Border Collie. What's recommended?	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.

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Border Collie. 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 Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 Pet Registry, Inc.	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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 The American Int. Border Collie Registry The American Border Collie Association

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