Japanese Spitz vs Shichon Comparison – Which dog is better Nihon Supittsu or Teddy Bear?

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Name	Japanese Spitz	Shichon
Origins	Japan	United States
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Nihon Supittsu	Teddy Bear Zuchon
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Japanese Spitz vs Shichon breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed

Japanese Spitz vs Shichon Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Japanese Spitz or Shichon? Is the Japanese Spitz bigger than the Shichon breed? Is a Japanese Spitz smaller than a Shichon?	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Japanese Spitz or Shichon? Japanese Spitz vs Shichon weight comparison:	11-20 pounds (5-10 kg)	10-15 pounds (5-7 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	15.5 pounds (7.5 kg)	12.5 pounds (6 kg)
Height Which is taller, Japanese Spitz or Shichon? Is a Japanese Spitz taller than a Shichon?	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)	19-21 inches (49-53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	13.5 inches (34 cm)	20 inches (51 cm)

Japanese Spitz vs Shichon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Japanese Spitz or Shichon? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Japanese Spitz and Shichon?	$500-$800	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Japanese Spitz or Shichon?	Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Shichon is a commonly available dog breed.

Japanese Spitz vs Shichon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Japanese Spitz or Shichon smarter? Which is best? Japanese Spitz vs Shichon 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.
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Trainability Japanese Spitz vs Shichon trainability comparison. What's the difference between Japanese Spitz vs Shichon?	Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Shichon dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Japanese Spitz or Shichon?	Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shichon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Japanese Spitz or Shichon? 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.	Shichon dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Japanese Spitz vs Shichon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Japanese Spitz or Shichon? Japanese Spitz vs Shichon behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Proud Companionable	Playful Loving Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Social
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Japanese Spitz vs Shichon?	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Japanese Spitz vs Shichon?	High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Shichon 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 Shichon social needs comparison:	Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Shichon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Japanese Spitz vs Shichon?	Japanese Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Shichon dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Japanese Spitz vs Shichon? 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.	Shichon 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 Shichon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Japanese Spitz vs Shichon playfulness comparison:	The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Shichon is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Japanese Spitz vs Shichon?	A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Shichon barks occasionally. 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 Shichon?	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 Shichon indoors.
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Japanese Spitz vs Shichon 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.	Shichon dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Japanese Spitz or Shichon?	Japanese Spitz dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Shichon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Japanese Spitz vs Shichon Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Japanese Spitz vs Shichon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Japanese Spitz vs Shichon health comparison. Which is the healthier: Japanese Spitz vs Shichon?	The Japanese Spitz is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shichon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Japanese Spitz vs Shichon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Japanese Spitz vs Shichon health problems comparison:	Patellar Luxation Runny Eyes	Allergies
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Japanese Spitz vs Shichon?	Average The Japanese Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Shichon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Japanese Spitz vs Shichon lifespan comparison. How long do Japanese Spitz and Shichon breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Japanese Spitz and Shichon?	10-16 years The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shichon: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Japanese Spitz vs Shichon?	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 average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Japanese Spitz vs Shichon Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Japanese Spitz or Shichon? Japanese Spitz vs Shichon 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.	Shichon dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Japanese Spitz vs Shichon exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Japanese Spitz or Shichon? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average exercise need.	Shichon dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Japanese Spitz or Shichon?	Japanese Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Shichon dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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Japanese Spitz vs Shichon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Japanese Spitz or Shichon? Does the Japanese Spitz breed eat more than the Shichon breed?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Japanese Spitz vs Shichon weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Japanese Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Shichon has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Japanese Spitz vs Shichon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Japanese Spitz vs Shichon coat comparison:	Thick	Fluffy Dense Curly Silky
Colors What are the original Japanese Spitz and Shichon color? Japanese Spitz vs Shichon color comparison:	White	Black Gray Red Cream White Silver Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Japanese Spitz or Shichon? Japanese Spitz vs Shichon grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Shichon requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Japanese Spitz or Shichon? Do Japanese Spitz dogs shed more than Shichon dogs?	Japanese Spitz dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shichon dogs shed none to minimal. 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 Shichon?	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 Shichon hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Japanese Spitz or Shichon?	Medium ⏺ The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Shichon has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Japanese Spitz vs Shichon?	The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shichon is an average drooler. See more.

Japanese Spitz vs Shichon Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Japanese Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Shichon dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Japanese Spitz or Shichon? Which dog is more friendly?	Japanese Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Shichon dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Japanese Spitz or Shichon?	Japanese Spitz dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Shichon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Japanese Spitz or Shichon?	Japanese Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Shichon dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Japanese Spitz or Shichon? Can a Japanese Spitz and a Shichon be friends? Do Japanese Spitz dogs get along with Shichon dogs?	Japanese Spitz dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Shichon dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Japanese Spitz vs Shichon?	Yes Japanese Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shichon 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 Shichon 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.	Shichons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Japanese Spitz vs Shichon As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Japanese Spitz or Shichon? 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.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Japanese Spitz vs Shichon?	Not really Japanese Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shichon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Japanese Spitz vs Shichon Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Japanese Spitz and Shichon have? Japanese Spitz vs Shichon litter size comparison:	1-6 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Japanese Spitz vs Shichon Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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 Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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