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Japanese Spitz vs Volpino Italiano vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Comparison - Dog breed selector: Nihon Supittsu or Florentine Spitz or Lesser Indian Spitz? Find the right dog for you

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Name Japanese Spitz Volpino Italiano Indian Spitz (Smaller)
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller) breeds.
Nihon Supittsu Florentine Spitz
Italian Spitz
Volpino
Cane de Quirinale
Lesser Indian Spitz
Smaller Indian Spitz
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Japanese Spitz vs Volpino Italiano vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). Which breed is the largest?
Small Small Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare adult weight ranges.
11-20 pounds (5-10 kg) 9-14 pounds (4–6 kg) 11-15 pounds (5-7 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
15.5 pounds (7.5 kg) 11.5 pounds (4–6 kg) 13 pounds (6 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Japanese Spitz or Volpino Italiano or Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Japanese Spitz vs Volpino Italiano vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) height comparison:
12-15 inches (30-38 cm) 9.5-12 inches (24–30 cm) 8-10 inches (20-25 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
13.5 inches (34 cm) 9.8.5 inches (24–30 cm) 9 inches (22.5 cm)

Japanese Spitz vs Volpino Italiano vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). Find price differences between these breeds.
$500-$800 $600-$800 Unknown
Availability
Which is easier to get, Japanese Spitz or Volpino Italiano or Indian Spitz (Smaller)?
Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.
Average: The Volpino Italiano is a commonly available dog breed.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Japanese Spitz vs Volpino Italiano vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Proud
Companionable
Active
Playful
Affectionate
Lively
Watchful
Active
Playful
Intelligent
Loyal
Kind
Athletic
Communicative
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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 Volpino Italiano vs Indian Spitz (Smaller)?
High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Volpino Italiano dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Japanese Spitz vs Volpino Italiano vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) social needs comparison:
Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Volpino Italiano dogs are a social breed.
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Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Japanese Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Volpino Italiano dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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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Volpino Italiano 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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Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Japanese Spitz vs Volpino Italiano vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). Which breed is most vocal?
A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The Volpino Italiano is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Indian Spitz (Smaller) is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). Which breed is most playful?
The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed.
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The Volpino Italiano is a playful breed.
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The Indian Spitz (Smaller) is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). 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 Volpino Italiano indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Indian Spitz (Smaller) breed.

Japanese Spitz vs Volpino Italiano vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Japanese Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Volpino Italiano has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Indian Spitz (Smaller) has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). 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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Volpino Italiano dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Japanese Spitz bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Volpino Italiano bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Indian Spitz (Smaller) bite force: Weak.

Japanese Spitz vs Volpino Italiano vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). Which breed lives longest?
10-16 years
The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Volpino Italiano: 15 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Indian Spitz (Smaller): 14 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). 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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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). 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.
Volpino Italianos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Indian Spitz (Smaller)s are commonly healthy dogs.
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.
Frequent
The Volpino Italiano should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Indian Spitz (Smaller) should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Japanese Spitz vs Volpino Italiano vs Indian Spitz (Smaller)? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Japanese Spitz vs Volpino Italiano vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) health problems comparison:
Patellar Luxation
Runny Eyes
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Japanese Spitz vs Volpino Italiano vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). 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.
Volpino Italiano dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Japanese Spitz vs Volpino Italiano vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Japanese Spitz or Volpino Italiano or Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Japanese Spitz dogs have an average exercise need.
Volpino Italiano dogs have an average exercise need.
Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Japanese Spitz or Volpino Italiano or Indian Spitz (Smaller)?
Japanese Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Volpino Italiano dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Japanese Spitz vs Volpino Italiano vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). 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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Low to Average: The Volpino Italiano has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low: The Indian Spitz (Smaller) has good luck with genetics.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). Which needs most food?
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. 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Japanese Spitz vs Volpino Italiano vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). What colors are available?
White Black
Red
White
Fawn
Champagne
Honey
White
Brown
Black & White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). Which requires most maintenance?
Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Volpino Italiano requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Indian Spitz (Smaller) requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). Which drools least?
The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Volpino Italiano is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Indian Spitz (Smaller) is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Volpino Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Indian Spitz (Smaller) has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). How do their fur characteristics differ?
Thick Fluffy Thick
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). 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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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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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 Volpino Italiano or Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Japanese Spitz or Volpino Italiano or {name3 shedding:
Japanese Spitz dogs shed moderately.
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Volpino Italiano dogs shed moderately.
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Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs shed moderately.
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Japanese Spitz vs Volpino Italiano vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Good With Comparison

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

Japanese Spitz vs Volpino Italiano vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

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

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

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). Which has best nose work ability?

Not really

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

Not really

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

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). Which is best for SAR work?

Not really

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

Not really

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

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Volpino Italiano breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Indian Spitz (Smaller) breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). 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, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). 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 Volpino Italiano vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). Which has most puppies?
1-6 puppies 4-6 puppies 1-3 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). 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 Volpino Italiano vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). 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. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, and Indian Spitz (Smaller). 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
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