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Name	Papillon	Phalene	Japanese Spitz
Origins	Spain France Belgium	Spain France Belgium	Japan
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog	Continental Spaniel Continental Toy Spaniel Dwarf Spaniel Epagnuel Nain Phal Squirrel Dog Toy Spaniel	Nihon Supittsu
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Papillon or Phalene or Japanese Spitz? Which is the smallest dog, Papillon or Phalene or Japanese Spitz?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Papillon or Phalene or Phalene? Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz weight comparison:	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	11-20 pounds (5-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	15.5 pounds (7.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Papillon or Phalene or Japanese Spitz? Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz height comparison:	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	13.5 inches (34 cm)

Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Papillon or Phalene or Japanese Spitz? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$300-$500	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Papillon or Phalene or Japanese Spitz?	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.

Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz intelligence:	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Phalene is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz trainability comparison.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.	Phalene dogs are easy to train. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Papillon or Phalene or Japanese Spitz?	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Phalene dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Papillon or Phalene or Japanese Spitz? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Phalene dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Papillon or Phalene or Japanese Spitz? Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz behavior/temperament comparison:	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	Playful Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Proud Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Phalene dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz?	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Phalene dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz social needs comparison:	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Phalene dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Phalene dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Phalene dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz playfulness comparison:	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Phalene is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz?	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Phalene is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Papillon or Phalene or Japanese Spitz?	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 Papillon indoors.	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 Phalene indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Spitz breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz health comparison. Which is the healthier: Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz?	The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Phalene is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Japanese Spitz is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia	No data available	Patellar Luxation Runny Eyes
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Phalene should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Japanese Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz lifespan comparison. How long do Papillon, Phalene and Japanese Spitz breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Phalene: 14 years	10-16 years The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	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.

Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Papillon or Phalene or Japanese Spitz?	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 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? Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Phalene has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Japanese Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz coat comparison:	Feathered	Feathered	Thick
Colors What are the original Papillon, Phalene and Japanese Spitz color?	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	Black Red Silver Brown Black & Tan Black & White	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Papillon or Phalene or Japanese Spitz? Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz grooming comparison:	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Phalene requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Papillon or Phalene or Japanese Spitz? Papillon or Phalene or {name3 shedding:	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Phalene dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Japanese Spitz 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: Papillon or Phalene or Japanese Spitz?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz?	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Phalene has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Phalene is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz Good With Comparison

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

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

Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz 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 Papillon and Phalene and Japanese Spitz have?	2-4 puppies	2-4 puppies	1-6 puppies
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Papillon vs Phalene vs Japanese Spitz Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.	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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available	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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