Last Updated: Mar 22, 2022
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- Chihuahua Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction
- Chihuahua versus Japanese Spitz: Overview
- Chihuahua versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chihuahua and the Japanese Spitz
- The Similarities Between the Chihuahua and the Japanese Spitz
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chihuahua versus Japanese Spitz
- Lifespan of Chihuahua versus Japanese Spitz
- Price of Chihuahua versus Price of Japanese Spitz
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chihuahua versus Japanese Spitz
- Do Chihuahuas shed more than Japanese Spitzs?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chihuahua or the Japanese Spitz?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chihuahua or the Japanese Spitz?
- Are Chihuahuas good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?
- Is the Chihuahua Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?
- Which one drools more, the Chihuahua or the Japanese Spitz
- How Kid-friendly are Chihuahuas and Japanese Spitzs?
- Does the Chihuahua Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?
- Do Chihuahuas Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?
- Can Chihuahuas Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chihuahua vs. Japanese Spitz
- Can Chihuahuas Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Conclusion: Chihuahua versus Japanese Spitz. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chihuahua Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chihuahua and the Japanese Spitz? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Chihuahua and the Japanese Spitz better suits you.We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Chihuahua and the Japanese Spitz.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chihuahua and the Japanese Spitz is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Chihuahua and for the Japanese Spitz. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Chihuahua and the Japanese Spitz.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Chihuahua or the Japanese Spitz.
Read on.
Chihuahua versus Japanese Spitz: Overview
A very important difference between the Chihuahua and the Japanese Spitz is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chihuahua is a tiny-sized dog while the Japanese Spitz is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Chihuahua and the Japanese Spitz are Companion Dogs. This means both the Chihuahua and the Japanese Spitz were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
Chihuahua versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chihuahua to the Japanese Spitz based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Chihuahua and the Japanese Spitz
| Factor | Chihuahua | Japanese Spitz |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 18 years | 10 to 16 years |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 3 to 6 pounds | 11 to 20 pounds |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 6 inches to 9 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 16 inches |
| Average Lifespan | 14.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $1820 | $1740 |
| Price Range | $850 – $2500 | $1500 – $2150 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Chihuahua in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Japanese Spitz. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Chihuahua is 84 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Japanese Spitz is 90 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Japanese Spitz, we still believe that the Chihuahua is a better pet than the Japanese Spitz.
This is because Chihuahuas are much cuter but you cannot put a score on cuteness. If you could put a score on cuteness, then the Chihuahua will come out on top.
Also, we are biased in favor of the Chihuahua :-). We are for the Chihuahua. So get a Chihuahua!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chihuahua and the Japanese Spitz
Below is a list of where the Chihuahua and the Japanese Spitz are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chihuahua and the Japanese Spitz
The Chihuahua and the Japanese Spitz are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chihuahua and the Japanese Spitz are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chihuahua versus Japanese Spitz
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chihuahua and the Japanese Spitz.
Chihuahuas weigh 3 to 6 pounds when fully grown. Chihuahuas are 6 inches to 9 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Japanese Spitzs weigh 11 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Japanese Spitzs are 10 to 16 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Chihuahua versus Japanese Spitz
The lifespan of Chihuahuas is between 10 to 18 years. The average lifespan of Chihuahuas is 14.0 years.
The lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is between 10 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is 13.0 years.
Chihuahuas live longer than Japanese Spitzs.
Go to this article to learn more about Chihuahua lifespan and how long Chihuahua live.
Price of Chihuahua versus Price of Japanese Spitz
The average price of the Chihuahua puppy is $1820. The price of the Chihuahua typically ranges from $850 – $2500. However, the price of a Chihuahua can be as low as $100 and as high as $15500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1980 Chihuahua puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Japanese Spitz puppy is $1740. The price of the Japanese Spitz typically ranges from $1500 – $2150. However, the price of the Japanese Spitz can be as low as $800 and as high as $2400. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 6 Japanese Spitz puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Chihuahua is more expensive than the Japanese Spitz.
`| Chihuahua | Japanese Spitz | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1820 | $1740 |
| Price Range | $850 to $2500 | $1500 to $2150 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Chihuahua and Japanese Spitz. For different price points, the charts show how many Chihuahua puppies or how many Japanese Spitz puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Chihuahuas. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Japanese Spitzs
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chihuahua puppy or the Japanese Spitz puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Go to this article to learn more about Chihuahua cost and price.
Check out our list of best Chihuahua breeders here
Tolerates Being Alone: Chihuahua versus Japanese Spitz
Chihuahuas do not like to be left alone.
Japanese Spitzs do not like to be left alone.
Do Chihuahuas shed more than Japanese Spitzs?
Chihuahuas do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Check out our articles to learn more on how to minimize shedding in Chihuahuas, and on how to groom a Chihuahua
Japanese Spitzs shed moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chihuahua or the Japanese Spitz?
Chihuahuas are very easy to groom.
To learn more about how to properly groom a Chihuahua, check out our article on how to groom a Chihuahua.
Learn more on how to take care of a Chihuahua here.
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chihuahua or the Japanese Spitz?
Chihuahuas do not get along well with other dogs.
Japanese Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.
Are Chihuahuas good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?
Chihuahuas are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Chihuahua make a good addition to a family. They love kids and kids love them.
Learn about Chihuahua temperament here.
Japanese Spitzs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Chihuahua Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?
Chihuahuas are very easy to train.
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Chihuahua or the Japanese Spitz
Chihuahuas do have a very low tendency to drool.
Japanese Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Chihuahuas and Japanese Spitzs?
Chihuahuas get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Japanese Spitzs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Chihuahua Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?
Chihuahuas have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Japanese Spitzs have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Do Chihuahuas Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?
Chihuahuas bark and howl, but not very much.
Japanese Spitzs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Chihuahuas Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chihuahuas cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Japanese Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Chihuahua vs. Japanese Spitz
Chihuahuas do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Japanese Spitzs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Chihuahuas Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chihuahuas cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Japanese Spitzs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Chihuahua Better for Apartment Owners than the Japanese Spitz?
Chihuahuas adapt very well to apartment living.
Japanese Spitzs adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chihuahua or the Japanese Spitz?
Chihuahuas are very good for new dog owners.
Japanese Spitzs are very good for new dog owners.
Conclusion: Chihuahua versus Japanese Spitz. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Chihuahua and the Japanese Spitz better suits you and your family.