Which is Better between the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz? A Very Detailed Review.

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Basset Fauve de Bretagne Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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 more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne or the Japanese Spitz

Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Japanese Spitz: Overview

Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz are similar in size. The Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz are both small-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

On the other hand, the Japanese Spitz belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs 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.

Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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.

Factor Basset Fauve de Bretagne Japanese Spitz
Tolerates Hot Weather 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 5/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 4/5
Height 12 to 15 inches. 10 to 16 inches
Life Span 12 to 15 years. 10 to 16 years
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 4/5
Weight 25 to 35 pounds. 11 to 20 pounds
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 2/5
Easy To Train 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
General Health 5/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.0 years
Price Range No Data $1500 – $2000
Average Price No Data $1600
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
    		•  No Data

    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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 a Basset Fauve de Bretagne is 91 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Japanese Spitz is 90 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne is a better pet than the Japanese Spitz. So, you should get the Basset Fauve de Bretagne!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz

    The Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz are most similar:

  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz are highly intelligent.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Japanese Spitz

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz.

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes weigh 25 to 35 pounds. when fully grown. Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are 12 to 15 inches. 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.

    Can Basset Fauve de Bretagnes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes 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.

    Which one drools more, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne or the Japanese Spitz

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Japanese Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Wanderlust Potential: Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs. Japanese Spitz

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes 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.

    Do Basset Fauve de Bretagnes shed more than Japanese Spitzs?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Japanese Spitzs shed moderately.

    Do Basset Fauve de Bretagnes Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Japanese Spitzs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Japanese Spitz

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes can be left alone only for a short time.

    Japanese Spitzs do not like to be left alone.

    Can Basset Fauve de Bretagnes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Japanese Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Is the Basset Fauve de Bretagne Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are fairly easy to train.

    Japanese Spitzs are very easy to train.

    Does the Basset Fauve de Bretagne Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes 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.

    Is the Basset Fauve de Bretagne Better for Apartment Owners than the Japanese Spitz?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes adapt very well to apartment living.

    Japanese Spitzs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne or the Japanese Spitz?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are very good for new dog owners.

    Japanese Spitzs are very good for new dog owners.

    How Kid-friendly are Basset Fauve de Bretagnes and Japanese Spitzs?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Japanese Spitzs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne or the Japanese Spitz?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes get along very well with other dogs.

    Japanese Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne or the Japanese Spitz?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are very easy to groom.

    Japanese Spitzs are very easy to groom.

    Are Basset Fauve de Bretagnes good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Japanese Spitzs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Basset Fauve de Bretagne

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Japanese Spitz that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Japanese Spitz:

  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (79 percent match with Japanese Spitz). Here is our comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Bordoodle (81 percent match with Japanese Spitz). Here is our comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Bordoodle.
  • Dutch Shepherd (79 percent match with Japanese Spitz). Here is our comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Dutch Shepherd.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Spitz

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Basset Fauve de Bretagne that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Basset Fauve de Bretagne:

  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (77 percent match with Basset Fauve de Bretagne). Here is our comparison of the Japanese Spitz vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Cockalier (79 percent match with Basset Fauve de Bretagne). Here is our comparison of the Japanese Spitz vs Cockalier.
  • French Spaniel (77 percent match with Basset Fauve de Bretagne). Here is our comparison of the Japanese Spitz vs French Spaniel.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and how the Japanese Spitz compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and of the Japanese Spitz to other breeds:

    Basset Fauve de Bretagne Versus Other Dog Breeds

        Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Pomchi     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Puggle     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Bluetick Coonhound     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Dachshund     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Yorkshire Terrier     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Akita     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Manchester Terrier     

    Japanese Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Japanese Spitz versus Black Mouth Cur     Japanese Spitz versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Japanese Spitz versus Basset Hound     Japanese Spitz versus Kooikerhondje     Japanese Spitz versus Bulldog     Japanese Spitz versus Pomsky     Japanese Spitz versus Collie     Japanese Spitz versus Lhasapoo     Japanese Spitz versus Beagle     

    Conclusion: Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Japanese Spitz better suits you and your family.