A Detailed Comparison of the Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz.

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Bull Terrier Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Bull Terrier 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 Bull Terrier 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 Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Bull Terrier 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 Bull Terrier 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 Bull Terrier 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 Bull Terrier or the Japanese Spitz.

Bull Terrier versus Japanese Spitz

Bull Terrier versus Japanese Spitz: Overview

Both the Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz are similar in size. The Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz are both small-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Bull Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

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.

Bull Terrier versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bull Terrier 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 Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz

Factor Bull Terrier Japanese Spitz
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 2/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 10 to 16 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Height 21 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder 10 to 16 inches
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Weight 35 to 75 pounds 11 to 20 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 4/5
Easy To Train 5/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 13.0 years
Average Price $1820 $1600
Price Range $1500 – $2000 $1500 – $2000
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Kidney Disease
  • Patellar Luxation
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Bull Terrier 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 Bull Terrier is 80 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Japanese Spitz is 90 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Japanese Spitz is a better pet than the Bull Terrier. So, you should get the Japanese Spitz!

    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 Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

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    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz

    Below is a list of where the Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz are most different:

  • Bull Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Japanese Spitzs can tolerate cold weather.
  • Bull Terriers are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Japanese Spitzs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Bull Terriers are very friendly towards strangers. However, Japanese Spitzs are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Bull Terriers gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them. However, Japanese Spitzs are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Bull Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Japanese Spitzs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Bull Terriers do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful. However, Japanese Spitzs do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.

    • The Similarities Between the Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz

    The Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz are most similar:

  • Both the Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz are very easy to train.
  • Both the Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Bull Terrier versus Japanese Spitz

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz.

    Bull Terriers weigh 35 to 75 pounds when fully grown. Bull Terriers are 21 to 22 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 Bull Terrier versus Japanese Spitz

    The lifespan of Bull Terriers is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Bull Terriers is 12.5 years.

    The lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is between 10 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is 13.0 years.

    Japanese Spitzs live longer than Bull Terriers.

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    Price of Bull Terrier versus Price of Japanese Spitz

    The average price of the Bull Terrier puppy is $1820. The price of the Bull Terrier typically ranges from $1500 – $2000. However, the price of a Bull Terrier can be as low as $350 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 238 Bull Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Japanese Spitz puppy is $1600. The price of the Japanese Spitz typically ranges from $1500 – $2000. However, the price of the Japanese Spitz can be as low as $800 and as high as $2200. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 5 Japanese Spitz puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Bull Terrier is more expensive than the Japanese Spitz.

    Bull Terrier Japanese Spitz
    Average Price $1820 $1600
    Price Range $1500 to $2000 $1500 to $2000

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Bull Terrier and Japanese Spitz. For different price points, the charts show how many Bull Terrier puppies or how many Japanese Spitz puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Bull Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Bull Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Japanese Spitzs

    A breakdown of the prices of Japanese Spitzs

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Bull Terrier 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.

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    Tolerates Being Alone: Bull Terrier versus Japanese Spitz

    Bull Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Japanese Spitzs do not like to be left alone.

    Do Bull Terriers shed more than Japanese Spitzs?

    Bull Terriers shed moderately.

    Japanese Spitzs shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Bull Terrier or the Japanese Spitz

    Bull Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Japanese Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Bull Terrier or the Japanese Spitz?

    Bull Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Japanese Spitzs are very easy to groom.

    Does the Bull Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?

    Bull Terriers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other 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 Bull Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?

    Bull Terriers 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.

    Can Bull Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Bull Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Japanese Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Bull Terrier vs. Japanese Spitz

    Bull Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    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 Bull Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Bull Terriers can tolerate hot weather.

    Japanese Spitzs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Bull Terrier or the Japanese Spitz?

    Bull Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Japanese Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Bull Terriers good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?

    Bull Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

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

    How Kid-friendly are Bull Terriers and Japanese Spitzs?

    Bull Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Bull Terrier Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?

    Bull Terriers are very easy to train.

    Japanese Spitzs are very easy to train.

    Is the Bull Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Japanese Spitz?

    Bull Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Japanese Spitzs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Bull Terrier or the Japanese Spitz?

    Bull Terriers are OK for new dog owners.

    Japanese Spitzs are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Bull Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Bull Terrier 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 Bull Terrier:

  • Field Spaniel (74 percent match with Bull Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Japanese Spitz vs Field Spaniel.
  • Westiepoo (73 percent match with Bull Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Japanese Spitz vs Westiepoo.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Spitz

    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 Bull Terrier vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Bordoodle (81 percent match with Japanese Spitz). Here is our comparison of the Bull Terrier vs Bordoodle.
  • Dutch Shepherd (79 percent match with Japanese Spitz). Here is our comparison of the Bull Terrier vs Dutch Shepherd.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Bull Terrier and how the Japanese Spitz compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Bull Terrier and of the Japanese Spitz to other breeds:

    Bull Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Bull Terrier versus Shichon     Bull Terrier versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Bull Terrier versus Korean Jindo Dog     Bull Terrier versus Chi-Poo     Bull Terrier versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Bull Terrier versus Cairn Terrier     Bull Terrier versus Great Pyrenees     Bull Terrier versus Bluetick Coonhound     Bull Terrier versus Kishu Ken     Bull Terrier versus Australian Cattle Dog     Bull Terrier versus Jack Russell Terrier     Bull Terrier versus Bouvier des Flandres     Bull Terrier versus Leonberger     Bull Terrier versus Biewer Terrier     Bull Terrier versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Bull Terrier versus Bich Poo     Bull Terrier versus Westiepoo     Bull Terrier versus Saint Berdoodle     Bull Terrier versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Bull Terrier versus Irish Setter     Bull Terrier versus Aussiedoodle     Bull Terrier versus Shihpoo     Bull Terrier versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Bull Terrier versus Leonberger     Bull Terrier versus Stabyhoun     

    Japanese Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Japanese Spitz versus Maltese     Japanese Spitz versus Miniature Schnauzer     Japanese Spitz versus Samoyed     Japanese Spitz versus Sealyham Terrier     Japanese Spitz versus Chinook     Japanese Spitz versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Japanese Spitz versus Portuguese Water Dog     Japanese Spitz versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Japanese Spitz versus Mudi     Japanese Spitz versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Japanese Spitz versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Japanese Spitz versus Miniature Pinscher     Japanese Spitz versus Chinese Crested     Japanese Spitz versus Keeshond     Japanese Spitz versus Maltipoo     Japanese Spitz versus Whippet     Japanese Spitz versus French Spaniel     Japanese Spitz versus Cavachon     Japanese Spitz versus Akita Chow     Japanese Spitz versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Japanese Spitz versus Black Russian Terrier     Japanese Spitz versus Rottweiler     Japanese Spitz versus Japanese Chin     Japanese Spitz versus Siberian Husky     Japanese Spitz versus Bich Poo     

    Conclusion: Bull Terrier 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 Bull Terrier and the Japanese Spitz better suits you and your family.