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- Chow Chow Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction
- Chow Chow versus Japanese Spitz: Overview
- Chow Chow versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chow Chow and the Japanese Spitz
- The Similarities Between the Chow Chow and the Japanese Spitz
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chow Chow versus Japanese Spitz
- Lifespan of Chow Chow versus Japanese Spitz
- Price of Chow Chow versus Price of Japanese Spitz
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chow Chow versus Japanese Spitz
- Do Chow Chows shed more than Japanese Spitzs?
- Which one drools more, the Chow Chow or the Japanese Spitz
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chow Chow or the Japanese Spitz?
- Does the Chow Chow Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?
- Do Chow Chows Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?
- Can Chow Chows Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chow Chow vs. Japanese Spitz
- Can Chow Chows Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chow Chow or the Japanese Spitz?
- Are Chow Chows good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?
- How Kid-friendly are Chow Chows and Japanese Spitzs?
- Is the Chow Chow Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chow Chow
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Spitz
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chow Chow versus Japanese Spitz. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chow Chow Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow and the Japanese Spitz.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow or the Japanese Spitz.
Chow Chow versus Japanese Spitz: Overview
A very important difference between the Chow Chow and the Japanese Spitz is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chow Chow is a large-sized dog while the Japanese Spitz is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Chow Chow belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
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.
Chow Chow versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow and the Japanese Spitz
| Factor | Chow Chow | Japanese Spitz |
|---|---|---|
| Kid-Friendly | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 16 years |
| Height | 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 16 inches |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 40 to 70 pounds | 11 to 20 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $1750 | $1600 |
| Price Range | $1000 – $2500 | $1500 – $2000 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow is 69 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 Chow Chow. 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 Chow Chow and the Japanese Spitz so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chow Chow and the Japanese Spitz
Below is a list of where the Chow Chow and the Japanese Spitz are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chow Chow and the Japanese Spitz
The Chow Chow and the Japanese Spitz are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chow Chow and the Japanese Spitz are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chow Chow versus Japanese Spitz
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chow Chow and the Japanese Spitz.
Chow Chows weigh 40 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Chow Chows are 17 to 20 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 Chow Chow versus Japanese Spitz
The lifespan of Chow Chows is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Chow Chows is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is between 10 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is 13.0 years.
Chow Chows live longer than Japanese Spitzs.
Price of Chow Chow versus Price of Japanese Spitz
The average price of the Chow Chow puppy is $1750. The price of the Chow Chow typically ranges from $1000 – $2500. However, the price of a Chow Chow can be as low as $400 and as high as $4125. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 156 Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow is more expensive than the Japanese Spitz.
| Chow Chow | Japanese Spitz | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1750 | $1600 |
| Price Range | $1000 to $2500 | $1500 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Chow Chow and Japanese Spitz. For different price points, the charts show how many Chow Chow puppies or how many Japanese Spitz puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Chow Chows. 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 Chow Chow 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.
Tolerates Being Alone: Chow Chow versus Japanese Spitz
Chow Chows can be left alone for some time without problems.
Japanese Spitzs do not like to be left alone.
Do Chow Chows shed more than Japanese Spitzs?
Chow Chows do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Japanese Spitzs shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Chow Chow or the Japanese Spitz
Chow Chows drool moderately.
Japanese Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chow Chow or the Japanese Spitz?
Chow Chows require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to groom.
Does the Chow Chow Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?
Chow Chows 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.
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 Chow Chows Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?
Chow Chows 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 Chow Chows Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chow Chows can very well tolerate cold weather.
Japanese Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Chow Chow vs. Japanese Spitz
Chow Chows 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 Chow Chows Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chow Chows 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 Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chow Chow or the Japanese Spitz?
Chow Chows do not get along well with other dogs.
Japanese Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.
Are Chow Chows good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?
Chow Chows are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.
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Japanese Spitzs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chow Chows and Japanese Spitzs?
Chow Chows do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Japanese Spitzs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Chow Chow Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?
Chow Chows are not easy to train.
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to train.
Is the Chow Chow Better for Apartment Owners than the Japanese Spitz?
Chow Chows adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Japanese Spitzs adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chow Chow or the Japanese Spitz?
Chow Chows are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Japanese Spitzs are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chow Chow
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow:
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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chow Chow and how the Japanese Spitz compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chow Chow and of the Japanese Spitz to other breeds:
Chow Chow Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chow Chow versus Labrador Retriever Chow Chow versus Lagotto Romagnolo Chow Chow versus Norwegian Buhund Chow Chow versus German Pinscher Chow Chow versus Australian Shepherd Chow Chow versus Fila Brasileiro Chow Chow versus Whoodle Chow Chow versus Field Spaniel Chow Chow versus Standard Schnauzer Chow Chow versus Maremma Sheepdog Chow Chow versus Pharaoh Hound Chow Chow versus Australian Terrier Chow Chow versus Great Pyrenees Chow Chow versus Lagotto Romagnolo Chow Chow versus Boerboel Chow Chow versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Chow Chow versus Japanese Spitz Chow Chow versus Weimaraner Chow Chow versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Chow Chow versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Chow Chow versus Collie Chow Chow versus Cesky Terrier Chow Chow versus Biewer Terrier Chow Chow versus Irish Water Spaniel Chow Chow versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Japanese Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds
Japanese Spitz versus Great Pyrenees Japanese Spitz versus Bull Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Maremma Sheepdog Japanese Spitz versus Catahoula Bulldog Japanese Spitz versus American Water Spaniel Japanese Spitz versus Belgian Malinois Japanese Spitz versus Brussels Griffon Japanese Spitz versus Patterdale Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Kishu Ken Japanese Spitz versus Xoloitzcuintli Japanese Spitz versus Giant Schnauzer Japanese Spitz versus Field Spaniel Japanese Spitz versus Bullmastiff Japanese Spitz versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Japanese Spitz versus French Bulldog Japanese Spitz versus Brittany Japanese Spitz versus Beagle Japanese Spitz versus Brittany Japanese Spitz versus Miniature Pinscher Japanese Spitz versus Airedale Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Chinese Crested Japanese Spitz versus Pug Japanese Spitz versus Alaskan Malamute Japanese Spitz versus Chorkie Japanese Spitz versus Portuguese Pointer
Conclusion: Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow and the Japanese Spitz better suits you and your family.