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- Coton de Tulear Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction
- Coton de Tulear versus Japanese Spitz: Overview
- Coton de Tulear versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Coton de Tulear and the Japanese Spitz
- The Similarities Between the Coton de Tulear and the Japanese Spitz
- Size (Weight and Height) of Coton de Tulear versus Japanese Spitz
- Price of Coton de Tulear versus Price of Japanese Spitz
- Tolerates Being Alone: Coton de Tulear versus Japanese Spitz
- Do Coton de Tulears shed more than Japanese Spitzs?
- Which one drools more, the Coton de Tulear or the Japanese Spitz
- Does the Coton de Tulear Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Coton de Tulear or the Japanese Spitz?
- Do Coton de Tulears Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?
- Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Is the Coton de Tulear Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?
- Wanderlust Potential: Coton de Tulear vs. Japanese Spitz
- Are Coton de Tulears good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?
- How Kid-friendly are Coton de Tulears and Japanese Spitzs?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Coton de Tulear or the Japanese Spitz?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Coton de Tulear
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Spitz
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Coton de Tulear versus Japanese Spitz. Which One is a Better Pet?
Coton de Tulear Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear and the Japanese Spitz.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear or the Japanese Spitz
Coton de Tulear versus Japanese Spitz: Overview
A very important difference between the Coton de Tulear and the Japanese Spitz is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Coton de Tulear is a tiny-sized dog while the Japanese Spitz is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Coton de Tulear and the Japanese Spitz are Companion Dogs. This means both the Coton de Tulear 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.
Coton de Tulear versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Coton de Tulear 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 | Coton de Tulear | Japanese Spitz |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 14 to 16 years | 10 to 16 years |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 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 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 8 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 16 inches |
| Weight | 8 to 13 pounds | 11 to 20 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 15.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $2060 | $1600 |
| Price Range | $1745 – $2500 | $1500 – $2000 |
| Temperament Score | ||
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear is 94 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Japanese Spitz is 90 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Coton de Tulear is a better pet than the Japanese Spitz. So, you should get the Coton de Tulear!
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 Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear and the Japanese Spitz
Below is a list of where the Coton de Tulear and the Japanese Spitz are most different:
The Similarities Between the Coton de Tulear and the Japanese Spitz
The Coton de Tulear and the Japanese Spitz are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Coton de Tulear and the Japanese Spitz are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Coton de Tulear versus Japanese Spitz
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Coton de Tulear and the Japanese Spitz.
Coton de Tulears weigh 8 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Coton de Tulears are 8 to 12 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.
Price of Coton de Tulear versus Price of Japanese Spitz
The average price of the Coton de Tulear puppy is $2060. The price of the Coton de Tulear typically ranges from $1745 – $2500. However, the price of a Coton de Tulear can be as low as $1000 and as high as $3200. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 127 Coton de Tulear 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 a 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 Coton de Tulear is more expensive than the Japanese Spitz.
| Coton de Tulear | Japanese Spitz | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2060 | $1600 |
| Price Range | $1745 to $2500 | $1500 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Coton de Tulear and Japanese Spitz. For different price points, the charts show how many Coton de Tulear puppies or how many Japanese Spitz puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Coton de Tulears. 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 Coton de Tulear 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 from 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 one of those puppy mills that 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: Coton de Tulear versus Japanese Spitz
Coton de Tulears do not like to be left alone.
Japanese Spitzs do not like to be left alone.
Do Coton de Tulears shed more than Japanese Spitzs?
Coton de Tulears do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Japanese Spitzs shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Coton de Tulear or the Japanese Spitz
Coton de Tulears do have a very low tendency to drool.
Japanese Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Does the Coton de Tulear Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?
Coton de Tulears 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.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Coton de Tulear or the Japanese Spitz?
Coton de Tulears require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to groom.
Do Coton de Tulears Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?
Coton de Tulears 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 Coton de Tulears Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Coton de Tulears can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Japanese Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Coton de Tulears can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Japanese Spitzs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Coton de Tulear Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?
Coton de Tulears are fairly easy to train.
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to train.
Wanderlust Potential: Coton de Tulear vs. Japanese Spitz
Coton de Tulears have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get 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.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Coton de Tulear or the Japanese Spitz?
Coton de Tulears are very good for new dog owners.
Japanese Spitzs are very good for new dog owners.
Is the Coton de Tulear Better for Apartment Owners than the Japanese Spitz?
Coton de Tulears adapt very well to apartment living.
Japanese Spitzs adapt very well to apartment living.
Are Coton de Tulears good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?
Coton de Tulears 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 Coton de Tulears and Japanese Spitzs?
Coton de Tulears 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 Coton de Tulear or the Japanese Spitz?
Coton de Tulears get along very well with other dogs.
Japanese Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Coton de Tulear
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear:
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 Coton de Tulear and how the Japanese Spitz compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Coton de Tulear and of the Japanese Spitz to other breeds:
Coton de Tulear Versus Other Dog Breeds
Coton de Tulear versus Bull Terrier Coton de Tulear versus Samoyed Coton de Tulear versus American Hairless Terrier Coton de Tulear versus Sloughi Coton de Tulear versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Coton de Tulear versus Bordoodle Coton de Tulear versus Puli Coton de Tulear versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Coton de Tulear versus Valley Bulldog Coton de Tulear versus American Pit Bull Terrier
Japanese Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds
Japanese Spitz versus Cockapoo Japanese Spitz versus American Pit Bull Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Lhasapoo Japanese Spitz versus Golden Cocker Retriever Japanese Spitz versus Spinone Italiano Japanese Spitz versus Boxerdoodle Japanese Spitz versus Papipoo Japanese Spitz versus Sussex Spaniel Japanese Spitz versus Westiepoo Japanese Spitz versus Bernese Mountain Dog
Conclusion: Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear and the Japanese Spitz better suits you and your family.