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- Dogue de Bordeaux Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction
- Dogue de Bordeaux versus Japanese Spitz: Overview
- Dogue de Bordeaux versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Japanese Spitz
- The Similarities Between the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Japanese Spitz
- Size (Weight and Height) of Dogue de Bordeaux versus Japanese Spitz
- Price of Dogue de Bordeaux versus Price of Japanese Spitz
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Japanese Spitz?
- Wanderlust Potential: Dogue de Bordeaux vs. Japanese Spitz
- Tolerates Being Alone: Dogue de Bordeaux versus Japanese Spitz
- Can Dogue de Bordeauxs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Is the Dogue de Bordeaux Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?
- Do Dogue de Bordeauxs Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?
- Can Dogue de Bordeauxs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Do Dogue de Bordeauxs shed more than Japanese Spitzs?
- Does the Dogue de Bordeaux Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?
- Are Dogue de Bordeauxs good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?
- How Kid-friendly are Dogue de Bordeauxs and Japanese Spitzs?
- Which one drools more, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Japanese Spitz
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Japanese Spitz?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dogue de Bordeaux
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Spitz
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Dogue de Bordeaux versus Japanese Spitz. Which One is a Better Pet?
Dogue de Bordeaux Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux and the Japanese Spitz.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux or the Japanese Spitz
Dogue de Bordeaux versus Japanese Spitz: Overview
A very important difference between the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Japanese Spitz is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Dogue de Bordeaux is a large-sized dog while the Japanese Spitz is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Dogue de Bordeaux 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.
Dogue de Bordeaux versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Dogue de Bordeaux 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 | Dogue de Bordeaux | Japanese Spitz |
|---|---|---|
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 16 inches |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 8 to 12 years | 10 to 16 years |
| Weight | Starts at 100 pounds | 11 to 20 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 10.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $2270 | $1600 |
| Price Range | $1800 – $2500 | $1500 – $2000 |
| 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 Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux is 70 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Japanese Spitz is 90 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Japanese Spitz is a better pet than the Dogue de Bordeaux. 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 Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux and the Japanese Spitz
Below is a list of where the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Japanese Spitz are most different:
The Similarities Between the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Japanese Spitz
The Dogue de Bordeaux and the Japanese Spitz are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Japanese Spitz are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Dogue de Bordeaux versus Japanese Spitz
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Japanese Spitz.
Dogue de Bordeauxs weigh Starts at 100 pounds when fully grown. Dogue de Bordeauxs are 23 to 27 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 Dogue de Bordeaux versus Price of Japanese Spitz
The average price of the Dogue de Bordeaux puppy is $2270. The price of the Dogue de Bordeaux typically ranges from $1800 – $2500. However, the price of a Dogue de Bordeaux can be as low as $800 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 103 Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux is more expensive than the Japanese Spitz.
| Dogue de Bordeaux | Japanese Spitz | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2270 | $1600 |
| Price Range | $1800 to $2500 | $1500 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Dogue de Bordeaux and Japanese Spitz. For different price points, the charts show how many Dogue de Bordeaux puppies or how many Japanese Spitz puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Dogue de Bordeauxs. 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 Dogue de Bordeaux 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.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Japanese Spitz?
Dogue de Bordeauxs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Japanese Spitzs are very good for new dog owners.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Japanese Spitz?
Dogue de Bordeauxs do not get along well with other dogs.
Japanese Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.
Wanderlust Potential: Dogue de Bordeaux vs. Japanese Spitz
Dogue de Bordeauxs 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.
Tolerates Being Alone: Dogue de Bordeaux versus Japanese Spitz
Dogue de Bordeauxs do not like to be left alone.
Japanese Spitzs do not like to be left alone.
Can Dogue de Bordeauxs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Dogue de Bordeauxs 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 Dogue de Bordeaux Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?
Dogue de Bordeauxs are not easy to train.
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to train.
Do Dogue de Bordeauxs Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?
Dogue de Bordeauxs 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 Dogue de Bordeauxs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Dogue de Bordeauxs can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Japanese Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Do Dogue de Bordeauxs shed more than Japanese Spitzs?
Dogue de Bordeauxs shed moderately.
Japanese Spitzs shed moderately.
Does the Dogue de Bordeaux Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?
Dogue de Bordeauxs 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.
Is the Dogue de Bordeaux Better for Apartment Owners than the Japanese Spitz?
Dogue de Bordeauxs adapt very well to apartment living.
Japanese Spitzs adapt very well to apartment living.
Are Dogue de Bordeauxs good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?
Dogue de Bordeauxs 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 Dogue de Bordeauxs and Japanese Spitzs?
Dogue de Bordeauxs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Japanese Spitzs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which one drools more, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Japanese Spitz
Dogue de Bordeauxs have a very high tendency to drool.
Japanese Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Japanese Spitz?
Dogue de Bordeauxs are very easy to groom.
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to groom.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dogue de Bordeaux
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux:
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 Dogue de Bordeaux and how the Japanese Spitz compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Dogue de Bordeaux and of the Japanese Spitz to other breeds:
Dogue de Bordeaux Versus Other Dog Breeds
Dogue de Bordeaux versus Black Russian Terrier Dogue de Bordeaux versus Canaan Dog Dogue de Bordeaux versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Dogue de Bordeaux versus American Water Spaniel Dogue de Bordeaux versus Aussiedoodle Dogue de Bordeaux versus Pyredoodle Dogue de Bordeaux versus Carolina Dog Dogue de Bordeaux versus Mountain Cur Dogue de Bordeaux versus Kuvasz Dogue de Bordeaux versus Cockalier
Japanese Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds
Japanese Spitz versus Cane Corso Japanese Spitz versus Bichon Frise Japanese Spitz versus Peek A Poo Japanese Spitz versus French Spaniel Japanese Spitz versus Catahoula Bulldog Japanese Spitz versus Dogue de Bordeaux Japanese Spitz versus Chi-Poo Japanese Spitz versus Australian Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Yorkipoo Japanese Spitz versus Afghan Hound
Conclusion: Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux and the Japanese Spitz better suits you and your family.