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- Entlebucher Mountain Dog Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction
- Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Japanese Spitz: Overview
- Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Japanese Spitz
- The Similarities Between the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Japanese Spitz
- Size (Weight and Height) of Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Japanese Spitz
- Price of Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Price of Japanese Spitz
- Which one drools more, the Entlebucher Mountain Dog or the Japanese Spitz
- Can Entlebucher Mountain Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Tolerates Being Alone: Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Japanese Spitz
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Entlebucher Mountain Dog or the Japanese Spitz?
- Do Entlebucher Mountain Dogs shed more than Japanese Spitzs?
- Is the Entlebucher Mountain Dog Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?
- Wanderlust Potential: Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs. Japanese Spitz
- Can Entlebucher Mountain Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Does the Entlebucher Mountain Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?
- Are Entlebucher Mountain Dogs good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?
- How Kid-friendly are Entlebucher Mountain Dogs and Japanese Spitzs?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Entlebucher Mountain Dog or the Japanese Spitz?
- Do Entlebucher Mountain Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Entlebucher Mountain Dog
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Spitz
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Japanese Spitz. Which One is a Better Pet?
Entlebucher Mountain Dog Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Japanese Spitz.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog or the Japanese Spitz
Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Japanese Spitz: Overview
A very important difference between the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Japanese Spitz is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Entlebucher Mountain Dog is a medium-sized dog while the Japanese Spitz is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Entlebucher Mountain Dog belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
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.
Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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 | Entlebucher Mountain Dog | Japanese Spitz |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 13 years | 10 to 16 years |
| Height | 16 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 16 inches |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 45 to 65 pounds | 11 to 20 pounds |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 11.5 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $2020 | $1600 |
| Price Range | $920 – $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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog is 72 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog. 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Japanese Spitz
Below is a list of where the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Japanese Spitz are most different:
The Similarities Between the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Japanese Spitz
The Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Japanese Spitz are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Japanese Spitz are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Japanese Spitz
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Japanese Spitz.
Entlebucher Mountain Dogs weigh 45 to 65 pounds when fully grown. Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are 16 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.
Price of Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Price of Japanese Spitz
The average price of the Entlebucher Mountain Dog puppy is $2020. The price of the Entlebucher Mountain Dog typically ranges from $920 – $2500. However, the price of a Entlebucher Mountain Dog can be as low as $890 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 11 Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog is more expensive than the Japanese Spitz.
| Entlebucher Mountain Dog | Japanese Spitz | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2020 | $1600 |
| Price Range | $920 to $2500 | $1500 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and Japanese Spitz. For different price points, the charts show how many Entlebucher Mountain Dog puppies or how many Japanese Spitz puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Entlebucher Mountain Dogs. 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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.
Is the Entlebucher Mountain Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Japanese Spitz?
Entlebucher Mountain Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Japanese Spitzs adapt very well to apartment living.
Which one drools more, the Entlebucher Mountain Dog or the Japanese Spitz
Entlebucher Mountain Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Japanese Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Entlebucher Mountain Dog or the Japanese Spitz?
Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Japanese Spitzs are very good for new dog owners.
Can Entlebucher Mountain Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Entlebucher Mountain Dogs 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.
Tolerates Being Alone: Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Japanese Spitz
Entlebucher Mountain Dogs can be left alone only for a short time.
Japanese Spitzs do not like to be left alone.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Entlebucher Mountain Dog or the Japanese Spitz?
Entlebucher Mountain Dogs get along fairly well with other dogs.
Japanese Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.
Do Entlebucher Mountain Dogs shed more than Japanese Spitzs?
Entlebucher Mountain Dogs shed moderately.
Japanese Spitzs shed moderately.
Is the Entlebucher Mountain Dog Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?
Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are fairly easy to train.
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to train.
Wanderlust Potential: Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs. Japanese Spitz
Entlebucher Mountain Dogs 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.
Can Entlebucher Mountain Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Entlebucher Mountain Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Japanese Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Does the Entlebucher Mountain Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?
Entlebucher Mountain Dogs 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.
Are Entlebucher Mountain Dogs good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?
Entlebucher Mountain Dogs 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dogs and Japanese Spitzs?
Entlebucher Mountain Dogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Japanese Spitzs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Entlebucher Mountain Dog or the Japanese Spitz?
Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are very easy to groom.
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to groom.
Do Entlebucher Mountain Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?
Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Japanese Spitzs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Entlebucher Mountain Dog
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog:
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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog and how the Japanese Spitz compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and of the Japanese Spitz to other breeds:
Entlebucher Mountain Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds
Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus American Eskimo Dog Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Bich Poo Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Neapolitan Mastiff Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Belgian Sheepdog Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Pyredoodle Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Kai Ken Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Keeshond Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Kerry Blue Terrier Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Papillon
Japanese Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds
Japanese Spitz versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Japanese Spitz versus Boston Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Harrier Japanese Spitz versus Vizsla Japanese Spitz versus Bullmastiff Japanese Spitz versus Pomsky Japanese Spitz versus Affenhuahua Japanese Spitz versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Japanese Spitz versus Kuvasz Japanese Spitz versus Aussiedoodle
Conclusion: Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Japanese Spitz better suits you and your family.