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- Estrela Mountain Dog Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction
- Estrela Mountain Dog versus Japanese Spitz: Overview
- Estrela Mountain Dog versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Estrela Mountain Dog and the Japanese Spitz
- The Similarities Between the Estrela Mountain Dog and the Japanese Spitz
- Size (Weight and Height) of Estrela Mountain Dog versus Japanese Spitz
- Price of Estrela Mountain Dog versus Price of Japanese Spitz
- Does the Estrela Mountain Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?
- Wanderlust Potential: Estrela Mountain Dog vs. Japanese Spitz
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Estrela Mountain Dog or the Japanese Spitz?
- Tolerates Being Alone: Estrela Mountain Dog versus Japanese Spitz
- Can Estrela Mountain Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Estrela Mountain Dog or the Japanese Spitz?
- Which one drools more, the Estrela Mountain Dog or the Japanese Spitz
- Do Estrela Mountain Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?
- Can Estrela Mountain Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Do Estrela Mountain Dogs shed more than Japanese Spitzs?
- Is the Estrela Mountain Dog Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?
- Are Estrela Mountain Dogs good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?
- How Kid-friendly are Estrela Mountain Dogs and Japanese Spitzs?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Estrela Mountain Dog
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Spitz
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Estrela Mountain Dog versus Japanese Spitz. Which One is a Better Pet?
Estrela Mountain Dog Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Estrela 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 Estrela 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 Estrela Mountain Dog and the Japanese Spitz.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Estrela 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 Estrela 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 Estrela 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 Estrela Mountain Dog or the Japanese Spitz
Estrela Mountain Dog versus Japanese Spitz: Overview
A very important difference between the Estrela Mountain Dog and the Japanese Spitz is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Estrela Mountain Dog is a large-sized dog while the Japanese Spitz is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Estrela 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.
Estrela Mountain Dog versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Estrela 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 | Estrela Mountain Dog | Japanese Spitz |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 11 to 15 years | 10 to 16 years |
| Easygoing | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 24 to 30 inches | 10 to 16 inches |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 75 to 130 pounds | 11 to 20 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $2000 | $1600 |
| Price Range | $2000 – $2000 | $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 Estrela 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 Estrela Mountain Dog is 85 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 Estrela 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 Estrela 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 Estrela Mountain Dog and the Japanese Spitz
Below is a list of where the Estrela Mountain Dog and the Japanese Spitz are most different:
The Similarities Between the Estrela Mountain Dog and the Japanese Spitz
The Estrela Mountain Dog and the Japanese Spitz are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Estrela Mountain Dog and the Japanese Spitz are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Estrela Mountain Dog versus Japanese Spitz
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Estrela Mountain Dog and the Japanese Spitz.
Estrela Mountain Dogs weigh 75 to 130 pounds when fully grown. Estrela Mountain Dogs are 24 to 30 inches 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 Estrela Mountain Dog versus Price of Japanese Spitz
The average price of the Estrela Mountain Dog puppy is $2000. The price of the Estrela Mountain Dog typically ranges from $2000 – $2000. However, the price of a Estrela Mountain Dog can be as low as $2000 and as high as $2000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1 Estrela 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 Estrela Mountain Dog is more expensive than the Japanese Spitz.
| Estrela Mountain Dog | Japanese Spitz | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2000 | $1600 |
| Price Range | $2000 to $2000 | $1500 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Estrela Mountain Dog and Japanese Spitz. For different price points, the charts show how many Estrela Mountain Dog puppies or how many Japanese Spitz puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Estrela 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 Estrela 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 Estrela Mountain Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Japanese Spitz?
Estrela Mountain Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Japanese Spitzs adapt very well to apartment living.
Does the Estrela Mountain Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?
Estrela Mountain Dogs 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.
Wanderlust Potential: Estrela Mountain Dog vs. Japanese Spitz
Estrela Mountain Dogs 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.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Estrela Mountain Dog or the Japanese Spitz?
Estrela Mountain Dogs require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to groom.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Estrela Mountain Dog or the Japanese Spitz?
Estrela Mountain Dogs are OK for new dog owners.
Japanese Spitzs are very good for new dog owners.
Tolerates Being Alone: Estrela Mountain Dog versus Japanese Spitz
Estrela Mountain Dogs can be left alone only for a short time.
Japanese Spitzs do not like to be left alone.
Can Estrela Mountain Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Estrela Mountain Dogs 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.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Estrela Mountain Dog or the Japanese Spitz?
Estrela Mountain Dogs get along fairly well with other dogs.
Japanese Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.
Which one drools more, the Estrela Mountain Dog or the Japanese Spitz
Estrela Mountain Dogs drool moderately.
Japanese Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Do Estrela Mountain Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?
Estrela Mountain Dogs bark and howl, but not very much.
Japanese Spitzs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Estrela Mountain Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Estrela Mountain Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Japanese Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Do Estrela Mountain Dogs shed more than Japanese Spitzs?
Estrela Mountain Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Japanese Spitzs shed moderately.
Is the Estrela Mountain Dog Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?
Estrela Mountain Dogs are very easy to train.
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to train.
Are Estrela Mountain Dogs good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?
Estrela 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 Estrela Mountain Dogs and Japanese Spitzs?
Estrela Mountain Dogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Japanese Spitzs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Estrela Mountain Dog
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Estrela 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 Estrela 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 Estrela Mountain Dog and how the Japanese Spitz compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Estrela Mountain Dog and of the Japanese Spitz to other breeds:
Estrela Mountain Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds
Estrela Mountain Dog versus Dalmatian Estrela Mountain Dog versus Chinook Estrela Mountain Dog versus Maltipoo Estrela Mountain Dog versus Chorkie Estrela Mountain Dog versus Puggle Estrela Mountain Dog versus Norfolk Terrier Estrela Mountain Dog versus Bracco Italiano Estrela Mountain Dog versus Lhasapoo Estrela Mountain Dog versus Dachshund Estrela Mountain Dog versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Japanese Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds
Japanese Spitz versus Papillon Japanese Spitz versus Australian Kelpie Japanese Spitz versus Labradoodle Japanese Spitz versus Norfolk Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Goldador Japanese Spitz versus Bich Poo Japanese Spitz versus Dalmatian Japanese Spitz versus French Bulldog Japanese Spitz versus Kooikerhondje Japanese Spitz versus Lhasapoo
Conclusion: Estrela 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 Estrela Mountain Dog and the Japanese Spitz better suits you and your family.