Quick Links: Table of Contents
- French Bulldog Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction
- French Bulldog versus Japanese Spitz: Overview
- French Bulldog versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the French Bulldog and the Japanese Spitz
- Size (Weight and Height) of French Bulldog versus Japanese Spitz
- Price of French Bulldog versus Price of Japanese Spitz
- Tolerates Being Alone: French Bulldog versus Japanese Spitz
- Can French Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which one drools more, the French Bulldog or the Japanese Spitz
- Can French Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Does the French Bulldog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?
- Wanderlust Potential: French Bulldog vs. Japanese Spitz
- Do French Bulldogs shed more than Japanese Spitzs?
- Do French Bulldogs Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?
- How Kid-friendly are French Bulldogs and Japanese Spitzs?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the French Bulldog or the Japanese Spitz?
- Is the French Bulldog Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?
- Are French Bulldogs good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the French Bulldog or the Japanese Spitz?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the French Bulldog
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Spitz
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: French Bulldog versus Japanese Spitz. Which One is a Better Pet?
French Bulldog Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog and the Japanese Spitz.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog or the Japanese Spitz
French Bulldog versus Japanese Spitz: Overview
Both the French Bulldog and the Japanese Spitz are similar in size. The French Bulldog and the Japanese Spitz are both small-sized dogs.
Furthermore, both the French Bulldog and the Japanese Spitz are Companion Dogs. This means both the French Bulldog 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.
French Bulldog versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table
The table below compares the French Bulldog 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 | French Bulldog | Japanese Spitz |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 11 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 16 inches |
| Life Span | 11 to 14 years | 10 to 16 years |
| Weight | 16 to 28 pounds | 11 to 20 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $4610 | $1600 |
| Price Range | $3100 – $5000 | $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 French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog is 86 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 French Bulldog. 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 French Bulldog and the Japanese Spitz so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the French Bulldog and the Japanese Spitz
The French Bulldog and the Japanese Spitz are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the French Bulldog and the Japanese Spitz are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of French Bulldog versus Japanese Spitz
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the French Bulldog and the Japanese Spitz.
French Bulldogs weigh 16 to 28 pounds when fully grown. French Bulldogs are 11 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 French Bulldog versus Price of Japanese Spitz
The average price of the French Bulldog puppy is $4610. The price of the French Bulldog typically ranges from $3100 – $5000. However, the price of a French Bulldog can be as low as $123 and as high as $40000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 2308 French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog is more expensive than the Japanese Spitz.
| French Bulldog | Japanese Spitz | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $4610 | $1600 |
| Price Range | $3100 to $5000 | $1500 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the French Bulldog and Japanese Spitz. For different price points, the charts show how many French Bulldog puppies or how many Japanese Spitz puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of French Bulldogs. 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 French Bulldog 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: French Bulldog versus Japanese Spitz
French Bulldogs do not like to be left alone.
Japanese Spitzs do not like to be left alone.
Can French Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?
French Bulldogs 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 one drools more, the French Bulldog or the Japanese Spitz
French Bulldogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Japanese Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Can French Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?
French Bulldogs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Japanese Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Does the French Bulldog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?
French Bulldogs 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: French Bulldog vs. Japanese Spitz
French Bulldogs 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.
Do French Bulldogs shed more than Japanese Spitzs?
French Bulldogs shed moderately.
Japanese Spitzs shed moderately.
Do French Bulldogs Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?
French Bulldogs bark and howl, but not very much.
Japanese Spitzs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
How Kid-friendly are French Bulldogs and Japanese Spitzs?
French Bulldogs 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 French Bulldog or the Japanese Spitz?
French Bulldogs get along very well with other dogs.
Japanese Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.
Is the French Bulldog Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?
French Bulldogs are very easy to train.
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to train.
Is the French Bulldog Better for Apartment Owners than the Japanese Spitz?
French Bulldogs adapt very well to apartment living.
Japanese Spitzs adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the French Bulldog or the Japanese Spitz?
French Bulldogs are very good for new dog owners.
Japanese Spitzs are very good for new dog owners.
Are French Bulldogs good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?
French Bulldogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Japanese Spitzs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Which is Easier to Groom, the French Bulldog or the Japanese Spitz?
French Bulldogs are very easy to groom.
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to groom.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the French Bulldog
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog:
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 French Bulldog and how the Japanese Spitz compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the French Bulldog and of the Japanese Spitz to other breeds:
French Bulldog Versus Other Dog Breeds
French Bulldog versus Chinese Crested French Bulldog versus Pomapoo French Bulldog versus Komondor French Bulldog versus Whippet French Bulldog versus American Staffordshire Terrier French Bulldog versus Boston Terrier French Bulldog versus Brittany French Bulldog versus Ibizan Hound French Bulldog versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog French Bulldog versus Akita
Japanese Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds
Japanese Spitz versus Bull Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Karelian Bear Dog Japanese Spitz versus Lhasa Apso Japanese Spitz versus Plott Japanese Spitz versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Japanese Spitz versus American Foxhound Japanese Spitz versus Stabyhoun Japanese Spitz versus Alaskan Klee Kai Japanese Spitz versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Japanese Spitz versus Cockapoo
Conclusion: French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog and the Japanese Spitz better suits you and your family.