Quick Links: Table of Contents
- German Pinscher Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction
- German Pinscher versus Japanese Spitz: Overview
- German Pinscher versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the German Pinscher and the Japanese Spitz
- The Similarities Between the German Pinscher and the Japanese Spitz
- Size (Weight and Height) of German Pinscher versus Japanese Spitz
- Lifespan of German Pinscher versus Japanese Spitz
- Price of German Pinscher versus Price of Japanese Spitz
- Tolerates Being Alone: German Pinscher versus Japanese Spitz
- Do German Pinschers shed more than Japanese Spitzs?
- Which one drools more, the German Pinscher or the Japanese Spitz
- Which is Easier to Groom, the German Pinscher or the Japanese Spitz?
- Does the German Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?
- Do German Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?
- Can German Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: German Pinscher vs. Japanese Spitz
- Can German Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the German Pinscher or the Japanese Spitz?
- Are German Pinschers good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?
- How Kid-friendly are German Pinschers and Japanese Spitzs?
- Is the German Pinscher Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the German Pinscher
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Spitz
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: German Pinscher versus Japanese Spitz. Which One is a Better Pet?
German Pinscher Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the German Pinscher and the Japanese Spitz? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher and the Japanese Spitz.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher 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 with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher or the Japanese Spitz.
German Pinscher versus Japanese Spitz: Overview
A very important difference between the German Pinscher and the Japanese Spitz is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The German Pinscher is a medium-sized dog while the Japanese Spitz is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the German Pinscher 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.
German Pinscher versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table
The table below compares the German Pinscher 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.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the German Pinscher and the Japanese Spitz
| Factor | German Pinscher | Japanese Spitz |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 14 years | 10 to 16 years |
| Height | 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 16 inches |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 25 to 45 pounds | 11 to 20 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $2040 | $1600 |
| Price Range | $1150 – $2688 | $1500 – $2000 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the German Pinscher 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 the German Pinscher is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Japanese Spitz is 90 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Japanese Spitz is a better pet than the German Pinscher. 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 German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher and the Japanese Spitz
Below is a list of where the German Pinscher and the Japanese Spitz are most different:
The Similarities Between the German Pinscher and the Japanese Spitz
The German Pinscher and the Japanese Spitz are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the German Pinscher and the Japanese Spitz are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of German Pinscher versus Japanese Spitz
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the German Pinscher and the Japanese Spitz.
German Pinschers weigh 25 to 45 pounds when fully grown. German Pinschers are 17 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.
Lifespan of German Pinscher versus Japanese Spitz
The lifespan of German Pinschers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of German Pinschers is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is between 10 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is 13.0 years.
Price of German Pinscher versus Price of Japanese Spitz
The average price of the German Pinscher puppy is $2040. The price of the German Pinscher typically ranges from $1150 – $2688. However, the price of a German Pinscher can be as low as $500 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 10 German Pinscher 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 the 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 German Pinscher is more expensive than the Japanese Spitz.
| German Pinscher | Japanese Spitz | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2040 | $1600 |
| Price Range | $1150 to $2688 | $1500 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the German Pinscher and Japanese Spitz. For different price points, the charts show how many German Pinscher puppies or how many Japanese Spitz puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of German Pinschers. 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 German Pinscher 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 to buy 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 a puppy mill. Puppy mills 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: German Pinscher versus Japanese Spitz
German Pinschers can be left alone only for a short time.
Japanese Spitzs do not like to be left alone.
Do German Pinschers shed more than Japanese Spitzs?
German Pinschers shed moderately.
Japanese Spitzs shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the German Pinscher or the Japanese Spitz
German Pinschers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Japanese Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the German Pinscher or the Japanese Spitz?
German Pinschers are very easy to groom.
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to groom.
Does the German Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?
German Pinschers 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.
Do German Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?
German Pinschers bark and howl, but not very much.
Japanese Spitzs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can German Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?
German Pinschers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Japanese Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: German Pinscher vs. Japanese Spitz
German Pinschers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily 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 German Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?
German Pinschers can tolerate hot weather.
Japanese Spitzs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the German Pinscher or the Japanese Spitz?
German Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.
Japanese Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.
Are German Pinschers good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?
German Pinschers 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 German Pinschers and Japanese Spitzs?
German Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Japanese Spitzs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the German Pinscher Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?
German Pinschers are very easy to train.
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to train.
Is the German Pinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Japanese Spitz?
German Pinschers adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Japanese Spitzs adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the German Pinscher or the Japanese Spitz?
German Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.
Japanese Spitzs are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the German Pinscher
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher:
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 German Pinscher and how the Japanese Spitz compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the German Pinscher and of the Japanese Spitz to other breeds:
German Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
German Pinscher versus Valley Bulldog German Pinscher versus German Wirehaired Pointer German Pinscher versus German Wirehaired Pointer German Pinscher versus Cockapoo German Pinscher versus Welsh Springer Spaniel German Pinscher versus Cockalier German Pinscher versus Cesky Terrier German Pinscher versus Berger Picard German Pinscher versus Estrela Mountain Dog German Pinscher versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog German Pinscher versus Australian Terrier German Pinscher versus Estrela Mountain Dog German Pinscher versus Redbone Coonhound German Pinscher versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever German Pinscher versus Brittany German Pinscher versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier German Pinscher versus Airedale Terrier German Pinscher versus Clumber Spaniel German Pinscher versus German Shorthaired Pointer German Pinscher versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog German Pinscher versus Spinone Italiano German Pinscher versus Irish Wolfhound German Pinscher versus Saluki German Pinscher versus Alaskan Malamute German Pinscher versus Shichon
Japanese Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds
Japanese Spitz versus Lowchen Japanese Spitz versus Australian Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Afador Japanese Spitz versus Weimaraner Japanese Spitz versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Japanese Spitz versus Frenchton Japanese Spitz versus Schipperke Japanese Spitz versus Lhasapoo Japanese Spitz versus Portuguese Pointer Japanese Spitz versus Papillon Japanese Spitz versus Whippet Japanese Spitz versus Bullmastiff Japanese Spitz versus Sheepadoodle Japanese Spitz versus Komondor Japanese Spitz versus Belgian Sheepdog Japanese Spitz versus Pomsky Japanese Spitz versus Australian Shepherd Japanese Spitz versus Swedish Vallhund Japanese Spitz versus Goldador Japanese Spitz versus Carolina Dog Japanese Spitz versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Japanese Spitz versus Skye Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Harrier Japanese Spitz versus Giant Schnauzer Japanese Spitz versus German Shorthaired Pointer
Conclusion: German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher and the Japanese Spitz better suits you and your family.