Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Goldendoodle Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction
- Goldendoodle versus Japanese Spitz: Overview
- Goldendoodle versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Goldendoodle and the Japanese Spitz
- The Similarities Between the Goldendoodle and the Japanese Spitz
- Size (Weight and Height) of Goldendoodle versus Japanese Spitz
- Lifespan of Goldendoodle versus Japanese Spitz
- Price of Goldendoodle versus Price of Japanese Spitz
- Tolerates Being Alone: Goldendoodle versus Japanese Spitz
- Do Goldendoodles shed more than Japanese Spitzs?
- Which one drools more, the Goldendoodle or the Japanese Spitz
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Goldendoodle or the Japanese Spitz?
- Does the Goldendoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?
- Do Goldendoodles Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?
- Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Goldendoodle vs. Japanese Spitz
- Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Goldendoodle or the Japanese Spitz?
- Are Goldendoodles good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?
- How Kid-friendly are Goldendoodles and Japanese Spitzs?
- Is the Goldendoodle Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldendoodle
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Spitz
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Goldendoodle versus Japanese Spitz. Which One is a Better Pet?
Goldendoodle Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle and the Japanese Spitz.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle or the Japanese Spitz.
Goldendoodle versus Japanese Spitz: Overview
A very important difference between the Goldendoodle and the Japanese Spitz is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Goldendoodle is a large-sized dog while the Japanese Spitz is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Goldendoodle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
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.
Goldendoodle versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle and the Japanese Spitz
| Factor | Goldendoodle | Japanese Spitz |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 10 to 16 years |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 20 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 16 inches |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 50 to 90 pounds | 11 to 20 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $2170 | $1600 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2500 | $1500 – $2000 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data | No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle is 90 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 not better or worse than the Goldendoodle. So, you can get the Japanese Spitz or the Goldendoodle!
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 Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle and the Japanese Spitz
Below is a list of where the Goldendoodle and the Japanese Spitz are most different:
The Similarities Between the Goldendoodle and the Japanese Spitz
The Goldendoodle and the Japanese Spitz are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Goldendoodle and the Japanese Spitz are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Goldendoodle versus Japanese Spitz
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Goldendoodle and the Japanese Spitz.
Goldendoodles weigh 50 to 90 pounds when fully grown. Goldendoodles are 20 to 24 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 Goldendoodle versus Japanese Spitz
The lifespan of Goldendoodles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Goldendoodles is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is between 10 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is 13.0 years.
Japanese Spitzs live longer than Goldendoodles.
Price of Goldendoodle versus Price of Japanese Spitz
The average price of the Goldendoodle puppy is $2170. The price of the Goldendoodle typically ranges from $1500 – $2500. However, the price of a Goldendoodle can be as low as $300 and as high as $32500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 4239 Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle is more expensive than the Japanese Spitz.
| Goldendoodle | Japanese Spitz | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2170 | $1600 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $2500 | $1500 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Goldendoodle and Japanese Spitz. For different price points, the charts show how many Goldendoodle puppies or how many Japanese Spitz puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Goldendoodles. 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 Goldendoodle 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: Goldendoodle versus Japanese Spitz
Goldendoodles can be left alone only for a short time.
Japanese Spitzs do not like to be left alone.
Do Goldendoodles shed more than Japanese Spitzs?
Goldendoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Japanese Spitzs shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Goldendoodle or the Japanese Spitz
Goldendoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Japanese Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Goldendoodle or the Japanese Spitz?
Goldendoodles are very easy to groom.
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to groom.
Does the Goldendoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?
Goldendoodles 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.
Do Goldendoodles Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?
Goldendoodles bark and howl, but not very much.
Japanese Spitzs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Goldendoodles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Japanese Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Goldendoodle vs. Japanese Spitz
Goldendoodles 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 Goldendoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Goldendoodles 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 Goldendoodle or the Japanese Spitz?
Goldendoodles get along very well with other dogs.
Japanese Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.
Are Goldendoodles good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?
Goldendoodles 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 Goldendoodles and Japanese Spitzs?
Goldendoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Japanese Spitzs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Goldendoodle Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?
Goldendoodles are very easy to train.
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to train.
Is the Goldendoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Japanese Spitz?
Goldendoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.
Japanese Spitzs adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Goldendoodle or the Japanese Spitz?
Goldendoodles are very good for new dog owners.
Japanese Spitzs are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldendoodle
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle:
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 Goldendoodle and how the Japanese Spitz compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Goldendoodle and of the Japanese Spitz to other breeds:
Goldendoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Goldendoodle versus Cavapoo Goldendoodle versus Beagle Goldendoodle versus Harrier Goldendoodle versus Pyrenean Shepherd Goldendoodle versus Boxer Goldendoodle versus Shichon Goldendoodle versus Boerboel Goldendoodle versus Brussels Griffon Goldendoodle versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Goldendoodle versus Boxerdoodle Goldendoodle versus Braque du Bourbonnais Goldendoodle versus Standard Poodle Goldendoodle versus American Pit Bull Terrier Goldendoodle versus Pomeranian Goldendoodle versus Coton de Tulear Goldendoodle versus Maltese Goldendoodle versus Sheepadoodle Goldendoodle versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Goldendoodle versus Japanese Chin Goldendoodle versus Chinese Crested Goldendoodle versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Goldendoodle versus Japanese Chin Goldendoodle versus Briard Goldendoodle versus English Springer Spaniel
Japanese Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds
Japanese Spitz versus Scottish Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Pomapoo Japanese Spitz versus Norfolk Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Chinese Shar-Pei Japanese Spitz versus Lhasa Apso Japanese Spitz versus Black Russian Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Keeshond Japanese Spitz versus Pomchi Japanese Spitz versus Boykin Spaniel Japanese Spitz versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Japanese Spitz versus Australian Shepherd Japanese Spitz versus Siberian Husky Japanese Spitz versus Brussels Griffon Japanese Spitz versus Miniature Schnauzer Japanese Spitz versus Bullmastiff Japanese Spitz versus Scottish Deerhound Japanese Spitz versus Belgian Tervuren Japanese Spitz versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Japanese Spitz versus Portuguese Water Dog Japanese Spitz versus Maremma Sheepdog Japanese Spitz versus Briard Japanese Spitz versus Akita Japanese Spitz versus Ibizan Hound Japanese Spitz versus Carolina Dog Japanese Spitz versus Yorkipoo
Conclusion: Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle and the Japanese Spitz better suits you and your family.