Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Great Dane Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction
- Great Dane versus Japanese Spitz: Overview
- Great Dane versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Great Dane and the Japanese Spitz
- The Similarities Between the Great Dane and the Japanese Spitz
- Size (Weight and Height) of Great Dane versus Japanese Spitz
- Lifespan of Great Dane versus Japanese Spitz
- Price of Great Dane versus Price of Japanese Spitz
- Tolerates Being Alone: Great Dane versus Japanese Spitz
- Do Great Danes shed more than Japanese Spitzs?
- Which one drools more, the Great Dane or the Japanese Spitz
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Great Dane or the Japanese Spitz?
- Does the Great Dane Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?
- Do Great Danes Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?
- Can Great Danes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Great Dane vs. Japanese Spitz
- Can Great Danes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Great Dane or the Japanese Spitz?
- Are Great Danes good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?
- How Kid-friendly are Great Danes and Japanese Spitzs?
- Is the Great Dane Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Great Dane
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Spitz
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Great Dane versus Japanese Spitz. Which One is a Better Pet?
Great Dane Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Great Dane 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 Great Dane 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 Great Dane and the Japanese Spitz.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Great Dane 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 Great Dane 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 Great Dane 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 Great Dane or the Japanese Spitz.
Great Dane versus Japanese Spitz: Overview
A very important difference between the Great Dane and the Japanese Spitz is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Great Dane is a giant-sized dog while the Japanese Spitz is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Great Dane 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.
Great Dane versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Great Dane 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 Great Dane and the Japanese Spitz
| Factor | Great Dane | Japanese Spitz |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 100 to 200 pounds | 11 to 20 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 26 to 34 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 16 inches |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 7 to 10 years | 10 to 16 years |
| Average Lifespan | 8.5 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $1560 | $1600 |
| Price Range | $1000 – $2000 | $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 Great Dane 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 Great Dane is 73 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 Great Dane. 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 Great Dane 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 Great Dane and the Japanese Spitz
Below is a list of where the Great Dane and the Japanese Spitz are most different:
The Similarities Between the Great Dane and the Japanese Spitz
The Great Dane and the Japanese Spitz are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Great Dane and the Japanese Spitz are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Great Dane versus Japanese Spitz
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Great Dane and the Japanese Spitz.
Great Danes weigh 100 to 200 pounds when fully grown. Great Danes are 26 to 34 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 Great Dane versus Japanese Spitz
The lifespan of Great Danes is between 7 to 10 years. The average lifespan of Great Danes is 8.5 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 Great Danes.
Price of Great Dane versus Price of Japanese Spitz
The average price of the Great Dane puppy is $1560. The price of the Great Dane typically ranges from $1000 – $2000. However, the price of a Great Dane can be as low as $100 and as high as $5500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1324 Great Dane 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 Japanese Spitz is more expensive than the Great Dane.
| Great Dane | Japanese Spitz | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1560 | $1600 |
| Price Range | $1000 to $2000 | $1500 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Great Dane and Japanese Spitz. For different price points, the charts show how many Great Dane puppies or how many Japanese Spitz puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Great Danes. 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 Great Dane 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: Great Dane versus Japanese Spitz
Great Danes do not like to be left alone.
Japanese Spitzs do not like to be left alone.
Do Great Danes shed more than Japanese Spitzs?
Great Danes shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Japanese Spitzs shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Great Dane or the Japanese Spitz
Great Danes have a very high tendency to drool.
Japanese Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Great Dane or the Japanese Spitz?
Great Danes are very easy to groom.
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to groom.
Does the Great Dane Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?
Great Danes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and 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 Great Danes Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?
Great Danes are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Japanese Spitzs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Great Danes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Great Danes cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Japanese Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Great Dane vs. Japanese Spitz
Great Danes 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 Great Danes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Great Danes 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 Great Dane or the Japanese Spitz?
Great Danes get along very well with other dogs.
Japanese Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.
Are Great Danes good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?
Great Danes 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 Great Danes and Japanese Spitzs?
Great Danes get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Japanese Spitzs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Great Dane Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?
Great Danes are very easy to train.
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to train.
Is the Great Dane Better for Apartment Owners than the Japanese Spitz?
Great Danes do not adapt well to apartment living.
Japanese Spitzs adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Great Dane or the Japanese Spitz?
Great Danes are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Japanese Spitzs are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Great Dane
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Great Dane 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 Great Dane:
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 Great Dane and how the Japanese Spitz compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Great Dane and of the Japanese Spitz to other breeds:
Great Dane Versus Other Dog Breeds
Great Dane versus Chi-Poo Great Dane versus Bernedoodle Great Dane versus Azawakh Great Dane versus Greyhound Great Dane versus Akita Great Dane versus Chihuahua Great Dane versus Akita Great Dane versus Doberman Pinscher Great Dane versus Pomsky Great Dane versus Pyrenean Shepherd Great Dane versus Standard Schnauzer Great Dane versus Tibetan Terrier Great Dane versus Norwegian Buhund Great Dane versus Norfolk Terrier Great Dane versus Dalmatian Great Dane versus Fila Brasileiro Great Dane versus Cane Corso Great Dane versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Great Dane versus Neapolitan Mastiff Great Dane versus Whoodle Great Dane versus Vizsla Great Dane versus Mountain Cur Great Dane versus Morkie Great Dane versus Aussiedoodle Great Dane versus Komondor
Japanese Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds
Japanese Spitz versus Great Dane Japanese Spitz versus King Shepherd Japanese Spitz versus Alaskan Klee Kai Japanese Spitz versus Cockalier Japanese Spitz versus Bullmastiff Japanese Spitz versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Japanese Spitz versus Irish Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Shih Tzu Japanese Spitz versus Golden Cocker Retriever Japanese Spitz versus Gordon Setter Japanese Spitz versus Toy Poodle Japanese Spitz versus Stabyhoun Japanese Spitz versus Maremma Sheepdog Japanese Spitz versus Collie Japanese Spitz versus Mudi Japanese Spitz versus Boxerdoodle Japanese Spitz versus Pyredoodle Japanese Spitz versus Dutch Shepherd Japanese Spitz versus Kuvasz Japanese Spitz versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Japanese Spitz versus Golden Retriever Japanese Spitz versus Mountain Cur Japanese Spitz versus Bichon Frise Japanese Spitz versus Brussels Griffon Japanese Spitz versus Karelian Bear Dog
Conclusion: Great Dane 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 Great Dane and the Japanese Spitz better suits you and your family.