Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Irish Wolfhound Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction
- Irish Wolfhound versus Japanese Spitz: Overview
- Irish Wolfhound versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Irish Wolfhound and the Japanese Spitz
- The Similarities Between the Irish Wolfhound and the Japanese Spitz
- Size (Weight and Height) of Irish Wolfhound versus Japanese Spitz
- Lifespan of Irish Wolfhound versus Japanese Spitz
- Price of Irish Wolfhound versus Price of Japanese Spitz
- Tolerates Being Alone: Irish Wolfhound versus Japanese Spitz
- Do Irish Wolfhounds shed more than Japanese Spitzs?
- Which one drools more, the Irish Wolfhound or the Japanese Spitz
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Irish Wolfhound or the Japanese Spitz?
- Does the Irish Wolfhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?
- Do Irish Wolfhounds Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?
- Can Irish Wolfhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Irish Wolfhound vs. Japanese Spitz
- Can Irish Wolfhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Irish Wolfhound or the Japanese Spitz?
- Are Irish Wolfhounds good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?
- How Kid-friendly are Irish Wolfhounds and Japanese Spitzs?
- Is the Irish Wolfhound Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Irish Wolfhound
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Spitz
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Irish Wolfhound versus Japanese Spitz. Which One is a Better Pet?
Irish Wolfhound Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Irish Wolfhound 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 Irish Wolfhound 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 Irish Wolfhound and the Japanese Spitz.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Irish Wolfhound 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 Irish Wolfhound 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 Irish Wolfhound 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 Irish Wolfhound or the Japanese Spitz.
Irish Wolfhound versus Japanese Spitz: Overview
A very important difference between the Irish Wolfhound and the Japanese Spitz is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Irish Wolfhound is a giant-sized dog while the Japanese Spitz is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Irish Wolfhound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
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.
Irish Wolfhound versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Irish Wolfhound 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 Irish Wolfhound and the Japanese Spitz
| Factor | Irish Wolfhound | Japanese Spitz |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 115 to 180 pounds | 11 to 20 pounds |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 32 to 35 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 16 inches |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| 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 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 6 to 8 years | 10 to 16 years |
| Average Lifespan | 7.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $1930 | $1600 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2400 | $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 Irish Wolfhound 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 Irish Wolfhound is 82 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 Irish Wolfhound. 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 Irish Wolfhound 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 Irish Wolfhound and the Japanese Spitz
Below is a list of where the Irish Wolfhound and the Japanese Spitz are most different:
The Similarities Between the Irish Wolfhound and the Japanese Spitz
The Irish Wolfhound and the Japanese Spitz are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Irish Wolfhound and the Japanese Spitz are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Irish Wolfhound versus Japanese Spitz
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Irish Wolfhound and the Japanese Spitz.
Irish Wolfhounds weigh 115 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Irish Wolfhounds are 32 to 35 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 Irish Wolfhound versus Japanese Spitz
The lifespan of Irish Wolfhounds is between 6 to 8 years. The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhounds is 7.0 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 Irish Wolfhounds.
Price of Irish Wolfhound versus Price of Japanese Spitz
The average price of the Irish Wolfhound puppy is $1930. The price of the Irish Wolfhound typically ranges from $1500 – $2400. However, the price of a Irish Wolfhound can be as low as $720 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 91 Irish Wolfhound 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 Irish Wolfhound is more expensive than the Japanese Spitz.
| Irish Wolfhound | Japanese Spitz | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1930 | $1600 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $2400 | $1500 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Irish Wolfhound and Japanese Spitz. For different price points, the charts show how many Irish Wolfhound puppies or how many Japanese Spitz puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Irish Wolfhounds. 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 Irish Wolfhound 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: Irish Wolfhound versus Japanese Spitz
Irish Wolfhounds do not like to be left alone.
Japanese Spitzs do not like to be left alone.
Do Irish Wolfhounds shed more than Japanese Spitzs?
Irish Wolfhounds shed moderately.
Japanese Spitzs shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Irish Wolfhound or the Japanese Spitz
Irish Wolfhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Japanese Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Irish Wolfhound or the Japanese Spitz?
Irish Wolfhounds are moderately easy to groom.
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to groom.
Does the Irish Wolfhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?
Irish Wolfhounds 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 Irish Wolfhounds Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?
Irish Wolfhounds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Japanese Spitzs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Irish Wolfhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Irish Wolfhounds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Japanese Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Irish Wolfhound vs. Japanese Spitz
Irish Wolfhounds 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 Irish Wolfhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Irish Wolfhounds 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 Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Irish Wolfhound or the Japanese Spitz?
Irish Wolfhounds get along very well with other dogs.
Japanese Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.
Are Irish Wolfhounds good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?
Irish Wolfhounds 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 Irish Wolfhounds and Japanese Spitzs?
Irish Wolfhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Japanese Spitzs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Irish Wolfhound Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?
Irish Wolfhounds are fairly easy to train.
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to train.
Is the Irish Wolfhound Better for Apartment Owners than the Japanese Spitz?
Irish Wolfhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Japanese Spitzs adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Irish Wolfhound or the Japanese Spitz?
Irish Wolfhounds 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 Irish Wolfhound
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Irish Wolfhound 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 Irish Wolfhound:
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 Irish Wolfhound and how the Japanese Spitz compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Irish Wolfhound and of the Japanese Spitz to other breeds:
Irish Wolfhound Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Japanese Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds
Japanese Spitz versus Mal Shi Japanese Spitz versus Dutch Shepherd Japanese Spitz versus Boston Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Cavachon Japanese Spitz versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Japanese Spitz versus Akita Japanese Spitz versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Japanese Spitz versus Toy Fox Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Maremma Sheepdog Japanese Spitz versus Portuguese Water Dog Japanese Spitz versus Biewer Terrier Japanese Spitz versus American Pit Bull Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Sussex Spaniel Japanese Spitz versus Canaan Dog Japanese Spitz versus Weimaraner Japanese Spitz versus Australian Kelpie Japanese Spitz versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Japanese Spitz versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Akita Chow Japanese Spitz versus Bracco Italiano Japanese Spitz versus Great Dane Japanese Spitz versus Brussels Griffon Japanese Spitz versus Scottish Deerhound Japanese Spitz versus German Wirehaired Pointer Japanese Spitz versus Boston Terrier
Conclusion: Irish Wolfhound 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 Irish Wolfhound and the Japanese Spitz better suits you and your family.