Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Japanese Chin Versus Spanish Mastiff: Introduction
- Japanese Chin versus Spanish Mastiff: Overview
- Japanese Chin versus Spanish Mastiff: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Japanese Chin and the Spanish Mastiff
- The Similarities Between the Japanese Chin and the Spanish Mastiff
- Size (Weight and Height) of Japanese Chin versus Spanish Mastiff
- Lifespan of Japanese Chin versus Spanish Mastiff
- Price of Japanese Chin versus Price of Spanish Mastiff
- Tolerates Being Alone: Japanese Chin versus Spanish Mastiff
- Do Japanese Chins shed more than Spanish Mastiffs?
- Which one drools more, the Japanese Chin or the Spanish Mastiff
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Japanese Chin or the Spanish Mastiff?
- Does the Japanese Chin Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spanish Mastiff?
- Do Japanese Chins Bark and Howl? What about Spanish Mastiffs?
- Can Japanese Chins Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Japanese Chin vs. Spanish Mastiff
- Can Japanese Chins Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Japanese Chin or the Spanish Mastiff?
- Are Japanese Chins good family dogs? What about Spanish Mastiffs?
- How Kid-friendly are Japanese Chins and Spanish Mastiffs?
- Is the Japanese Chin Easier to Train than the Spanish Mastiff?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Chin
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Spanish Mastiff
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Japanese Chin versus Spanish Mastiff. Which One is a Better Pet?
Japanese Chin Versus Spanish Mastiff: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Japanese Chin and the Spanish Mastiff? 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 Japanese Chin and the Spanish Mastiff 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 Japanese Chin and the Spanish Mastiff.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Japanese Chin and the Spanish Mastiff 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 Japanese Chin and for the Spanish Mastiff. 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 Japanese Chin and the Spanish Mastiff.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Japanese Chin or the Spanish Mastiff.
Japanese Chin versus Spanish Mastiff: Overview
A very important difference between the Japanese Chin and the Spanish Mastiff is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Japanese Chin is a tiny-sized dog while the Spanish Mastiff is a giant-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Japanese Chin 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.
On the other hand, the Spanish Mastiff 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.
Japanese Chin versus Spanish Mastiff: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Japanese Chin to the Spanish Mastiff 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 Japanese Chin and the Spanish Mastiff
| Factor | Japanese Chin | Spanish Mastiff |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 4 to 9 pounds | 140 to 220 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder | 26 to 35 inches |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $1930 | $1050 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2100 | $1000 – $1050 |
| 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 Japanese Chin 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 Spanish Mastiff. 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 Japanese Chin is 84 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Spanish Mastiff is 83 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Japanese Chin is a better pet than the Spanish Mastiff. So, you should get the Japanese Chin!
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 Japanese Chin and the Spanish Mastiff so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Japanese Chin and the Spanish Mastiff
Below is a list of where the Japanese Chin and the Spanish Mastiff are most different:
The Similarities Between the Japanese Chin and the Spanish Mastiff
The Japanese Chin and the Spanish Mastiff are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Japanese Chin and the Spanish Mastiff are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Japanese Chin versus Spanish Mastiff
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Japanese Chin and the Spanish Mastiff.
Japanese Chins weigh 4 to 9 pounds when fully grown. Japanese Chins are 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Spanish Mastiffs weigh 140 to 220 pounds when fully grown. Spanish Mastiffs are 26 to 35 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Japanese Chin versus Spanish Mastiff
The lifespan of Japanese Chins is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Japanese Chins is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Spanish Mastiffs is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Spanish Mastiffs is 11.0 years.
Japanese Chins live longer than Spanish Mastiffs.
Price of Japanese Chin versus Price of Spanish Mastiff
The average price of the Japanese Chin puppy is $1930. The price of the Japanese Chin typically ranges from $1500 – $2100. However, the price of a Japanese Chin can be as low as $600 and as high as $4800. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 71 Japanese Chin puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Spanish Mastiff puppy is $1050. The price of the Spanish Mastiff typically ranges from $1000 – $1050. However, the price of the Spanish Mastiff can be as low as $1000 and as high as $1200. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 4 Spanish Mastiff puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Japanese Chin is more expensive than the Spanish Mastiff.
| Japanese Chin | Spanish Mastiff | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1930 | $1050 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $2100 | $1000 to $1050 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Japanese Chin and Spanish Mastiff. For different price points, the charts show how many Japanese Chin puppies or how many Spanish Mastiff puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Japanese Chins. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Spanish Mastiffs
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Japanese Chin puppy or the Spanish Mastiff 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: Japanese Chin versus Spanish Mastiff
Japanese Chins do not like to be left alone.
Spanish Mastiffs can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Japanese Chins shed more than Spanish Mastiffs?
Japanese Chins shed moderately.
Spanish Mastiffs shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Japanese Chin or the Spanish Mastiff
Japanese Chins do have a very low tendency to drool.
Spanish Mastiffs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Japanese Chin or the Spanish Mastiff?
Japanese Chins are moderately easy to groom.
Spanish Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Japanese Chin Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spanish Mastiff?
Japanese Chins have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Spanish Mastiffs 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 Japanese Chins Bark and Howl? What about Spanish Mastiffs?
Japanese Chins bark and howl, but not very much.
Spanish Mastiffs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Japanese Chins Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Japanese Chins can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Spanish Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Japanese Chin vs. Spanish Mastiff
Japanese Chins do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Spanish Mastiffs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Japanese Chins Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Japanese Chins cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Spanish Mastiffs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Japanese Chin or the Spanish Mastiff?
Japanese Chins get along fairly well with other dogs.
Spanish Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Japanese Chins good family dogs? What about Spanish Mastiffs?
Japanese Chins are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
Spanish Mastiffs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Japanese Chins and Spanish Mastiffs?
Japanese Chins get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Spanish Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Japanese Chin Easier to Train than the Spanish Mastiff?
Japanese Chins are fairly easy to train.
Spanish Mastiffs are not easy to train.
Is the Japanese Chin Better for Apartment Owners than the Spanish Mastiff?
Japanese Chins adapt very well to apartment living.
Spanish Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Japanese Chin or the Spanish Mastiff?
Japanese Chins are very good for new dog owners.
Spanish Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Chin
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Japanese Chin 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 Chin:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Spanish Mastiff
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Spanish Mastiff 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 Spanish Mastiff:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Japanese Chin and how the Spanish Mastiff compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Japanese Chin and of the Spanish Mastiff to other breeds:
Japanese Chin Versus Other Dog Breeds
Japanese Chin versus Airedale Terrier Japanese Chin versus Flat-Coated Retriever Japanese Chin versus Finnish Lapphund Japanese Chin versus Bull Terrier Japanese Chin versus Chi-Poo Japanese Chin versus Chinese Shar-Pei Japanese Chin versus Barbet Japanese Chin versus American Foxhound Japanese Chin versus Irish Terrier Japanese Chin versus Patterdale Terrier Japanese Chin versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Japanese Chin versus Lancashire Heeler Japanese Chin versus Briard Japanese Chin versus Saint Berdoodle Japanese Chin versus Pug Japanese Chin versus American Staffordshire Terrier Japanese Chin versus Whippet Japanese Chin versus Mastiff Japanese Chin versus Great Dane Japanese Chin versus Dogo Argentino Japanese Chin versus Braque du Bourbonnais Japanese Chin versus Komondor Japanese Chin versus Giant Schnauzer Japanese Chin versus Bull Terrier Japanese Chin versus Korean Jindo Dog
Spanish Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds
Spanish Mastiff versus Border Terrier Spanish Mastiff versus English Setter Spanish Mastiff versus Cavachon Spanish Mastiff versus Vizsla Spanish Mastiff versus Bordoodle Spanish Mastiff versus Pyredoodle Spanish Mastiff versus Weimaraner Spanish Mastiff versus Saluki Spanish Mastiff versus German Pinscher Spanish Mastiff versus Australian Shepherd Spanish Mastiff versus American Hairless Terrier Spanish Mastiff versus Australian Shepherd Spanish Mastiff versus Brussels Griffon Spanish Mastiff versus American Staffordshire Terrier Spanish Mastiff versus Norfolk Terrier Spanish Mastiff versus French Bulldog Spanish Mastiff versus Maltipoo Spanish Mastiff versus Saint Berdoodle Spanish Mastiff versus Cesky Terrier Spanish Mastiff versus Berger Picard Spanish Mastiff versus Welsh Terrier Spanish Mastiff versus Chow Chow Spanish Mastiff versus Borzoi Spanish Mastiff versus Bordoodle Spanish Mastiff versus Black Russian Terrier
Conclusion: Japanese Chin versus Spanish Mastiff. 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 Japanese Chin and the Spanish Mastiff better suits you and your family.