Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Japanese Spitz Versus Lakeland Terrier: Introduction
- Japanese Spitz versus Lakeland Terrier: Overview
- Japanese Spitz versus Lakeland Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Japanese Spitz and the Lakeland Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Japanese Spitz versus Lakeland Terrier
- Lifespan of Japanese Spitz versus Lakeland Terrier
- Price of Japanese Spitz versus Price of Lakeland Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Japanese Spitz versus Lakeland Terrier
- Do Japanese Spitzs shed more than Lakeland Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Japanese Spitz or the Lakeland Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Japanese Spitz or the Lakeland Terrier?
- Does the Japanese Spitz Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Lakeland Terrier?
- Do Japanese Spitzs Bark and Howl? What about Lakeland Terriers?
- Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Lakeland Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Japanese Spitz vs. Lakeland Terrier
- Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Lakeland Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Japanese Spitz or the Lakeland Terrier?
- Are Japanese Spitzs good family dogs? What about Lakeland Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Japanese Spitzs and Lakeland Terriers?
- Is the Japanese Spitz Easier to Train than the Lakeland Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Spitz
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lakeland Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Japanese Spitz versus Lakeland Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Japanese Spitz Versus Lakeland Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Japanese Spitz and the Lakeland Terrier? 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 Spitz and the Lakeland Terrier 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 Spitz and the Lakeland Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Japanese Spitz and the Lakeland Terrier 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 Spitz and for the Lakeland Terrier. 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 Spitz and the Lakeland Terrier.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Japanese Spitz or the Lakeland Terrier.
Japanese Spitz versus Lakeland Terrier: Overview
Both the Japanese Spitz and the Lakeland Terrier are similar in size. The Japanese Spitz and the Lakeland Terrier are both small-sized dogs.
Furthermore, 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.
On the other hand, the Lakeland Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
Japanese Spitz versus Lakeland Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Japanese Spitz to the Lakeland Terrier 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 Spitz and the Lakeland Terrier
| Factor | Japanese Spitz | Lakeland Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 10 to 16 inches | 13 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 10 to 16 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Weight | 11 to 20 pounds | 15 to 17 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1600 | $1810 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2000 | $1600 – $2325 |
| 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 Japanese Spitz 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 Lakeland Terrier. 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 Spitz is 90 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Lakeland Terrier is 81 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Japanese Spitz is a better pet than the Lakeland Terrier. 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 Japanese Spitz and the Lakeland Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Japanese Spitz and the Lakeland Terrier
The Japanese Spitz and the Lakeland Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Japanese Spitz and the Lakeland Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Japanese Spitz versus Lakeland Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Japanese Spitz and the Lakeland Terrier.
Japanese Spitzs weigh 11 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Japanese Spitzs are 10 to 16 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Lakeland Terriers weigh 15 to 17 pounds when fully grown. Lakeland Terriers are 13 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Japanese Spitz versus Lakeland Terrier
The lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is between 10 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of Lakeland Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Lakeland Terriers is 13.5 years.
Lakeland Terriers live longer than Japanese Spitzs.
Price of Japanese Spitz versus Price of Lakeland Terrier
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 a Japanese Spitz can be as low as $800 and as high as $2200. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 5 Japanese Spitz puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Lakeland Terrier puppy is $1810. The price of the Lakeland Terrier typically ranges from $1600 – $2325. However, the price of the Lakeland Terrier can be as low as $1000 and as high as $2550. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 11 Lakeland Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Lakeland Terrier is more expensive than the Japanese Spitz.
| Japanese Spitz | Lakeland Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1600 | $1810 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $2000 | $1600 to $2325 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Japanese Spitz and Lakeland Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Japanese Spitz puppies or how many Lakeland Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Japanese Spitzs. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Lakeland Terriers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Japanese Spitz puppy or the Lakeland Terrier 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 Spitz versus Lakeland Terrier
Japanese Spitzs do not like to be left alone.
Lakeland Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Do Japanese Spitzs shed more than Lakeland Terriers?
Japanese Spitzs shed moderately.
Lakeland Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Japanese Spitz or the Lakeland Terrier
Japanese Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Lakeland Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Japanese Spitz or the Lakeland Terrier?
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to groom.
Lakeland Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Japanese Spitz Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Lakeland Terrier?
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.
Lakeland Terriers 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.
Do Japanese Spitzs Bark and Howl? What about Lakeland Terriers?
Japanese Spitzs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Lakeland Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Lakeland Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Japanese Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Lakeland Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Japanese Spitz vs. Lakeland Terrier
Japanese Spitzs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Lakeland Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Lakeland Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Japanese Spitzs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Lakeland Terriers can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Japanese Spitz or the Lakeland Terrier?
Japanese Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.
Lakeland Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Japanese Spitzs good family dogs? What about Lakeland Terriers?
Japanese Spitzs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Lakeland Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Japanese Spitzs and Lakeland Terriers?
Japanese Spitzs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Lakeland Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Japanese Spitz Easier to Train than the Lakeland Terrier?
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to train.
Lakeland Terriers are not easy to train.
Is the Japanese Spitz Better for Apartment Owners than the Lakeland Terrier?
Japanese Spitzs adapt very well to apartment living.
Lakeland Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Japanese Spitz or the Lakeland Terrier?
Japanese Spitzs are very good for new dog owners.
Lakeland Terriers are OK for new dog owners.
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 Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lakeland Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Lakeland Terrier 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 Lakeland Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Japanese Spitz and how the Lakeland Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Japanese Spitz and of the Lakeland Terrier to other breeds:
Japanese Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds
Japanese Spitz versus English Springer Spaniel Japanese Spitz versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Japanese Spitz versus Carolina Dog Japanese Spitz versus Pug Japanese Spitz versus Cairn Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Redbone Coonhound Japanese Spitz versus Ibizan Hound Japanese Spitz versus Shetland Sheepdog Japanese Spitz versus Swedish Vallhund Japanese Spitz versus Affenhuahua Japanese Spitz versus Black Russian Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Bedlington Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Valley Bulldog Japanese Spitz versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Japanese Spitz versus Shetland Sheepdog Japanese Spitz versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Japanese Spitz versus Canaan Dog Japanese Spitz versus Goldendoodle Japanese Spitz versus French Bulldog Japanese Spitz versus American Foxhound Japanese Spitz versus Belgian Malinois Japanese Spitz versus Dachshund Japanese Spitz versus Border Collie Japanese Spitz versus Icelandic Sheepdog Japanese Spitz versus American Water Spaniel
Lakeland Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Lakeland Terrier versus Bedlington Terrier Lakeland Terrier versus Manchester Terrier Lakeland Terrier versus Golden Retriever Lakeland Terrier versus Bullmastiff Lakeland Terrier versus Greyhound Lakeland Terrier versus German Longhaired Pointer Lakeland Terrier versus King Shepherd Lakeland Terrier versus Mudi Lakeland Terrier versus Kai Ken Lakeland Terrier versus Bedlington Terrier Lakeland Terrier versus Beaglier Lakeland Terrier versus Newfoundland Lakeland Terrier versus English Cocker Spaniel Lakeland Terrier versus Chi-Poo Lakeland Terrier versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Lakeland Terrier versus Canaan Dog Lakeland Terrier versus Toy Fox Terrier Lakeland Terrier versus Pomsky Lakeland Terrier versus German Longhaired Pointer Lakeland Terrier versus Bluetick Coonhound Lakeland Terrier versus Gordon Setter Lakeland Terrier versus Greyhound Lakeland Terrier versus Redbone Coonhound Lakeland Terrier versus Neapolitan Mastiff Lakeland Terrier versus Chinese Shar-Pei
Conclusion: Japanese Spitz versus Lakeland Terrier. 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 Spitz and the Lakeland Terrier better suits you and your family.