Breed Comparison: Japanese Spitz Versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

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Japanese Spitz Versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Japanese Spitz and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Japanese Spitz and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever.

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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever.

Japanese Spitz versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

Japanese Spitz versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever: Overview

A very important difference between the Japanese Spitz and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Japanese Spitz is a small-sized dog while the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a medium-sized dog.

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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

Japanese Spitz versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Japanese Spitz to the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

Factor Japanese Spitz Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 10 to 16 inches 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 9 inches tall at the s
Life Span 10 to 16 years 10 to 14 years
Weight 11 to 20 pounds 35 to 50 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 5/5
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 4/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 12.0 years
Average Price $1600 No Data
Price Range $1500 – $2000 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
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    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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is 85 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Japanese Spitz is a better pet than the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Japanese Spitz versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Japanese Spitz and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

    Below is a list of where the Japanese Spitz and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever are most different:

  • Japanese Spitzs have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.

    • The Similarities Between the Japanese Spitz and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

    The Japanese Spitz and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Japanese Spitz and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever are most similar:

  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever are very easy to train.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever are very playful.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Japanese Spitz versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Japanese Spitz and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever.

    Japanese Spitzs weigh 11 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Japanese Spitzs are 10 to 16 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers weigh 35 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 9 inches tall at the s when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Japanese Spitz versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

    The lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is between 10 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is 13.0 years.

    The lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers is 12.0 years.

    Japanese Spitzs live longer than Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers.

    Japanese Spitz versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
    Japanese Spitz versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

    Tolerates Being Alone: Japanese Spitz versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

    Japanese Spitzs do not like to be left alone.

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Japanese Spitzs shed more than Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers?

    Japanese Spitzs shed moderately.

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Japanese Spitz or the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

    Japanese Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Japanese Spitz or the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?

    Japanese Spitzs are very easy to groom.

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are very easy to groom.

    Does the Japanese Spitz Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?

    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.

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers?

    Japanese Spitzs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Japanese Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Japanese Spitz vs. Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

    Japanese Spitzs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Japanese Spitzs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Japanese Spitz or the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?

    Japanese Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Japanese Spitzs good family dogs? What about Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers?

    Japanese Spitzs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Japanese Spitzs and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers?

    Japanese Spitzs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Japanese Spitz Easier to Train than the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?

    Japanese Spitzs are very easy to train.

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are very easy to train.

    Is the Japanese Spitz Better for Apartment Owners than the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?

    Japanese Spitzs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Japanese Spitz or the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?

    Japanese Spitzs are very good for new dog owners.

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers 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:

  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (79 percent match with Japanese Spitz). Here is our comparison of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Bordoodle (81 percent match with Japanese Spitz). Here is our comparison of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bordoodle.
  • Dutch Shepherd (79 percent match with Japanese Spitz). Here is our comparison of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Dutch Shepherd.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever:

  • Cairn Terrier (81 percent match with Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever). Here is our comparison of the Japanese Spitz vs Cairn Terrier.
  • English Cocker Spaniel (79 percent match with Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever). Here is our comparison of the Japanese Spitz vs English Cocker Spaniel.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Japanese Spitz and how the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Japanese Spitz and of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever to other breeds:

    Japanese Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Japanese Spitz versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever better suits you and your family.