Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Japanese Spitz Versus Pomeranian: Introduction
- Japanese Spitz versus Pomeranian: Overview
- Japanese Spitz versus Pomeranian: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Japanese Spitz and the Pomeranian
- The Similarities Between the Japanese Spitz and the Pomeranian
- Size (Weight and Height) of Japanese Spitz versus Pomeranian
- Lifespan of Japanese Spitz versus Pomeranian
- Price of Japanese Spitz versus Price of Pomeranian
- Tolerates Being Alone: Japanese Spitz versus Pomeranian
- Do Japanese Spitzs shed more than Pomeranians?
- Which one drools more, the Japanese Spitz or the Pomeranian
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Japanese Spitz or the Pomeranian?
- Does the Japanese Spitz Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pomeranian?
- Do Japanese Spitzs Bark and Howl? What about Pomeranians?
- Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pomeranians Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Japanese Spitz vs. Pomeranian
- Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pomeranians Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Japanese Spitz or the Pomeranian?
- Are Japanese Spitzs good family dogs? What about Pomeranians?
- How Kid-friendly are Japanese Spitzs and Pomeranians?
- Is the Japanese Spitz Easier to Train than the Pomeranian?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Spitz
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pomeranian
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Japanese Spitz versus Pomeranian. Which One is a Better Pet?
Japanese Spitz Versus Pomeranian: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Japanese Spitz and the Pomeranian? 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 Pomeranian 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 Pomeranian.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Japanese Spitz and the Pomeranian 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 Pomeranian. 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 Pomeranian.
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 Pomeranian.
Japanese Spitz versus Pomeranian: Overview
A very important difference between the Japanese Spitz and the Pomeranian is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Japanese Spitz is a small-sized dog while the Pomeranian is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Japanese Spitz and the Pomeranian are Companion Dogs. This means both the Japanese Spitz and the Pomeranian 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.
Japanese Spitz versus Pomeranian: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Japanese Spitz to the Pomeranian 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 Pomeranian
Factor | Japanese Spitz | Pomeranian |
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Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Height | 10 to 16 inches | 7 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder |
Life Span | 10 to 16 years | 12 to 16 years |
Weight | 11 to 20 pounds | 3 to 7 pounds |
Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 14.0 years |
Average Price | $1600 | $2150 |
Price Range | $1500 – $2000 | $1500 – $2500 |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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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 Pomeranian. 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 Pomeranian is 79 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Japanese Spitz is a better pet than the Pomeranian. 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 Pomeranian so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Japanese Spitz and the Pomeranian
Below is a list of where the Japanese Spitz and the Pomeranian are most different:
The Similarities Between the Japanese Spitz and the Pomeranian
The Japanese Spitz and the Pomeranian are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Japanese Spitz and the Pomeranian are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Japanese Spitz versus Pomeranian
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Japanese Spitz and the Pomeranian.
Japanese Spitzs weigh 11 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Japanese Spitzs are 10 to 16 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Pomeranians weigh 3 to 7 pounds when fully grown. Pomeranians are 7 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Japanese Spitz versus Pomeranian
The lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is between 10 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of Pomeranians is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Pomeranians is 14.0 years.
Pomeranians live longer than Japanese Spitzs.
Price of Japanese Spitz versus Price of Pomeranian
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 Pomeranian puppy is $2150. The price of the Pomeranian typically ranges from $1500 – $2500. However, the price of the Pomeranian can be as low as $150 and as high as $10000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1412 Pomeranian puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Pomeranian is more expensive than the Japanese Spitz.
Japanese Spitz | Pomeranian | |
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Average Price | $1600 | $2150 |
Price Range | $1500 to $2000 | $1500 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Japanese Spitz and Pomeranian. For different price points, the charts show how many Japanese Spitz puppies or how many Pomeranian 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 Pomeranians
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Japanese Spitz puppy or the Pomeranian 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 Pomeranian
Japanese Spitzs do not like to be left alone.
Pomeranians do not like to be left alone.
Do Japanese Spitzs shed more than Pomeranians?
Japanese Spitzs shed moderately.
Pomeranians shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Japanese Spitz or the Pomeranian
Japanese Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Pomeranians do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Japanese Spitz or the Pomeranian?
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to groom.
Pomeranians require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Japanese Spitz Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pomeranian?
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.
Pomeranians 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 Spitzs Bark and Howl? What about Pomeranians?
Japanese Spitzs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Pomeranians are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pomeranians Tolerate Cold Weather?
Japanese Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Pomeranians can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Japanese Spitz vs. Pomeranian
Japanese Spitzs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Pomeranians do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pomeranians Tolerate Hot Weather?
Japanese Spitzs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Pomeranians cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Japanese Spitz or the Pomeranian?
Japanese Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.
Pomeranians do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Japanese Spitzs good family dogs? What about Pomeranians?
Japanese Spitzs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Pomeranians are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Japanese Spitzs and Pomeranians?
Japanese Spitzs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Pomeranians do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Is the Japanese Spitz Easier to Train than the Pomeranian?
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to train.
Pomeranians are very easy to train.
Is the Japanese Spitz Better for Apartment Owners than the Pomeranian?
Japanese Spitzs adapt very well to apartment living.
Pomeranians adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Japanese Spitz or the Pomeranian?
Japanese Spitzs are very good for new dog owners.
Pomeranians are very good 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 Pomeranian
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pomeranian 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 Pomeranian:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Japanese Spitz and how the Pomeranian compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Japanese Spitz and of the Pomeranian to other breeds:
Japanese Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds
Japanese Spitz versus Biewer Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Papipoo Japanese Spitz versus Irish Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Akbash Japanese Spitz versus Braque du Bourbonnais Japanese Spitz versus Ibizan Hound Japanese Spitz versus Ibizan Hound Japanese Spitz versus Lancashire Heeler Japanese Spitz versus Black Mouth Cur Japanese Spitz versus Border Collie Japanese Spitz versus Belgian Sheepdog Japanese Spitz versus Leonberger Japanese Spitz versus Pyrenean Shepherd Japanese Spitz versus Chow Chow Japanese Spitz versus Skye Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Shihpoo Japanese Spitz versus Irish Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Icelandic Sheepdog Japanese Spitz versus Weimaraner Japanese Spitz versus Hovawart Japanese Spitz versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Japanese Spitz versus Papillon Japanese Spitz versus Berger Picard Japanese Spitz versus Ibizan Hound Japanese Spitz versus Bichon Frise
Pomeranian Versus Other Dog Breeds
Pomeranian versus Valley Bulldog Pomeranian versus Schipperke Pomeranian versus Saint Berdoodle Pomeranian versus Tibetan Terrier Pomeranian versus French Spaniel Pomeranian versus Shichon Pomeranian versus Maltipoo Pomeranian versus Brittany Pomeranian versus Boxer Pomeranian versus Pomchi Pomeranian versus Papipoo Pomeranian versus Berger Picard Pomeranian versus Borzoi Pomeranian versus Mudi Pomeranian versus Norwegian Lundehund Pomeranian versus Pug Pomeranian versus American Eskimo Dog Pomeranian versus Golden Cocker Retriever Pomeranian versus American Pit Bull Terrier Pomeranian versus Papillon Pomeranian versus Australian Cattle Dog Pomeranian versus Norfolk Terrier Pomeranian versus Miniature Pinscher Pomeranian versus Swedish Vallhund Pomeranian versus Bernedoodle
Conclusion: Japanese Spitz versus Pomeranian. 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 Pomeranian better suits you and your family.