Which is Better between the Japanese Spitz and the Stabyhoun? A Very Detailed Review.

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Japanese Spitz Versus Stabyhoun: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Japanese Spitz and the Stabyhoun? 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 Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Japanese Spitz and the Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun. 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 Stabyhoun.

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 Stabyhoun.

Japanese Spitz versus Stabyhoun: Overview

A very important difference between the Japanese Spitz and the Stabyhoun is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Japanese Spitz is a small-sized dog while the Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Japanese Spitz to the Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun

Factor Japanese Spitz Stabyhoun
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 10 to 16 inches 19 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 10 to 16 years 13 to 14 years
Weight 11 to 20 pounds 45 to 50 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 3/5
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 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1600 No Data
Price Range $1500 – $2000 No Data
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 Stabyhoun. 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 Stabyhoun is 85 out of 125.

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

The Similarities Between the Japanese Spitz and the Stabyhoun

The Japanese Spitz and the Stabyhoun are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Japanese Spitz and the Stabyhoun are most similar:

  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Stabyhoun do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Stabyhoun do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Stabyhoun are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Stabyhoun are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Stabyhoun are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Stabyhoun are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Stabyhoun get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Stabyhoun are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Stabyhoun are very easy to train.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Stabyhoun are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Stabyhoun are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Stabyhoun are very playful.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Stabyhoun get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Japanese Spitz versus Stabyhoun

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Japanese Spitz and the Stabyhoun.

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

    On the other hand, Stabyhouns weigh 45 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Stabyhouns are 19 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Japanese Spitz versus Stabyhoun

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

    The lifespan of Stabyhouns is between 13 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Stabyhouns is 13.5 years.

    Stabyhouns live longer than Japanese Spitzs.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Japanese Spitz versus Stabyhoun

    Japanese Spitzs do not like to be left alone.

    Stabyhouns can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Japanese Spitzs shed more than Stabyhouns?

    Japanese Spitzs shed moderately.

    Stabyhouns shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Japanese Spitz or the Stabyhoun

    Japanese Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Stabyhouns do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Japanese Spitz or the Stabyhoun?

    Japanese Spitzs are very easy to groom.

    Stabyhouns are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Japanese Spitz Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Stabyhoun?

    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.

    Stabyhouns 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 Stabyhouns?

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

    Stabyhouns bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Stabyhouns Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Japanese Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Stabyhouns cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Japanese Spitz vs. Stabyhoun

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

    Stabyhouns 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 Stabyhouns Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Stabyhouns cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Japanese Spitz or the Stabyhoun?

    Japanese Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.

    Stabyhouns get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Japanese Spitzs good family dogs? What about Stabyhouns?

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

    Stabyhouns are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Japanese Spitzs and Stabyhouns?

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

    Stabyhouns get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Japanese Spitz Easier to Train than the Stabyhoun?

    Japanese Spitzs are very easy to train.

    Stabyhouns are very easy to train.

    Is the Japanese Spitz Better for Apartment Owners than the Stabyhoun?

    Japanese Spitzs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Stabyhouns do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Japanese Spitz or the Stabyhoun?

    Japanese Spitzs are very good for new dog owners.

    Stabyhouns 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 Stabyhoun vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Bordoodle (81 percent match with Japanese Spitz). Here is our comparison of the Stabyhoun vs Bordoodle.
  • Dutch Shepherd (79 percent match with Japanese Spitz). Here is our comparison of the Stabyhoun vs Dutch Shepherd.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Stabyhoun

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun:

  • Cardigan Welsh Corgi (77 percent match with Stabyhoun). Here is our comparison of the Japanese Spitz vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
  • Cockalier (77 percent match with Stabyhoun). Here is our comparison of the Japanese Spitz vs Cockalier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Japanese Spitz and how the Stabyhoun compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Japanese Spitz and of the Stabyhoun to other breeds:

    Japanese Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Japanese Spitz versus Boerboel     Japanese Spitz versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Japanese Spitz versus Spinone Italiano     Japanese Spitz versus Bull Terrier     Japanese Spitz versus Shetland Sheepdog     Japanese Spitz versus Boxerdoodle     Japanese Spitz versus Mountain Cur     Japanese Spitz versus Greyhound     Japanese Spitz versus Dalmatian     Japanese Spitz versus Spinone Italiano     Japanese Spitz versus Boerboel     Japanese Spitz versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Japanese Spitz versus Pyredoodle     Japanese Spitz versus Collie     Japanese Spitz versus Irish Wolfhound     Japanese Spitz versus Carolina Dog     Japanese Spitz versus Cockalier     Japanese Spitz versus Scottish Terrier     Japanese Spitz versus Norwegian Lundehund     Japanese Spitz versus Pointer     Japanese Spitz versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Japanese Spitz versus Doberman Pinscher     Japanese Spitz versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Japanese Spitz versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Japanese Spitz versus Papillon     

    Stabyhoun Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Stabyhoun versus Cocker Spaniel     Stabyhoun versus Tibetan Mastiff     Stabyhoun versus Sheepadoodle     Stabyhoun versus Skye Terrier     Stabyhoun versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Stabyhoun versus American Foxhound     Stabyhoun versus Clumber Spaniel     Stabyhoun versus Xoloitzcuintli     Stabyhoun versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Stabyhoun versus Lancashire Heeler     Stabyhoun versus Catahoula Bulldog     Stabyhoun versus Miniature Poodle     Stabyhoun versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Stabyhoun versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Stabyhoun versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Stabyhoun versus Great Dane     Stabyhoun versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Stabyhoun versus Afghan Hound     Stabyhoun versus Boxer     Stabyhoun versus Boxer     Stabyhoun versus Lancashire Heeler     Stabyhoun versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Stabyhoun versus Korean Jindo Dog     Stabyhoun versus Barbet     Stabyhoun versus Spanish Mastiff     

    Conclusion: Japanese Spitz versus Stabyhoun. 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 Stabyhoun better suits you and your family.