Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Japanese Spitz Versus Toy Fox Terrier: Introduction
- Japanese Spitz versus Toy Fox Terrier: Overview
- Japanese Spitz versus Toy Fox Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Japanese Spitz and the Toy Fox Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Japanese Spitz and the Toy Fox Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Japanese Spitz versus Toy Fox Terrier
- Lifespan of Japanese Spitz versus Toy Fox Terrier
- Price of Japanese Spitz versus Price of Toy Fox Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Japanese Spitz versus Toy Fox Terrier
- Do Japanese Spitzs shed more than Toy Fox Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Japanese Spitz or the Toy Fox Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Japanese Spitz or the Toy Fox Terrier?
- Does the Japanese Spitz Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Toy Fox Terrier?
- Do Japanese Spitzs Bark and Howl? What about Toy Fox Terriers?
- Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Toy Fox Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Japanese Spitz vs. Toy Fox Terrier
- Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Toy Fox Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Japanese Spitz or the Toy Fox Terrier?
- Are Japanese Spitzs good family dogs? What about Toy Fox Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Japanese Spitzs and Toy Fox Terriers?
- Is the Japanese Spitz Easier to Train than the Toy Fox Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Spitz
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Toy Fox Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Japanese Spitz versus Toy Fox Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Japanese Spitz Versus Toy Fox Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Japanese Spitz and the Toy Fox 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 Toy Fox 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 Toy Fox Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Japanese Spitz and the Toy Fox 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 Toy Fox 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 Toy Fox 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 Toy Fox Terrier.
Japanese Spitz versus Toy Fox Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Japanese Spitz and the Toy Fox Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Japanese Spitz is a small-sized dog while the Toy Fox Terrier is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Japanese Spitz and the Toy Fox Terrier are Companion Dogs. This means both the Japanese Spitz and the Toy Fox Terrier 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 Toy Fox Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Japanese Spitz to the Toy Fox 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 Toy Fox Terrier
| Factor | Japanese Spitz | Toy Fox Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 10 to 16 inches | 8 to 11 inches at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 10 to 16 years | 13 to 14 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 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| 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 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1600 | $1100 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2000 | $875 – $1200 |
| 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 Toy Fox 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 Toy Fox Terrier is 77 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Japanese Spitz is a better pet than the Toy Fox 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 Toy Fox Terrier 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 Toy Fox Terrier
Below is a list of where the Japanese Spitz and the Toy Fox Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Japanese Spitz and the Toy Fox Terrier
The Japanese Spitz and the Toy Fox Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Japanese Spitz and the Toy Fox Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Japanese Spitz versus Toy Fox Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Japanese Spitz and the Toy Fox 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, Toy Fox Terriers weigh 3 to 7 pounds when fully grown. Toy Fox Terriers are 8 to 11 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Japanese Spitz versus Toy Fox 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 Toy Fox Terriers is between 13 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Toy Fox Terriers is 13.5 years.
Toy Fox Terriers live longer than Japanese Spitzs.
Price of Japanese Spitz versus Price of Toy Fox 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 Toy Fox Terrier puppy is $1100. The price of the Toy Fox Terrier typically ranges from $875 – $1200. However, the price of the Toy Fox Terrier can be as low as $400 and as high as $2800. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 79 Toy Fox Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Japanese Spitz is more expensive than the Toy Fox Terrier.
| Japanese Spitz | Toy Fox Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1600 | $1100 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $2000 | $875 to $1200 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Japanese Spitz and Toy Fox Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Japanese Spitz puppies or how many Toy Fox 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 Toy Fox Terriers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Japanese Spitz puppy or the Toy Fox 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 Toy Fox Terrier
Japanese Spitzs do not like to be left alone.
Toy Fox Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Do Japanese Spitzs shed more than Toy Fox Terriers?
Japanese Spitzs shed moderately.
Toy Fox Terriers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Japanese Spitz or the Toy Fox Terrier
Japanese Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Toy Fox Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Japanese Spitz or the Toy Fox Terrier?
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to groom.
Toy Fox Terriers are very easy to groom.
Does the Japanese Spitz Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Toy Fox 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.
Toy Fox 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 Toy Fox Terriers?
Japanese Spitzs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Toy Fox Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Toy Fox Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Japanese Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Toy Fox Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Japanese Spitz vs. Toy Fox 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.
Toy Fox Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Toy Fox Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Japanese Spitzs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Toy Fox Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Japanese Spitz or the Toy Fox Terrier?
Japanese Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.
Toy Fox Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Japanese Spitzs good family dogs? What about Toy Fox Terriers?
Japanese Spitzs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Toy Fox Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Japanese Spitzs and Toy Fox Terriers?
Japanese Spitzs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Toy Fox Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Japanese Spitz Easier to Train than the Toy Fox Terrier?
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to train.
Toy Fox Terriers are fairly easy to train.
Is the Japanese Spitz Better for Apartment Owners than the Toy Fox Terrier?
Japanese Spitzs adapt very well to apartment living.
Toy Fox Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Japanese Spitz or the Toy Fox Terrier?
Japanese Spitzs are very good for new dog owners.
Toy Fox 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 Toy Fox Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Toy Fox 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 Toy Fox Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Japanese Spitz and how the Toy Fox Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Japanese Spitz and of the Toy Fox Terrier to other breeds:
Japanese Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds
Japanese Spitz versus Black Mouth Cur Japanese Spitz versus Portuguese Pointer Japanese Spitz versus Belgian Malinois Japanese Spitz versus Boykin Spaniel Japanese Spitz versus Alaskan Malamute Japanese Spitz versus Golden Cocker Retriever Japanese Spitz versus Pug Japanese Spitz versus Cane Corso Japanese Spitz versus Chinese Crested Japanese Spitz versus Bernedoodle Japanese Spitz versus Portuguese Water Dog Japanese Spitz versus Whippet Japanese Spitz versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Japanese Spitz versus Cavapoo Japanese Spitz versus Bernese Mountain Dog Japanese Spitz versus Belgian Malinois Japanese Spitz versus Belgian Malinois Japanese Spitz versus Samoyed Japanese Spitz versus English Setter Japanese Spitz versus Bearded Collie Japanese Spitz versus Bordoodle Japanese Spitz versus English Setter Japanese Spitz versus Irish Setter Japanese Spitz versus Neapolitan Mastiff
Toy Fox Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Toy Fox Terrier versus Dogue de Bordeaux Toy Fox Terrier versus Fila Brasileiro Toy Fox Terrier versus Finnish Lapphund Toy Fox Terrier versus Swedish Vallhund Toy Fox Terrier versus Carolina Dog Toy Fox Terrier versus American Eskimo Dog Toy Fox Terrier versus Pyrenean Shepherd Toy Fox Terrier versus Pekingese Toy Fox Terrier versus Bernese Mountain Dog Toy Fox Terrier versus Cocker Spaniel Toy Fox Terrier versus Kishu Ken Toy Fox Terrier versus Braque du Bourbonnais Toy Fox Terrier versus English Setter Toy Fox Terrier versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Toy Fox Terrier versus Toy Poodle Toy Fox Terrier versus Shih Tzu Toy Fox Terrier versus Boston Terrier Toy Fox Terrier versus Kishu Ken Toy Fox Terrier versus Newfoundland Toy Fox Terrier versus Maltipoo Toy Fox Terrier versus Afghan Hound Toy Fox Terrier versus Airedale Terrier Toy Fox Terrier versus Italian Greyhound Toy Fox Terrier versus Boston Terrier Toy Fox Terrier versus Finnish Spitz
Conclusion: Japanese Spitz versus Toy Fox 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 Toy Fox Terrier better suits you and your family.