Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Japanese Spitz Versus Valley Bulldog: Introduction
- Japanese Spitz versus Valley Bulldog: Overview
- Japanese Spitz versus Valley Bulldog: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Japanese Spitz and the Valley Bulldog
- The Similarities Between the Japanese Spitz and the Valley Bulldog
- Size (Weight and Height) of Japanese Spitz versus Valley Bulldog
- Lifespan of Japanese Spitz versus Valley Bulldog
- Price of Japanese Spitz versus Price of Valley Bulldog
- Tolerates Being Alone: Japanese Spitz versus Valley Bulldog
- Do Japanese Spitzs shed more than Valley Bulldogs?
- Which one drools more, the Japanese Spitz or the Valley Bulldog
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Japanese Spitz or the Valley Bulldog?
- Does the Japanese Spitz Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Valley Bulldog?
- Do Japanese Spitzs Bark and Howl? What about Valley Bulldogs?
- Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Valley Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Japanese Spitz vs. Valley Bulldog
- Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Valley Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Japanese Spitz or the Valley Bulldog?
- Are Japanese Spitzs good family dogs? What about Valley Bulldogs?
- How Kid-friendly are Japanese Spitzs and Valley Bulldogs?
- Is the Japanese Spitz Easier to Train than the Valley Bulldog?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Spitz
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Valley Bulldog
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Japanese Spitz versus Valley Bulldog. Which One is a Better Pet?
Japanese Spitz Versus Valley Bulldog: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Japanese Spitz and the Valley Bulldog? 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 Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Japanese Spitz and the Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog. 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 Valley Bulldog.
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 Valley Bulldog.
Japanese Spitz versus Valley Bulldog: Overview
A very important difference between the Japanese Spitz and the Valley Bulldog is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Japanese Spitz is a small-sized dog while the Valley Bulldog is a large-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 Valley Bulldog belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Japanese Spitz versus Valley Bulldog: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Japanese Spitz to the Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog
| Factor | Japanese Spitz | Valley Bulldog |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 10 to 16 inches | 12 to 25 inches |
| Life Span | 10 to 16 years | 8 to 12 years |
| Weight | 11 to 20 pounds | 50 to 125 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 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| 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 | 1/5 |
| 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 | 3/5 |
| 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 | 10.0 years |
| Average Price | $1600 | $2050 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2000 | $1950 – $2200 |
| 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 Valley Bulldog. 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 Valley Bulldog is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Japanese Spitz is a better pet than the Valley Bulldog. 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 Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog
Below is a list of where the Japanese Spitz and the Valley Bulldog are most different:
The Similarities Between the Japanese Spitz and the Valley Bulldog
The Japanese Spitz and the Valley Bulldog are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Japanese Spitz and the Valley Bulldog are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Japanese Spitz versus Valley Bulldog
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Japanese Spitz and the Valley Bulldog.
Japanese Spitzs weigh 11 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Japanese Spitzs are 10 to 16 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Valley Bulldogs weigh 50 to 125 pounds when fully grown. Valley Bulldogs are 12 to 25 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Japanese Spitz versus Valley Bulldog
The lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is between 10 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of Valley Bulldogs is between 8 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Valley Bulldogs is 10.0 years.
Japanese Spitzs live longer than Valley Bulldogs.
Price of Japanese Spitz versus Price of Valley Bulldog
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 Valley Bulldog puppy is $2050. The price of the Valley Bulldog typically ranges from $1950 – $2200. However, the price of the Valley Bulldog can be as low as $1700 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 8 Valley Bulldog puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Valley Bulldog is more expensive than the Japanese Spitz.
| Japanese Spitz | Valley Bulldog | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1600 | $2050 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $2000 | $1950 to $2200 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Japanese Spitz and Valley Bulldog. For different price points, the charts show how many Japanese Spitz puppies or how many Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldogs
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Japanese Spitz puppy or the Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog
Japanese Spitzs do not like to be left alone.
Valley Bulldogs do not like to be left alone.
Do Japanese Spitzs shed more than Valley Bulldogs?
Japanese Spitzs shed moderately.
Valley Bulldogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Japanese Spitz or the Valley Bulldog
Japanese Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Valley Bulldogs drool moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Japanese Spitz or the Valley Bulldog?
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to groom.
Valley Bulldogs are very easy to groom.
Does the Japanese Spitz Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Valley Bulldog?
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.
Valley Bulldogs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Japanese Spitzs Bark and Howl? What about Valley Bulldogs?
Japanese Spitzs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Valley Bulldogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Valley Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Japanese Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Valley Bulldogs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Japanese Spitz vs. Valley Bulldog
Japanese Spitzs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Valley Bulldogs 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 Valley Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Japanese Spitzs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Valley Bulldogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Japanese Spitz or the Valley Bulldog?
Japanese Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.
Valley Bulldogs get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Japanese Spitzs good family dogs? What about Valley Bulldogs?
Japanese Spitzs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Valley Bulldogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Japanese Spitzs and Valley Bulldogs?
Japanese Spitzs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Valley Bulldogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Japanese Spitz Easier to Train than the Valley Bulldog?
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to train.
Valley Bulldogs are fairly easy to train.
Is the Japanese Spitz Better for Apartment Owners than the Valley Bulldog?
Japanese Spitzs adapt very well to apartment living.
Valley Bulldogs adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Japanese Spitz or the Valley Bulldog?
Japanese Spitzs are very good for new dog owners.
Valley Bulldogs 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 Valley Bulldog
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Japanese Spitz and how the Valley Bulldog compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Japanese Spitz and of the Valley Bulldog to other breeds:
Japanese Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds
Japanese Spitz versus Spinone Italiano Japanese Spitz versus Bedlington Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Aussiedoodle Japanese Spitz versus Siberian Husky Japanese Spitz versus Bluetick Coonhound Japanese Spitz versus Pug Japanese Spitz versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Japanese Spitz versus Yorkipoo Japanese Spitz versus Affenhuahua Japanese Spitz versus Norfolk Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Standard Poodle Japanese Spitz versus Miniature Pinscher Japanese Spitz versus Patterdale Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Maltese Japanese Spitz versus Welsh Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Spinone Italiano Japanese Spitz versus Chinese Crested Japanese Spitz versus Airedale Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Portuguese Water Dog Japanese Spitz versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Westiepoo Japanese Spitz versus Xoloitzcuintli Japanese Spitz versus Miniature Poodle Japanese Spitz versus English Cocker Spaniel Japanese Spitz versus Spanish Mastiff
Valley Bulldog Versus Other Dog Breeds
Valley Bulldog versus Bloodhound Valley Bulldog versus Schipperke Valley Bulldog versus Dogo Argentino Valley Bulldog versus Lhasapoo Valley Bulldog versus Shiranian Valley Bulldog versus German Shorthaired Pointer Valley Bulldog versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Valley Bulldog versus Newfoundland Valley Bulldog versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Valley Bulldog versus Swedish Vallhund Valley Bulldog versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Valley Bulldog versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Valley Bulldog versus Belgian Tervuren Valley Bulldog versus Goldador Valley Bulldog versus Hovawart Valley Bulldog versus Collie Valley Bulldog versus Border Terrier Valley Bulldog versus Great Dane Valley Bulldog versus French Bulldog Valley Bulldog versus Maltese Valley Bulldog versus Irish Setter Valley Bulldog versus Golden Retriever Valley Bulldog versus Peek A Poo Valley Bulldog versus Tibetan Terrier Valley Bulldog versus Brittany
Conclusion: Japanese Spitz versus Valley Bulldog. 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 Valley Bulldog better suits you and your family.