A Detailed Comparison of the Japanese Spitz and the Westiepoo.

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Japanese Spitz Versus Westiepoo: Introduction

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

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

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 Westiepoo.

Japanese Spitz versus Westiepoo: Overview

Both the Japanese Spitz and the Westiepoo are similar in size. The Japanese Spitz and the Westiepoo are both small-sized dogs.

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 Westiepoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Japanese Spitz versus Westiepoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Japanese Spitz to the Westiepoo 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 Westiepoo

Factor Japanese Spitz Westiepoo
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 10 to 16 inches 11 to 17 inches
Life Span 10 to 16 years 12 to 15 years
Weight 11 to 20 pounds 20 to 35 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
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 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1600 $1480
Price Range $1500 – $2000 $1150 – $1850
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 Westiepoo. 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 Westiepoo is 83 out of 125.

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

The Similarities Between the Japanese Spitz and the Westiepoo

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

  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Westiepoo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Westiepoo do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Westiepoo are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Westiepoo 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 Westiepoo adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Westiepoo are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Westiepoo can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Westiepoo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Westiepoo get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Westiepoo are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Westiepoo are very easy to train.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Westiepoo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Westiepoo are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Westiepoo are very playful.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Westiepoo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

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

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

    On the other hand, Westiepoos weigh 20 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Westiepoos are 11 to 17 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Japanese Spitz versus Westiepoo

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

    The lifespan of Westiepoos is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Westiepoos is 13.5 years.

    Westiepoos live longer than Japanese Spitzs.

    Price of Japanese Spitz versus Price of Westiepoo

    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 Westiepoo puppy is $1480. The price of the Westiepoo typically ranges from $1150 – $1850. However, the price of the Westiepoo can be as low as $500 and as high as $1999. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 7 Westiepoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Japanese Spitz is more expensive than the Westiepoo.

    Japanese Spitz Westiepoo
    Average Price $1600 $1480
    Price Range $1500 to $2000 $1150 to $1850

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Japanese Spitz and Westiepoo. For different price points, the charts show how many Japanese Spitz puppies or how many Westiepoo 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 Japanese Spitzs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Westiepoos

    A breakdown of the prices of Westiepoos

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Japanese Spitz puppy or the Westiepoo 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 Westiepoo

    Japanese Spitzs do not like to be left alone.

    Westiepoos do not like to be left alone.

    Do Japanese Spitzs shed more than Westiepoos?

    Japanese Spitzs shed moderately.

    Westiepoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Japanese Spitz or the Westiepoo

    Japanese Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Westiepoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Japanese Spitzs are very easy to groom.

    Westiepoos are very easy to groom.

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

    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.

    Westiepoos 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 Westiepoos?

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

    Westiepoos bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Japanese Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Westiepoos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Japanese Spitz vs. Westiepoo

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

    Westiepoos 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 Westiepoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Westiepoos 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 Westiepoo?

    Japanese Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.

    Westiepoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Japanese Spitzs good family dogs? What about Westiepoos?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Japanese Spitzs and Westiepoos?

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

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

    Is the Japanese Spitz Easier to Train than the Westiepoo?

    Japanese Spitzs are very easy to train.

    Westiepoos are very easy to train.

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

    Japanese Spitzs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Westiepoos adapt moderately well to apartment living.

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

    Japanese Spitzs are very good for new dog owners.

    Westiepoos 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:

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

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Westiepoo

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

  • Schnoodle (78 percent match with Westiepoo). Here is our comparison of the Japanese Spitz vs Schnoodle.
  • American Hairless Terrier (82 percent match with Westiepoo). Here is our comparison of the Japanese Spitz vs American Hairless Terrier.
  • Cockalier (79 percent match with Westiepoo). 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 Westiepoo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Japanese Spitz and of the Westiepoo to other breeds:

    Japanese Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Japanese Spitz versus Norwegian Buhund     Japanese Spitz versus Standard Poodle     Japanese Spitz versus Norwegian Lundehund     Japanese Spitz versus Chinook     Japanese Spitz versus Australian Kelpie     Japanese Spitz versus Pharaoh Hound     Japanese Spitz versus Tibetan Spaniel     Japanese Spitz versus Pyredoodle     Japanese Spitz versus Bull Terrier     Japanese Spitz versus Dogo Argentino     Japanese Spitz versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Japanese Spitz versus King Shepherd     Japanese Spitz versus Bulldog     Japanese Spitz versus Toy Poodle     Japanese Spitz versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Japanese Spitz versus Belgian Sheepdog     Japanese Spitz versus Biewer Terrier     Japanese Spitz versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Japanese Spitz versus Mudi     Japanese Spitz versus Clumber Spaniel     Japanese Spitz versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Japanese Spitz versus Biewer Terrier     Japanese Spitz versus Chi-Poo     Japanese Spitz versus Norfolk Terrier     Japanese Spitz versus German Shorthaired Pointer     

    Westiepoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Westiepoo versus Shetland Sheepdog     Westiepoo versus Norfolk Terrier     Westiepoo versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Westiepoo versus Chihuahua     Westiepoo versus Shetland Sheepdog     Westiepoo versus Giant Schnauzer     Westiepoo versus Field Spaniel     Westiepoo versus Dachshund     Westiepoo versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Westiepoo versus Tibetan Terrier     Westiepoo versus Sheepadoodle     Westiepoo versus Jack Russell Terrier     Westiepoo versus Border Terrier     Westiepoo versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Westiepoo versus German Longhaired Pointer     Westiepoo versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     Westiepoo versus Saint Berdoodle     Westiepoo versus Fila Brasileiro     Westiepoo versus Belgian Sheepdog     Westiepoo versus Pharaoh Hound     Westiepoo versus Ibizan Hound     Westiepoo versus Cane Corso     Westiepoo versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Westiepoo versus Lhasa Apso     Westiepoo versus Shiba Inu     

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