Chihuahua
VS
German Spitz – Kleinspitz
Chihuahua vs German Spitz – Kleinspitz
Compare Chihuahua and German Spitz – Kleinspitz side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Chihuahua
German Spitz – Kleinspitz
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
15 – 25 cm
23 – 29 cm
Weight
1 – 3 kg
5 – 8 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 18 years
14 – 18 years
Child friendly
2/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
2/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
4/5
Barking level
5/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Chihuahua
Low grooming
Tiny
German Spitz – Kleinspitz
Great with kids
Small
Summary
About Chihuahua
The Chihuahua is a tiny yet sturdy companion dog, usually 1.5–3 kg with an apple-shaped head and large eyes. Found in smooth or long coats in many colors, it is devoted, alert, and bold. It needs daily walks, training, close companionship, and good health and dental care to thrive.
About German Spitz – Kleinspitz
The German Spitz – Kleinspitz is a small, squarely built, fox‑faced companion with a dense double coat and curled tail. Alert, lively and strongly bonded to its people, it adapts well to city or country life, needs regular grooming, exercise and training, and can be vocal and watchful.
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