Griffon Nivernais
VS
Japanese Spitz
Griffon Nivernais vs Japanese Spitz
Compare Griffon Nivernais and Japanese Spitz 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
Griffon Nivernais
Japanese Spitz
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
53 – 62 cm
29 – 38 cm
Weight
20 – 25 kg
5 – 7 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
5/5
Energy level
4/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
1/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Griffon Nivernais
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Medium
Japanese Spitz
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Tiny
Summary
About Griffon Nivernais
The Griffon Nivernais is an ancient French, medium‑sized scenthound with a shaggy grey‑fawn coat and rustic look. Bred for boar and deer, it’s energetic outdoors yet calm and affectionate at home. Sociable with other dogs, it needs ample exercise, mental work and gentle, patient training.
About Japanese Spitz
The Japanese Spitz is a small to medium, people‑oriented companion with a pure white double coat that’s easy to maintain with regular brushing. Lively, intelligent, and trainable, it suits apartments with daily exercise. Naturally alert and vocal, it is usually friendly once introduced.
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