Japanese Spitz
VS
Catalan Sheepdog (Gos d’atura català)
Japanese Spitz vs Catalan Sheepdog (Gos d’atura català)
Compare Japanese Spitz and Catalan Sheepdog (Gos d’atura català) 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
Japanese Spitz
Catalan Sheepdog (Gos d’atura català)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
29 – 38 cm
43 – 55 cm
Weight
5 – 7 kg
19 – 22 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
5/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
4/5
1/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Japanese Spitz
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Tiny
Catalan Sheepdog (Gos d’atura català)
Great with kids
Low grooming
Medium
Summary
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.
About Catalan Sheepdog (Gos d’atura català)
Medium-sized herding dog from Catalonia with a rustic, shaggy double coat and expressive eyes. Loyal and people-focused, often bonding closely with one person. Intelligent, observant and naturally guarding, it needs daily exercise, mental work and regular but simple grooming.
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