Japanese Spitz
Japanese Spitz
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German Spitz – Mittelspitz
German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Breeds
Japanese Spitz
Comparisons
German Spitz – Mittelspitz

Japanese Spitz vs German Spitz – Mittelspitz

Compare Japanese Spitz and German Spitz – Mittelspitz 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
German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
29 – 38 cm
32 – 36 cm
Weight
5 – 7 kg
8 – 12 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
13 – 17 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
5/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
4/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
4/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics

Japanese Spitz
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Tiny
German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Great with kids
High energy
Small

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 German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Medium German Spitz with a square, compact build, dense double coat and plumed tail over the back. Alert, vocal watchdog yet affectionate and people‑oriented, needing companionship, training, mental stimulation and regular grooming. Generally robust, long‑lived, and active.

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