Japanese Spitz
VS
Norrbottenspets
Japanese Spitz vs Norrbottenspets
Compare Japanese Spitz and Norrbottenspets 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
Norrbottenspets
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
29 – 38 cm
41 – 45 cm
Weight
5 – 7 kg
10 – 14 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
4/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
4/5
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
Norrbottenspets
High energy
Easy to train
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 Norrbottenspets
The Norrbottenspets is a rare Nordic spitz: small to medium, athletic, with a foxlike look and curled tail. Bred in Sweden/Finland for forest bird hunting, it is vocal, alert, loyal, and reserved with strangers. Needs daily exercise, mental work, and close family involvement.
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