Japanese Spitz
VS
Pointer
Japanese Spitz vs Pointer
Compare Japanese Spitz and Pointer 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
Pointer
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
29 – 38 cm
61 – 69 cm
Weight
5 – 7 kg
20 – 34 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
3/5
2/5
Grooming needs
4/5
1/5
Shedding
3/5
2/5
Barking level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Japanese Spitz
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Tiny
Pointer
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
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 Pointer
The Pointer is an athletic, elegant gundog known for its distinctive pointing stance and strong scenting skills. Affectionate, sensitive, and people focused, it needs 1–2 hours of daily exercise and mental work. Its short, smooth coat is low maintenance, suiting active, outdoorsy owners.
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