Japanese Spitz
VS
Standard Poodle
Japanese Spitz vs Standard Poodle
Compare Japanese Spitz and Standard Poodle 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
Standard Poodle
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
29 – 38 cm
45 – 60 cm
Weight
5 – 7 kg
25 – 32 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
13 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
5/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
4/5
5/5
Shedding
3/5
1/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Japanese Spitz
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Tiny
Standard Poodle
High energy
Super smart
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 Standard Poodle
The Standard Poodle is an athletic, low‑shedding water retriever with a dense curly coat needing regular grooming. Highly intelligent and sensitive, it excels in training, dog sports, and family life, thriving on close companionship, daily exercise, and mental stimulation.
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