Japanese Spitz
VS
Standard Schnauzer
Japanese Spitz vs Standard Schnauzer
Compare Japanese Spitz and Standard Schnauzer 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 Schnauzer
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
29 – 38 cm
45 – 50 cm
Weight
5 – 7 kg
12 – 20 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
13 – 16 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
5/5
Trainability
4/5
5/5
Health
3/5
5/5
Grooming needs
4/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
2/5
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 Schnauzer
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
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 Standard Schnauzer
Medium, robust farm‑bred dog with a wiry low‑shedding coat in pepper‑and‑salt or black. Intelligent, watchful and protective yet affectionate and playful. Needs daily exercise, mental work, early socialization and regular grooming; generally healthy and long‑lived.
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