Japanese Spitz
VS
Tibetan Terrier
Japanese Spitz vs Tibetan Terrier
Compare Japanese Spitz and Tibetan Terrier 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
Tibetan Terrier
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
29 – 38 cm
36 – 41 cm
Weight
5 – 7 kg
8 – 14 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
5/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
5/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
4/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
1/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Japanese Spitz
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Tiny
Tibetan Terrier
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
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 Tibetan Terrier
Medium, sturdy Tibetan breed with a long protective coat and snowshoe feet, once companion to monks. Calm and gentle indoors, lively and athletic outside. Bright, independent problem‑solver needing kind, consistent training, regular grooming, and close family companionship.
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