Saluki
VS
Japanese Spitz
Saluki vs Japanese Spitz
Compare Saluki and Japanese Spitz 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
Saluki
Japanese Spitz
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
55 – 71 cm
29 – 38 cm
Weight
18 – 27 kg
5 – 7 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
5/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
2/5
4/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
4/5
Shedding
1/5
3/5
Barking level
1/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
Characteristics
Saluki
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Stubborn
Medium
Japanese Spitz
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Tiny
Summary
About Saluki
The Saluki is an ancient, elegant sighthound known for speed, endurance, and a calm, sensitive nature. Gentle yet independent, it needs kind training, secure space to sprint, moderate grooming for its fine coat, and careful handling of strong chase and prey instincts.
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.
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