Poodle has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Japanese Spitz has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Poodles are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Japanese Spitz is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Faithful
Intelligent
Alert
Instinctual
Trainable

Affectionate
Proud
Intelligent
Companionable
Playful
Loyal

Poodles shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Japanese Spitzs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Poodles make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Japanese Spitzs are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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Spitz-Type Dogs

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America's Pet Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
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Kennel Club of Great Britain
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Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Sable
White
Silver
Blue
Fawn
Cream
Red
Black
Gray
Brown

White

Poodles have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Japanese Spitzs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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Straight

A Poodle can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Japanese Spitz can have a litter of 10-16 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Poodles are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Japanese Spitzs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Sebaceous Adenitis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Addison's Disease
Mitral Valve Disease

Patellar Luxation

Entropion
Cushing's Disease
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Ear Infections
Contact Allergy

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Blood Test
Heart
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Ear Examination
Skin Evaluation
Knee X-Rays

Poodles' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Japanese Spitzs are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Poodles require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Japanese Spitzs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Poodles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Japanese Spitzs have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

The Poodle is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Japanese Spitz dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Poodle dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Japanese Spitz dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Walk, Walking, Bike ride, Hiking, Laser Chasing, Car ride, People watching, Find it, Petting, Nap, Sitting, Run, Play, Jumping, Eating Snacks, Treats, Running, Sniffing, Jump, Wrestling, Playdate, Toys, Tug-of-war, Dog Parks, Companionship, Fetch, Sprinting, Rolling in mud, Belly rubs, Investigating

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Poodles are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Japanese Spitzs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Poodle, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Japanese Spitz, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Poodles usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Japanese Spitzs usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Poodles have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Japanese Spitzs require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 60-70 pound (27 - 32 kg) Poodle feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 18-19 pound (8 - 9 kg) Japanese Spitz feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Poodle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Japanese Spitz is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Poodle is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Japanese Spitz is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Poodle is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Japanese Spitzs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Japanese Spitzs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Poodles are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Japanese Spitzs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Poodles are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Japanese Spitzs are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Poodles are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Japanese Spitzs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.