Australian Cattle Dog vs Japanese Spitz

Compare the Australian Cattle Dog to the Japanese Spitz. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Cattle Dogs and Japanese Spitz.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Japanese Spitz
Australian Cattle Dog
Japanese Spitz
Australian Cattle Dog
Japanese Spitz
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
Japanese Spitz
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-16 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
12-15 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
10-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
Japanese Spitz
Origin Country
Australia
Japan
Origin Year
1840 AD
1950 AD
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
Japanese Spitz
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
Japanese Spitz
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
Japanese Spitz
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
20-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Japanese Spitz
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Japanese Spitz
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium to High
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
Japanese Spitz
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
Japanese Spitz
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
Japanese Spitz
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Cattle Dog
Japanese Spitz
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-16 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
Japanese Spitz
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
Runny eyes
Patellar luxation
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Cattle Dog
Japanese Spitz
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Long
Coat Coloring
Australian Cattle Dog
Japanese Spitz
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Blue Mottled
Blue Mottled
Blue Speckled
Blue Speckled
Red Mottled
Red Mottled
Red Speckled
Red Speckled
White
White
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