Basset Fauve De Bretagne vs Japanese Spitz

Compare the Basset Fauve De Bretagne to the Japanese Spitz. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Basset Fauve De Bretagnes and Japanese Spitz.

Basset Fauve De Bretagne vs Japanese Spitz
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Japanese Spitz
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Japanese Spitz
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General Details
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Japanese Spitz
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
10-16 Years
Height
12½-15½ Inches
12-15 Inches
Weight
27-35 Pounds
10-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Japanese Spitz
Origin Country
France
Japan
Origin Year
1800 AD
1950 AD
Temperament
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Japanese Spitz
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Below Average
Personality
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Japanese Spitz
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Japanese Spitz
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
20-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Japanese Spitz
Energy Level
Medium to High
High
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
16 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low
Grooming Needs
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Japanese Spitz
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium to High
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Japanese Spitz
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Japanese Spitz
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Japanese Spitz
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Japanese Spitz
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
10-16 Years
Health Concerns
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Japanese Spitz
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Cataracts
Ear infections
Epilepsy
Corneal ulcer
Heart problems
Kidney issues
Reproductive problems
Runny eyes
Patellar luxation
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Japanese Spitz
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Japanese Spitz
Breed Colors
Fawn
Fawn
Red Wheaten
Red Wheaten
White
White
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