Bulldog vs Japanese Spitz

Compare the Bulldog to the Japanese Spitz. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Bulldogs and Japanese Spitz.

Bulldog vs Japanese Spitz
Bulldog
Japanese Spitz
Bulldog
Japanese Spitz
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General Details
Bulldog
Japanese Spitz
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
8-12 Years
10-16 Years
Height
13-15 Inches
12-15 Inches
Weight
49-55 Pounds
10-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Average
History
Bulldog
Japanese Spitz
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Japan
Origin Year
1500 AD
1950 AD
Temperament
Bulldog
Japanese Spitz
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Bulldog
Japanese Spitz
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Bulldog
Japanese Spitz
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
55-75 °F
20-85 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Bulldog
Japanese Spitz
Energy Level
Low
High
Exercise Required
Low
Medium
Top Running Speed
15 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
Low
Grooming Needs
Bulldog
Japanese Spitz
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium to High
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
High
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bulldog
Japanese Spitz
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Bulldog
Japanese Spitz
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Bulldog
Japanese Spitz
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Average
Chasing
None
Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
None
Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bulldog
Japanese Spitz
Average Lifespan
8-12 Years
10-16 Years
Health Concerns
Bulldog
Japanese Spitz
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Dry eye
Reverse sneezing
Demodectic mange
Cherry eye
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Head shakes
Runny eyes
Patellar luxation
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bulldog
Japanese Spitz
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Long
Coat Coloring
Bulldog
Japanese Spitz
Breed Colors
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