Kerry Beagle vs Japanese Spitz

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

Kerry Beagle vs Japanese Spitz
Kerry Beagle
Japanese Spitz
Kerry Beagle
Japanese Spitz
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General Details
Kerry Beagle
Japanese Spitz
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
10-16 Years
Height
22-24 Inches
12-15 Inches
Weight
50-60 Pounds
10-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Kerry Beagle
Japanese Spitz
Origin Country
Ireland
Japan
Origin Year
-500 BC
1950 AD
Temperament
Kerry Beagle
Japanese Spitz
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Kerry Beagle
Japanese Spitz
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Kerry Beagle
Japanese Spitz
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
20-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Kerry Beagle
Japanese Spitz
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low
Grooming Needs
Kerry Beagle
Japanese Spitz
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
None to Low
Medium to High
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None to Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Kerry Beagle
Japanese Spitz
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Kerry Beagle
Japanese Spitz
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Kerry Beagle
Japanese Spitz
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Kerry Beagle
Japanese Spitz
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
10-16 Years
Health Concerns
Kerry Beagle
Japanese Spitz
Common Health Issues
Runny eyes
Patellar luxation
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Kerry Beagle
Japanese Spitz
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Long
Coat Coloring
Kerry Beagle
Japanese Spitz
Breed Colors
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