Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz

Compare the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to the Japanese Spitz. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Japanese Spitz.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Spitz
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Spitz
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Spitz
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General Details
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Spitz
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
9-15 Years
10-16 Years
Height
12-13 Inches
12-15 Inches
Weight
10-18 Pounds
10-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Spitz
Origin Country
Unspecified
Japan
Origin Year
1500 AD
1950 AD
Temperament
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Spitz
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Spitz
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Spitz
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
20-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Spitz
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
14 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Low
Low
Grooming Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Spitz
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium to High
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Spitz
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Spitz
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Spitz
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
None
Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Spitz
Average Lifespan
9-15 Years
10-16 Years
Health Concerns
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Spitz
Common Health Issues
Mitral valve disease
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Dry eye
Syringomyelia
Episodic falling
Runny eyes
Patellar luxation
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Spitz
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Wavy
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Spitz
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blenheim
Blenheim
Ruby
Ruby
White
White
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