Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

Compare the Japanese Spitz to the Miniature Australian Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Japanese Spitz and Miniature Australian Shepherds.

Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Japanese Spitz
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Japanese Spitz
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Japanese Spitz
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-16 Years
13-15 Years
Height
12-15 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
10-20 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Japanese Spitz
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Japan
United States
Origin Year
1950 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Japanese Spitz
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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
Below Average
Average
Personality
Japanese Spitz
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Japanese Spitz
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
20-85 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Japanese Spitz
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Low
Medium
Grooming Needs
Japanese Spitz
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium to High
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Japanese Spitz
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Japanese Spitz
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Japanese Spitz
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Japanese Spitz
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
10-16 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Japanese Spitz
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Runny eyes
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Japanese Spitz
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Wavy
Coat Length
Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Japanese Spitz
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
White
White
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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