Japanese Spitz vs Mini Yorkshire Aussie vs Pomeranian Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

Pomeranian

5/6

categories

Best for Apartments

🀝 Tie

Easiest Grooming

Pomeranian

3/5 Β· Moderate needs

Longest Lifespan

🀝 Tie

Easiest to Train

Pomeranian

4.5/5 Β· Easy

Most Active

Mini Yorkshire Aussie

5/5 Β· Active

Best for First-Time Owners

🀝 Tie

3/6

50%

Japanese Spitz

4/6

67%

Mini Yorkshire Aussie

5/6

83%

Pomeranian

πŸ‘‘ Winner

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
Japan
Australi
England
Germany
Poland
Popularity
#229
#1675
#22
Common Names & Aliases
Nihon Supittsu
Not available
Deutsche SpitzePom PomSpitz EnanoSpitz NainZwergspitzZwersPom
Breed Classification
Purebred
Cross Breed
Purebred
Size Classification
Small
MediumSmall
Small
Weight Statistics
5-10 kg
4.5-12 kg
1-3 kg
Average Weight
7 kg
7.9 kg
2.3 kg
Height
30-38 cm
33-46 cm
18-30 cm
Average Height
34 cm
39.5 cm
24 cm
Intelligence Rating
3/5
4/5
4.5/5
Watchdog Rating
3/5
5/5
3/5
Training Difficulty
3/5
4/5
4/5
Territorial Protection
5/5
5/5
4/5
Price Range
$500-$800
$600-$1000
$600-$800
Availability
3/5
4/5
5/5
Personality Traits
AffectionateProudIntelligentCompanionablePlayfulLoyal
ActiveFriendlyIntelligentLovingAffectionateGood-naturedProtectiveAlertEnergeticPlayfulCourageousIndependentLoyal
ActiveFriendlyLivelySociableExtrovertedIntelligentPlayfulAttentiveDocileTrainable
Sensitivity Level
3/5
5/5
4/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
2/5
2/5
1/5
Prey Drive
2/5
3/5
2/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
5/5
Social Needs
5/5
5/5
5/5
Barking Frequency
5/5
4/5
4/5
Playful Nature
5/5
4/5
3/5
Apartment Adaptability
5/5
4/5
5/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
4/5
5/5
5/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Very Low
Very Low
Very Low
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
2/5
3/5
2/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Average Lifespan
10-16 years
12-16 years
12-16 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Health Concerns
3/5
4/5
3/5
Health Problems
Patellar LuxationRunny Eyes
Drug SensitivityGlaucomaIris ColobomaJuvenile CataractsProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Retinal DysplasiaCollapsed TracheaHypoglycemiaPatellar LuxationPortosystemic Liver ShuntReverse Sneezing
AllergiesCataractsCollapsed TracheaDry EyeEpilepsyHeat IntoleranceHeatstrokeHip DysplasiaHypothyroidismLegg-perthes DiseasePatellar LuxationPatent Ductus ArteriosisSeizures
Vet Care Frequency
Average
Rare
Average
Energy Rating
3/5
5/5
3/5
Sleeping Need
3/5
1/5
3/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
3/5
3/5
2/5
Obesity Tendency
2/5
3/5
4/5
Food Consumption
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
No
No
No
Coat Colors
White
Blue MerleRed MerleRedWhite & Black & TanGoldBlueTanBlack
BlueGrayRedTanBrownOrangeWhiteBlack
Grooming Requirements
4/5
4/5
3/5
Shedding Level
3/5
2/5
3/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
2/5
1/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
Medium
Medium
Coat Characteristics
Thick
FeatheredFine
Fluffy
Bathing Needs
6-8 weeks
6-8 weeks
3-4 weeks
Cat Friendly
4/5
4/5
5/5
Child Compatibility
5/5
3/5
2/5
Dog Friendly
4/5
3/5
3/5
Stranger Friendly
3/5
3/5
2/5
Office Friendly
No
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Highly Recommended
Average
Below Average
Pet Compatibility
Good
Good
Excellent
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Not really
Yes
Therapy Work Suitability
Not really
Yes
Yes
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
1-6 puppies
4-6 puppies
2-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.
Not recognized by FCI.
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.
Kennel Club Recognition
American Canine RegistryAmerica's Pet RegistryContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
Not available
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Canine RegistryCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Kennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
Winner / Best value