English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Comparison – Which dog is better Springer Spaniel or Japanese Spaniel?

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Name	English Springer Spaniel	Japanese Chin
Origins	England	Japan
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Group	Gun Dog	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Springer Spaniel	Japanese Spaniel Chin
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin? Is the English Springer Spaniel bigger than the Japanese Chin breed? Is an English Springer Spaniel smaller than a Japanese Chin?	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin? English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin weight comparison:	Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg)	4-15 pounds (2-7 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin? Is an English Springer Spaniel taller than a Japanese Chin?	Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	7-11 inches (18-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm)	9 inches (23 cm)

English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between English Springer Spaniel and Japanese Chin?	$700-$800	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin?	Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Japanese Chin is easier than average to get.

English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin smarter? Which is best? English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin intelligence:	Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin trainability comparison. What's the difference between English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin? English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate Social Cheerful	Playful Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Loyal
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin?	High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Japanese Chin dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin social needs comparison:	English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin?	The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin? Which can be better for hunting?	English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin playfulness comparison:	The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Japanese Chins, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin?	Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Japanese Chin barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin?	Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Chin breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Japanese Chin dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin?	English Springer Spaniel dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Japanese Chin dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Japanese Chin bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is an English Springer Spaniel more dangerous than a Japanese Chin?	Low 🔽 The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Japanese Chin has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin mouthiness comparison:	English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin?	English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.	The Japanese Chin is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Ear Infections Ectropion Retinal Dysplasia Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Eye Problems Epilepsy Entropion Heart Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin?	Rare The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Japanese Chin should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin lifespan comparison. How long do English Springer Spaniel and Japanese Chin breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the English Springer Spaniel and Japanese Chin?	10-14 years The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Japanese Chin: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin? English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin energy level comparison:	English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	Japanese Chin dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.	Japanese Chin dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin?	English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	Japanese Chin dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin? Does the English Springer Spaniel breed eat more than the Japanese Chin breed?	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Japanese Chin has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin coat comparison:	Feathered	Feathered
Colors What are the original English Springer Spaniel and Japanese Chin color? English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin color comparison:	Black Tan White Liver	Black White Sable Lemon
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin? English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin grooming comparison:	Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Japanese Chin requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin? Do English Springer Spaniel dogs shed more than Japanese Chin dogs?	English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Japanese Chin dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin?	Medium ⏺ The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Japanese Chin has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin?	The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Japanese Chin is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Japanese Chin dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin? Which dog is more friendly?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Japanese Chin dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Japanese Chin dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Japanese Chin dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin? Can an English Springer Spaniel and a Japanese Chin be friends? Do English Springer Spaniel dogs get along with Japanese Chin dogs?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Japanese Chin dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin?	Yes English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Japanese Chin dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Japanese Chin is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Japanese Chins are not the best breed for elderly people.

English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: English Springer Spaniel or Japanese Chin? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin?	Not really English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Japanese Chin breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can English Springer Spaniel and Japanese Chin have? English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin litter size comparison:	4-10 puppies	1-3 puppies
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English Springer Spaniel vs Japanese Chin Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Japan Chin and Pekingese section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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