Papillon vs German Spitz Comparison – Which dog is better Continental Toy Spaniel or Deutscher Spitz?

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Name	Papillon	German Spitz
Origins	Spain France Belgium	Germany
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Papillon and German Spitz. What other names are these breeds known by?	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog	Deutscher Spitz
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Papillon and a German Spitz. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Papillon vs German Spitz Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small	Small Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Papillon and a German Spitz. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	Male: 24-33 pounds (11-15 kg), Female: 18-27 pounds (8-12 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	Male: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height Which is taller, Papillon or German Spitz? Is a Papillon taller than a German Spitz?	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	Male: 19-23 inches (48-58 cm), Female: 15-19 inches (38-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	Male: 21 inches (53 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)

Papillon vs German Spitz Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Papillon and a German Spitz. Which breed costs more?	$400-$600	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Papillon or German Spitz?	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.	Average: The German Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.

Papillon vs German Spitz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: German Spitz is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare training requirements.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Spitz dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare alertness levels.	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Spitz dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare territorial behaviors.	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	German Spitz dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Papillon vs German Spitz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Papillon and a German Spitz. How do their temperaments differ?	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	Independent Devoted Lively Attentive Trainable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Papillon vs German Spitz?	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: German Spitz dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Papillon vs German Spitz?	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: German Spitz dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Papillon vs German Spitz social needs comparison:	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	German Spitz dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Papillon vs German Spitz?	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	German Spitz dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Papillon vs German Spitz? Which can be better for hunting?	Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	German Spitz dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Papillon vs German Spitz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare vocalization tendencies.	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The German Spitz is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare play drive and energy.	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.	The German Spitz is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare living space needs.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Papillon indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep German Spitz indoors.
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Papillon vs German Spitz Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare adaptability levels.	Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: German Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Papillon or German Spitz?	Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Papillon vs German Spitz Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Spitz dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 German Spitz bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Papillon vs German Spitz Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare average lifespans.	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Spitz: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Papillon and a German Spitz. Which breed is healthier?	The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Papillon vs German Spitz?	Average The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The German Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Papillon vs German Spitz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Papillon vs German Spitz health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia	Luxating Patella Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Dental Problems

Papillon vs German Spitz Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare activity levels.	Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	German Spitz dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Papillon vs German Spitz exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Papillon or German Spitz? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.	German Spitz dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Papillon or German Spitz?	Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	German Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Papillon vs German Spitz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The German Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare daily food needs.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Papillon vs German Spitz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Papillon and German Spitz? Compare breed colors.	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	Black White Orange Tricolor
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The German Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare drooling amounts.	The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Papillon and a German Spitz? Compare fur types.	Feathered	Dense Straight
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare bathing frequencies.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Papillon or German Spitz? Do Papillon dogs shed more than German Spitz dogs?	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	German Spitz dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Papillon vs German Spitz Good With Comparison

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

Papillon vs German Spitz As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare therapy capabilities.	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Papillon or a German Spitz? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Papillon and German Spitz. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Papillon vs German Spitz Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Papillon and German Spitz. Which has larger litters?	2-4 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Papillon and German Spitz breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Papillon and German Spitz. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Papillon vs German Spitz Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Papillon and German Spitz. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Papillon and German Spitz. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Papillon and German Spitz. Which is more widely recognized?	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 United Kennel Club	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

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