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Schipperke vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Comparison - Dog breed selector: Spits or Japanese Spaniel or Nihon Supittsu? Find the right dog for you

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Name Schipperke Japanese Chin Japanese Spitz
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz breeds.
Spits
Spitske
Spitzke
Japanese Spaniel
Chin
Nihon Supittsu
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Schipperke vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz? Compare adult weight ranges.
12-18 pounds (5.5-8 kg) 4-15 pounds (2-7 kg) 11-20 pounds (5-10 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
15 pounds (5.6.5 kg) 9.5 pounds (4.5 kg) 15.5 pounds (7.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Schipperke or Japanese Chin or Japanese Spitz? Schipperke vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz height comparison:
10-13 inches (21-33 cm) 7-11 inches (18-28 cm) 12-15 inches (30-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
11.5 inches (27 cm) 9 inches (23 cm) 13.5 inches (34 cm)

Schipperke vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$1000 $300-$500 $500-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Schipperke or Japanese Chin or Japanese Spitz?
Frequent: The Schipperke is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Japanese Chin is easier than average to get.
Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.

Schipperke vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: Schipperke is an excellent dog breed.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which is easiest to train?
Schipperke dogs are quite easy to train.
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Japanese Chin dogs are quite easy to train.
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Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which breed is most alert?
Schipperke dogs are average watchdogs.
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Japanese Chin dogs are average watchdogs.
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Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which breed is most protective?
Schipperke dogs are average defenders.
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Japanese Chin dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Schipperke vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz? Compare temperaments.
Curious
Independent
Agile
Intelligent
Confident
Fearless
Faithful
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Playful
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Proud
Companionable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Japanese Chin dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Japanese Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Schipperke vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz?
Average to High: Schipperke dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Japanese Chin dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Schipperke vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz social needs comparison:
Schipperke dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Japanese Chin dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Schipperke dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Japanese Chin dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Japanese Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Schipperke dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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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.
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Japanese Spitz dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Schipperke vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The Schipperke barks none to minimal.
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Low: The Japanese Chin barks none to minimal.
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A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which breed is most playful?
The Schipperke is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Japanese Chins, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Schipperke breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Chin breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Spitz breed.

Schipperke vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which breed is most flexible?
Schipperke 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.
Japanese Spitz dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Schipperke or Japanese Chin or Japanese Spitz?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Japanese Chin dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Japanese Spitz dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Schipperke vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Schipperke has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Japanese Chin has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Japanese Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which uses mouth most during play?
Schipperke dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Japanese Chin dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Japanese Spitz dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Schipperke bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Japanese Chin bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Japanese Spitz bite force: Weak.

Schipperke vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which breed lives longest?
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Schipperke: 14 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Japanese Chin: 11 years
10-16 years
The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which handles climate changes best?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Japanese Spitz can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which has fewer health issues?
The Schipperke is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Japanese Chin is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Japanese Spitz is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Schipperke should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Japanese Chin should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Japanese Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Schipperke vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Schipperke vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Entropion
Heart Disease
Patellar Luxation
Runny Eyes

Schipperke vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which breed is most active?
Schipperke dogs are high-energy dogs.
Japanese Chin dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Japanese Spitz dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Schipperke vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Schipperke or Japanese Chin or Japanese Spitz? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Schipperke dogs need a lot of exercises.
Japanese Chin dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Japanese Spitz dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Schipperke or Japanese Chin or Japanese Spitz?
Schipperke dogs don't need too much sleep.
Japanese Chin dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Japanese Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Schipperke vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which is most prone to obesity?
High: The Schipperke breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Japanese Chin has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Japanese Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which needs most food?
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.

Schipperke vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Blue
Cream
Brown
Apricot
Black
White
Sable
Lemon
White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The Schipperke doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Japanese Chin requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which drools least?
The Schipperke is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Japanese Chin is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Schipperke has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Japanese Chin has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fluffy
Soft
Thick
Feathered Thick
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Schipperke or Japanese Chin or Japanese Spitz? Schipperke or Japanese Chin or {name3 shedding:
Schipperke dogs shed moderately.
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Japanese Chin dogs shed moderately.
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Japanese Spitz dogs shed moderately.
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Schipperke vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which is best with kids?
Schipperke dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Japanese Chin dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Japanese Spitz dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Schipperke dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Japanese Chin dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Japanese Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Schipperke or Japanese Chin or Japanese Spitz? Which dog is more friendly?
Schipperke dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Japanese Chin dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Japanese Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Schipperke or Japanese Chin or Japanese Spitz?
Schipperke dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Japanese Chin dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Japanese Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Schipperke or Japanese Chin or Japanese Spitz?
Schipperke dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Japanese Chin dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Japanese Spitz dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Schipperke vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz?
Yes
Schipperke 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.
Yes
Japanese Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Schipperke is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Japanese Chin is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Japanese Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Schipperkes are usually recommended for elderly people.
Japanese Chins are not the best breed for elderly people.
Japanese Spitzs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Schipperke vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which has best nose work ability?

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.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which is best for SAR work?

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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

Schipperke breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Japanese Chin breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Japanese Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which has most military use?

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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Schipperke vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which has most puppies?
3-7 puppies 1-3 puppies 1-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Schipperke vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Japan Chin and Pekingese section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Schipperke, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which has most recognition?
No data available 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
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club

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