Pudelpointer has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Japanese Spitz has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Calm
Selfish
Controlled
Outright
Tempered
Independent

Affectionate
Proud
Intelligent
Companionable
Playful
Loyal

Pudelpointers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Japanese Spitzs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Pudelpointers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Japanese Spitzs are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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Poodle, English Pointer

Spitz-Type Dogs

1800s

1948

Gun Dog (UKC)

Northern (UKC)

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

White

Pudelpointers have medium-length coats.

Japanese Spitzs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Pudelpointer can have a litter of 9-11 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Japanese Spitz can have a litter of 10-16 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism

Patellar Luxation

Entropion
Ectropion

Ear Infections
Contact Allergy

Eye examination

Ear Examination
Skin Evaluation
Knee X-Rays

Pudelpointers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Japanese Spitzs are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Pudelpointer has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Japanese Spitz has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Pudelpointer has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

Japanese Spitz minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Pudelpointers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Japanese Spitz dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

While Pudelpointer dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Japanese Spitz dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Hunt, Hiking, Kayaking, Hunting

Shopping (, Car rides

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pudelpointer, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Japanese Spitz, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pudelpointers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Japanese Spitzs usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Pudelpointer has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Japanese Spitzs require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pudelpointer should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Japanese Spitz should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 44-66 pound (20 - 30 kg) Pudelpointer feed 2.1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 18-19 pound (8 - 9 kg) Japanese Spitz feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Pudelpointer is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Japanese Spitz is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pudelpointer is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Japanese Spitz is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Pudelpointer is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Japanese Spitzs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Pudelpointers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Japanese Spitzs make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Pudelpointers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Japanese Spitzs make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Pudelpointers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Japanese Spitzs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Pudelpointers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Japanese Spitzs are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Pudelpointers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Japanese Spitzs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.