Affectionate
Proud
Intelligent
Companionable
Playful
Loyal

Active
Playful
Independent
Clownish
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Quick
Lively
Gentle
Social
Inquisitive
Cheerful
Brave
Stable
Defensive

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

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

Spitz-Type Dogs

Irish Water Spaniel and Black Russian Terrier

1948

Unknown

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

White

Black
Brown

Straight

Wavy

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.

An Irish Russian Spanterrier can have a litter of 4-12 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.

Patellar Luxation

Urolithiasis
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Ear Infections
Contact Allergy

Otitis Externa
Eye Diseases and Disorders
Nail Bed Disease

Ear Examination
Skin Evaluation
Knee X-Rays

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Cutaneous cytology
Cultures
Urine Tests

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

Irish Russian Spanterrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Japanese Spitzs have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Irish Russian Spanterriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Irish Russian Spanterrier, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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.

In general most Irish Russian Spanterriers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

Irish Russian Spanterrier 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Clipper

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.

For an average 70-100 pound (32 - 45 kg) Irish Russian Spanterrier feed 3 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 Japanese Spitz is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Irish Russian Spanterrier is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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.

The average per month expenses of an Irish Russian Spanterrier is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Japanese Spitzs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

Irish Russian Spanterriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Irish Russian Spanterriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Japanese Spitzs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Irish Russian Spanterriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Japanese Spitzs are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Irish Russian Spanterriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Irish Russian Spanterriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Irish Russian Spanterriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Irish Russian Spanterriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.