Affectionate
Proud
Intelligent
Companionable
Playful
Loyal

Curious
Stubborn
Aloof
Energetic
Alert
Powerful
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Social
Steady
Watchful
Fast

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

Weimshepherds are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Japan

Germany

Spitz-Type Dogs

Weimaraner, German Shepherd

1948

Unknown

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black

White

Black
Gray

Japanese Spitzs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Weimshepherds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

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.

A Weimshepherd can have a litter of 6-8 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.

Japanese Spitzs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Weimshepherds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Patellar Luxation

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy

Ear Infections
Contact Allergy

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Urolithiasis
Bloat
Hemophilia
Von Willebrand's Disease

Ear Examination
Skin Evaluation
Knee X-Rays

Elbow
Hip And Eyes
Thyroid Tests

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

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

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

Weimshepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Shopping (, Car rides

Playing, Road trip, Fetch, Run, Grooming DAILY, Snuggling, Tug of war, Cuddling, Walking

Japanese Spitzs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Weimshepherds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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 Weimshepherd, it's at least 14 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 Weimshepherds 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.

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.

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

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

Weimshepherd 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

Slicker Brush
Nail 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 70-90 pound (32 - 41 kg) Weimshepherd 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 a Weimshepherd 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 a Weimshepherd 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 to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

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

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

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

Weimshepherds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

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

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

Weimshepherds 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.

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