Australian Terrier 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.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Australian Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Japanese Spitz is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Alert
Courageous
Loyal
Intelligent
Companionable
Outright
Tempered
Spirited

Affectionate
Proud
Intelligent
Companionable
Playful
Loyal

Australian Terriers 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.

Australia

Japan

Terriers, Tasmanian Dog

Spitz-Type Dogs

1800s

1948

Terrier (AKC:1960 & UKC)

Northern (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Red
Blue
Cream

White

Australian Terriers have medium-length coats.

Japanese Spitzs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wiry

Straight

An Australian Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 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.

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

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

Australian Terriers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Japanese Spitz breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Diabetes
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation

None

Ear Infections
Contact Allergy

Blood Test
X-Rays

Ear Examination
Skin Evaluation
Knee X-Rays

Australian Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Australian Terrier 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.

Australian Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Japanese Spitzs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Australian Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Australian Terriers 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.

Chasing, Walks, Lounging

Shopping (, Car rides

Australian Terriers 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Australian Terrier, it's at least 12 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 Australian Terriers 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.

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 Australian Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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.

Australian Terrier 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.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

The average cost of an Australian Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

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

Australian Terrier 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.

Australian Terriers are adaptable and resilient, making them ideal for those seeking a less sensitive pet.

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

Australian Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Australian Terriers 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.

Australian Terriers are not cat friendly.

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

Australian Terriers are not dog-friendly.

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

Australian Terriers 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.

Australian Terriers 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.