Bichon Frise vs. Japanese Spitz: Which Breed is More Expensive?

When comparing the Bichon Frise and the Japanese Spitz, the Bichon Frise generally commands a higher price, typically ranging from $300 to $900.

The price of a Bichon Frise is influenced by several factors, including its appearance (conformation), geographical location, lineage, and whether it is of show quality. A Bichon Frise with excellent conformation can fetch a price between $300 and $750. However, the average price for a pet-quality Bichon Frise puppy currently ranges from $180 to $600, while a pedigree (bloodline) puppy is between $600 and $975. Show-quality Bichon Frise puppies can cost $975 or more. Be cautious of Bichon Frise puppies being sold at significantly lower prices, as they may have health issues or be poorly bred.

The Japanese Spitz, originally from Japan, is primarily kept as a companion dog, with a current market price of about $180 to $450. Japanese Spitz dogs are not only beautiful and elegant but also very intelligent. Originally bred as sheepdogs, their history of working and training has made them very alert and agile. They are particularly known for barking incessantly when strangers approach, acting as watchdogs to deter potential threats and alerting their owners. Now, family-raised Japanese Spitz can also serve as effective guard dogs, protecting their owners and their property.Bonus resource:Pet Knowledge