Finnish Spitz Dog

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Finnish Spitz Dog
By Cindy- Lovabledogs.info

 Finnish Spitz Dog

Finnish Spitz is a very independent and often aloof dog, this Finnish Spitz is a breed that is strong minded and lively. These dogs love to play and stay active, and physical and mental stimulation is a must in order to avoid boredom and associated destructive behavior. Although these s are very independent, this can also be very loyal and devoted to their families, and are known to be particularly fond of children. The Finnish Spitz may often bond with a particular person, but in general, this is a that loves the companionship of people and enjoys being a part of the family action. This does have a sensitive nature, and you should therefore ensure that he is not in an environment that is wrought with tension. Because of the independent nature of the breed it is important to ensure that he is socialized early on. Although the Finnish Spitz gets along with most pets, he can be aggressive towards same sex dogs, and may chase smaller pets such as birds and rodents.

The Finnish Spitz Dog
The Finnish Spitz is a small that has fox-like features. It has dark, almond shaped eyes, forward pointed ears, black nose and lips and a pointed muzzle that encases teeth that form a scissor bite. Just like its Japanese counterpart, the Finnish Spitz has a tail that is curled across its back. It also has rounded, cat like feet that come with dew claws. However, these claws are removed from the rear legs of dogs that participate in shows.

Finnish Spitz Skills
Around 2000 years ago, the Finnish Spitz was brought into Finland by hunters from the Volga River Area of Central Russia. It became the national of Finland and has even been mentioned in a number of Finnish patriotic

hymns. Aside from being an ideal companion dog, the Finnish Spitz is also a good hunting partner, signaling to the hunter the position of the birds, through its barking. The breed is also adept in tracking moose, elk and squirrels.

Finnish Spitz Personality
The Finnish Spitz is an active and lively dog, making it an ideal companion for children and adults alike. The breed commands and enjoys attention and can sometimes be quite aggressive, especially towards strangers. The Finnish Spitz is also known as a barking so it requires obedience training in order to make them realize when and when not to make noise. Take note, however, that this breed easily gets bored so training must be short and to the point.

Finnish Spitz Exercise Needs
While it is relatively inactive indoors, a Finnish Spitz needs daily exercise, being a generally active breed. This makes them good jogging and exercise companions.

Finnish Spitz Living Conditions
The Finnish Spitz can adapt to small living spaces, provided that it is located in areas that have cool climates and can receive an adequate amount of exercise, preferably in a small yard.

Finnish Spitz Grooming Requirements
As with other Arctic dog, the Finnish Spitz has a self-cleaning coat that does not require constant bathing. However, regular brushing is advised to remove dead hair.

Finnish Spitz Health Issues
While the Finnish Spitz is a generally healthy breed, it can also become prone to hip and elbow dysplasia, patellar luxation and epilepsy.
 

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