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Description
HistoryA Finnish Spitz is a breed of dog originating in Finland. The breed is thought to be an old one, bred as a hunting dog. It is a "bark pointer", indicating the position of game by barking to attract the hunter's attention. It has been used mostly to bark at game that flees into trees, such as squirrels, grouses, and capercaillies, but it serves well also to hunt moose and elk. In its native country, the breed is still mostly used as a hunting dog, but as it is very friendly and loves children, in other countries it serves mainly as a house pet. The Finnish Spitz has been the national dog of Finland since 1979.
Temperment
Finnish Spitz are a lively, faithful, and intelligent breed of dog. They love playing with children, and are excellent companion dogs, which makes them an ideal family pet. They rarely show aggression unless needed (they are a breed who like to protect their family) but they do love the sound of their own voices. Careful training will need to be undertaken to teach him that his barking is both unnecessary and unwanted, although the barking does come in useful if you are looking for a watchdog, as the Finnish Spitz will very happily locate anything that is out of the ordinary and alert their owners to it.
Health
The Finnish Spitz is typically a very healthy breed, and health concerns are rare. Here is a short list of what is known to occur: Hip dysplasia, Patellar luxation, Elbow dysplasia, Epilepsy
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General Information
| Living Space | Home with Yard Access |
| Hypoallergenic | No |
| Average Life | 12-14 years |
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Appearance
| Size | Medium |
| Average Height | 15-20 inches |
| Average Weight | 15-20 pounds |
| Coat Color | Redish-Gold, Redish-Brown |
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Background
| Dog Group | Non-Sporting |
| Origin | Finland |
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