Origin: Finland
Origin of Name: The Finnish Spitz is a breed of dog originating in Finland.
Size | Temperament | Shedding | Drooling | Monthly keeping cost | |||||
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Medium | Zero High |
Negligible Hair Everywhere |
Zero Excess |
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In its native land, Finland's most popular dog breed is called Suomanpistekorva. In kind, it is known as the Finnish Spitz in English-speaking countries.
It is believed that some 3,000 years ago when migrants from central Russia now came to Finland, they brought Spitz-type dogs with them. These pioneers of modern Finns were employed as all-purpose hunters for centuries. Over time, they began to specialize in Gamebirds.
Finkies or fins have a unique bird-style. His sharp nose leads him to a breed of sparrows. They then enchant the bird with their slow-tail wagging and distinctive ""yodeling"" or rapid-fire barking (they can get 160 barks in a minute). Laughing tail also serves another purpose - to allow the hunter to see the dog through the dense forest. This freezes the game until the rifle-toting human arrives to finish the job. Birds also roam the trees.
By the late 1800s, these hardy norsmen faced extinction. Thanks to the promotional blitz, Finky was brought back from near anonymity, commissioned by two of the breed's zealous Finnish Hugo Roos and Hugo Sandberg. By the turn of the century, the Finnish Spitz was recognized by the Finnish Kennel Club.
England received its first exports in the 1920s. An early British devotee, Lady Kitty Ritson, used the nickname ""Finky"", as some English-speaking fans still refer to the breed. He arrived in the US around 1960 and began competing in the AKC Non-Sporting Group in 1988.
The Finnish Spitz requires average grooming effort. It is not necessary to have a dog's hair cut by a professional groomer. Brushing a dog's coat is helpful to reduce shedding. Ears and eyes should be cleaned regularly to avoid infection. Don't skip seasonal flea treatments either. Dog nail trimming and dog bathing can sometimes be helpful. Check with a local pet store for dog grooming supplies and find the best dog shampoo to keep his coat healthy and give your dog a pleasant dog bath experience. If you don't have the time, skills, or money to care for your Finnish Spitz, look for a dog groomer or clipping service in your area and book an appointment. You might be lucky enough to have a dog boarding service, which includes grooming or walks in nearby dog bathing locations.
This is a very intelligent breed, and as such they can present a challenge to train. Keep the session short and fun by being generous with praise and reward. Food seems universally inspiring. They will tell you when you have had enough. Early socialization and puppy training classes are recommended for the new puppy.
The Finnish Spitz was forbidden to hunt all day in the dense forest, which gave him the stamina to build a very sprawling yard. A Finnish Spitz should never be kept away from his people, as he becomes deeply bonded with his family. They require a high degree of exercise. A daily walk on a leash, long or short, is always and in itself a reward.
"Finnish Spitz's metabolism is highly efficient for a primitive breed," notes a breed expert. This means that breastfeeding the breed will make obesity much quicker. High quality dry dog food works well to maintain good quality and weight. Treatment may be useful in training, but must be given sparingly. Give table scarps sparingly, if at all, avoiding bones and foods baked especially from high-fat foods. Know which human foods are safe for dogs, and which are not.
Fortunately, thanks to thoughtful breeding, the Finnish Spitz in the US and Canada are a generally healthy breed and do not present other health issues. Responsible breeders have found the potential breeding stock for the patella, elbow, hips, and eyes has little to do with the number of affected dogs. New owners are urged to discuss with their breeders about the care of growing puppies, including the need to limit vigorous exercise, and to avoid early caries and impotence until maturity (3 to 5 years) is reached. for.