
Breed Profile
Water Spaniel - American
- WEIGHT: 25 to 45 lbs
- HEIGHT: 15 to 18 inches
- COLOR(S): Solid liver, dark brown, light brown
- BREED GROUP: Sporting
Breed Profile
Finnish Spitz
WEIGHT: 25 lbs
HEIGHT: 18 inches
COLOR(S): Shades of reddish gold from dark auburn to pale honey. May have a white patch on chest.
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DESCRIPTION
TEMPERAMENT
Finnish Spitz are lively, vocal, and energetic. They are active dogs, loving to run free from a leash. They have a recognizable personality, satisfied with their owners and dissatisfied when left alone. They can become depressed and unusable when left to a kennel. Finnish Spitz are intelligent, obedient, but stubborn at times. They love to play with children, and sometimes outsmart their masters. They are affectionate and self-willed. They are loyal and friendly to their family, but cautious of new situations. They have been described as catlike in their cleanliness.
GROOMING
The Finnish Spitz double coat should be brushed once or twice a week, more when shedding. Shedding occurs twice a year. They do not have a doggy odor and should only be bathed when necessary.
HEALTH
Typically a very healthy breed, they are sometimes prone to hip & elbow dysplasia, luxating patellas, obesity, epilepsy and heart problems.
EXERCISE
Enjoys short daily walks, but loves the outdoors and the ability to run free.
TRAINING
Requires patience and understanding when training as they have a tendency to be stubborn. Need to be trained not to bark incessantly, and not to bark unnecessarily. They need more positive reinforcement than punishment, and can easily become bored with repetitive tasks. Training should be short sessions that go straight to the point.
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