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Short History of the Breed

This breed came from Finnish eccentric royalty. Known as the barking dog of Finland, Finnish Spitz's are rare both in their home country and in the United States.

Physical Description & Size

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They look like short fat foxes. Here is Boomer at age 11:

Temperament

They are friendly with kids, adults and most other dogs. When they are young they can be quite mischievious.

Dog Care (exercise, grooming, diet)

You need to be careful with their food intake since they tend to gain weight as they age. Fortunately they love to go on their daily walks and get quite excited at the mere hint of someone going on a walk. You will need to use other words such as "stroll" and "perambulate."

Health Issues, Life Expectancy

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Additional Resource

• Finnish Spitz - Online Community

• Finnish Spitz Club
• Finnish Spitz directory