Finnish Spitz is a medium non-sporting breed from Finland also known as Suomenpystykorva, Finnish Hunting Dog, Finkie.
Finnish Spitz is a medium non-sporting breed from Finland also known as Suomenpystykorva, Finnish Hunting Dog, Finkie.
Finland's national dog, originally bred by the Finno-Ugric tribes thousands of years ago for hunting birds and small game. They use a unique hunting method called 'barking up the game' where they bark to mesmerize birds until hunters can approach.
People looking into Finnish Spitz usually prepare for Moderate exercise needs, Moderate grooming needs, 20–33 lbs • 15–20 in.
Finnish Spitz is tied to originating from Finland, specifically Central Finland, with sources often placing its development around 1675 CE.
Finnish Spitz is described here as placed in the non-sporting group and marked as an established breed.
Finland's national dog, originally bred by the Finno-Ugric tribes thousands of years ago for hunting birds and small game. They use a unique hunting method called 'barking up the game' where they bark to mesmerize birds until hunters can approach.
Finnish Spitz is grouped here with these coat and texture descriptors.
Finnish Spitz is also listed as recognized by these kennel-club organizations.
Finnish Spitz is noted here for Moderate exercise needs and Moderate grooming needs.
Coat details: Double, Dense, Stand Off
These are informational breed-guide notes, not veterinary advice.
Finnish Spitz is closely associated with Finland, especially Central Finland in the sources used for this page.
Typical size details for Finnish Spitz on this page are 20–33 lbs, 15–20 in, 13–15 years.
Finland's national dog, originally bred by the Finno-Ugric tribes thousands of years ago for hunting birds and small game. They use a unique hunting method called 'barking up the game' where they bark to mesmerize birds until hunters can approach.
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