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Nordic Spitz (Norrbottenspets)
Small Breed
The Nordic Spitz is a breed with great endurance, which has helped it to become a very good hunting breed.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Sweden
Weight
10 kgs/22 lbs (standards may vary)
Height
Males 45 cm/18 inches; Females 42 cm/16 3/4 inches (Standards may vary)
Coat
Hard, short, straight hair with a fine dense undercoat.
Markings
All colours permitted. Yellow or red/brown markings.
Lifespan
Average 12-15 years
They are kind and loving; always happy to be with family and loved ones. They are never nervous or aggressive and will not give an owner any problems in new social situations. They are very loyal and make very good guard dogs to their family, always keeping an eye out for danger.
Temperament
The Nordic Spitz is a very active, lively breed of dog. They have a very stable personality which should be neither nervous nor aggressive. They make a good guard dog though are very affectionate and can make excellent family companions as they are very good with children. When out hunting they should be alert, attentive, daring and self-confident. They can adapt to life in the city providing they receive sufficient exercise. Training should be consistent and firm. Socialisation from an early age is best to assist in curtailing their wariness of strangers.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
The Nordic Spitz is a beautiful dog with a wonderful coat and a fantastic, loving personality making a good family dog; they are particularly good with children. The Nordic Spitz was originally bred as a hunter and guard dog.
- A very good guard dog
- Makes a good companion
- No trimming or stripping required
- Needs regular grooming
- Requires a lot of exercise
- Better suited to life in the country