Finnish Spitz

Height: 15 to 20 inches at shoulder tall

Weight: 20 to 35 pounds

Coat: shades of golden-red with white tips

Life span: 12 to 15 years

The Finnish Spitz originates from Finland and was bred originally for hunting birds and small game. It's origins can be dated back to antiquity. When its quarry is located the hunter is notified with a series of continuous high pitch barks, which sound like yodels which is responsible for its name the "Barking Bird Dog of Finland.The Finnish Spitz is also known by the other names of Suomenpystykorva and Finsk Spets. The Finnish Spitz is the National Dog of Finland. This dog is classified as one of the Non-Sporting Dog Group which we go on to describe in detail in the section at the bottom of this page. The Finnish Spitz was first Registered by the AKC (American Kennel Club) in 1991.

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