About Finnish Spitz
The Finnish Spitz is an ancient breed whose history traverses time for perhaps thousands of years. In their native land of Finland they are known as Suomenpystykorva, or Finnish Cock-eared dog. For some time they were referred to as the Barking Bird Dog. They have glorious red/gold coats with a soft undercoat to protect them in winter extremes. They have a "foxy" look including a thickly plumed tail carried proudly over their back and curled down the side of their hip. They are a very clean dog without need for frequent bathing and are easy enough to groom.
Intelligent Companion
The Finnish Spitz, or often called Finkie, can become your best companion. They love to explore and learn. Your Finkie will seem to understand what you are talking about at times. He may surprise you with a job well done after only a little patient effort on your part. Your Finnish Spitz will be perfectly content lying by a hearth in deep winter, napping in the shade on a summers day, or hiking through hills and valleys; as long as it is with you. He will want to be with or near you and the rest of "his family", just like you will love his company.
If involvement in one of the many canine related activities is desired, a Finnish Spitz is a worthy partner. The training may challenge you more than your Finnish Spitz though, unless you truly understand how he prefers to learn. If you have an interest and can make the "training" fun, interesting, and non-static your Finnish Spitz will likely enjoy the activity as well.
If involvement in one of the many canine related activities is desired, a Finnish Spitz is a worthy partner. The training may challenge you more than your Finnish Spitz though, unless you truly understand how he prefers to learn. If you have an interest and can make the "training" fun, interesting, and non-static your Finnish Spitz will likely enjoy the activity as well.
Skilled Hunter
These little red dogs became skilled hunters out of necessity in their
partnership with their human keepers. Together, human and dog lived in isolated areas of Finland where winter weather can often be harsh. Despite their size they have no fear in the hunt. They have been known to hunt small mammals like Mice and Squirrel, game birds like Black Grouse and Cappercaille; but also, unexpectedly, Bear and Elk. Certainly their size belie their skills. They are rarely used outside of Finland for hunting where they hunt solo with their human.
partnership with their human keepers. Together, human and dog lived in isolated areas of Finland where winter weather can often be harsh. Despite their size they have no fear in the hunt. They have been known to hunt small mammals like Mice and Squirrel, game birds like Black Grouse and Cappercaille; but also, unexpectedly, Bear and Elk. Certainly their size belie their skills. They are rarely used outside of Finland for hunting where they hunt solo with their human.
Trusted Friend
"A Finnish Spitz perfectly reflects the home in which he lives."
Finnish Spitz are wonderful family pets with an exuberant delight for children. They will be delighted to frolick in autumn leaves, play tug, chase and swim with "their" children; and of course sleep near them when nap time comes. Even the smallest of children bring a sparkle to their eyes though you would of course supervise interactions with small children as you would with any dog. Children are safe with them.
They are friendly and affectionate with their family, yet may sometimes seem aloof to strangers. Other family pets become friends and playmates if introduced in a subdued atmosphere. Finkies are quite easy to socialize because of their interest in the world and welcoming heart.
Though Finnish Spitz will protect their family if needed, they are more an alarm sounder. They want you aware of changes; like strangers entering "their" property. They are known for their Bark as well as other vocalizations, including a sort of "yodel". Conversation seems to be their middle name and unless you know how to gently and consistently curb this tendency you may be better off with another breed. This caution would also apply if you have a boisterous household with yelling, and lots of noise.
Finnish Spitz are wonderful family pets with an exuberant delight for children. They will be delighted to frolick in autumn leaves, play tug, chase and swim with "their" children; and of course sleep near them when nap time comes. Even the smallest of children bring a sparkle to their eyes though you would of course supervise interactions with small children as you would with any dog. Children are safe with them.
They are friendly and affectionate with their family, yet may sometimes seem aloof to strangers. Other family pets become friends and playmates if introduced in a subdued atmosphere. Finkies are quite easy to socialize because of their interest in the world and welcoming heart.
Though Finnish Spitz will protect their family if needed, they are more an alarm sounder. They want you aware of changes; like strangers entering "their" property. They are known for their Bark as well as other vocalizations, including a sort of "yodel". Conversation seems to be their middle name and unless you know how to gently and consistently curb this tendency you may be better off with another breed. This caution would also apply if you have a boisterous household with yelling, and lots of noise.