German Spitz

Breed Group: non_sporting

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Breed Profile

German Spitzes like to show off their tricks with the hopes of love and affection… or a snack. Once helping hands on the farm, these small fluffy companions much more enjoy the home life, today. Alert, German Spitzes like to watch out the window and let you know who’s walking by. They sure are happy dogs to have around the house!

Behavior

German Spitzes love their humans so much that sometimes it’s hard for them to leave you alone! Motivated by food and bear hugs, they aim to please. German Spitzes will enthusiastically show you every trick in the book. The happiest Spitzes have been trained and socialized early and know their place in the family. This also ensures that they won’t develop bad manners or shyness toward other dogs and children.

Coat

You will find there are different sizes of the German Spitz: Klein (small), Mittel (standard), and Gross (giant). These are all small dogs, though, and even the “Gross” size will only grow up to 40 lbs. German Spitzes are known for their beautiful, long coat, which does require maintenance. You’ll need to be diligent by brushing them a few times a week. This will keep their long outer coat from becoming matted. Be sure to also pay close attention to their feathery, curled tail. Regular trips to a professional groomer are recommended.

Lifestyle

German Spitzes like most environments, even apartment settings. A small yard is ideal because they do need to get daily exercise. Daily walks will do, too. They make great companions to anyone, young or old. Only German Spitzes that haven’t been properly socialized or trained might have temperament issues toward new people and pets.

Activity

German Spitzes love to learn new tricks and are excited to show them off any chance they get. They enjoy a daily short leisurely walk with their human companion and will go for longer, if you let them!

Characteristics

Space Needs

Activity Needs

Intelligence

Playfulness

Grooming Needs

Trainability

Watch Ability

Dog-friendliness

Child-friendliness

About the German Spitz

German Spitzes will welcome you with hands high in the air. A handstand. A hop. A twirl. That’s when you know you’ve been sufficiently greeted by these little balls of energy. Often confused with Pomeranians, German Spitzes are actual related to the Samoyed herding dog and have been around for hundreds of years. Small but mighty, these dogs are of said to have helped out around the farm for centuries. These days, though, they much more enjoy their role of lapdog and personal security. Well, more like, they will watch out the window and alert you of passersbys. If someone new actually enters the house, they’re likely to give a quick bark and then show off their newest trick with the hopes of a belly rub or yummy treat. They’d be happy with either.