Size
- Height
- 44.5–50.8 cm
- Weight
- 9.1–12.7 kg
Energy
Needs roughly 90 min a day. Rough estimate.
Family fit
Kids
Dogs
People
Lifespan
13.0–15.0 years
Running cost varies — see methodology.
Trait map
Eight axes that describe how this breed actually lives.
Energy
5/5
Trainability
3/5
Playfulness
3/5
Protectiveness
3/5
Barking
5/5
Good with children
5/5
Good with other dogs
4/5
Good with strangers
3/5
Compared against Foxhound
Care needs
Shedding
3/5
Grooming
2/5
Drooling
2/5
Coat length
1/5
About the Finnish Spitz
Editorial copy coming soon. In the meantime, the radar above summarises the trait data we have on file.
Frequently asked
How big does a Finnish Spitz get?
Adult Finnish Spitzs typically stand 44.5–50.8 cm at the shoulder and weigh 11.3–15 kg.
What's the life expectancy of a Finnish Spitz?
Finnish Spitzs usually live 13.0–15.0 years.
Is the Finnish Spitz good with children?
Finnish Spitzs tend to do well with children when well-socialised (5/5 on our scale). As always, supervise interactions with young kids.
How much exercise does a Finnish Spitz need?
Finnish Spitzs are roughly a 5/5 on our energy scale — figure on around 90 minutes a day of structured exercise as a starting point.
Is the Finnish Spitz KC recognised?
Yes — the Finnish Spitz is recognised by The Kennel Club.
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