German Spitz

Temperament: Devoted, Lively, Attentive

Group: Foundation Stock Service

Height: 30.5–38.1 in

Weight: 10.9–11.8 lb

Life Expectancy: 13.0–15.0 yrs

Energy Level: Regular Exercise

Trainability: Eager to Please

Shedding: Seasonal

Grooming Frequency: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing

Spitz breeds like the German Spitz are captivating on account of their beautiful coats, made to stand off by a plentiful undercoat. Particularly impressive is his strong, mane-like collar around his neck, called a ruff, and the bushy tail carried boldly over his back. His foxy head, alert eyes, and small, pointed, closely-set ears give the German Spitz his unique cheeky appearance. His coat comes in a variety of colors including white, black, cream, gold, black and tan, sable, and chocolate brown. Though easily trainable, this lively and intelligent breed can also have an independent streak. If properly trained (so as not to be too noisy) and well socialized, the German Spitz will be happy mingling with other people and dogs. The German Spitz is always attentive, lively and exceptionally devoted to his owner. He is very teachable and easy to train. His distrust towards strangers and lack of hunting instinct make him the ideal watchdog for the home. His indifference to weather, robustness and longevity are his most outstanding attributes.