Finnish Spitz — breed standard (AKC & FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

Finnish Spitz — breed standard (AKC & FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

Claims

• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The Finnish Spitz originated in Finland and is covered by FCI Standard N° 49.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* FCI classifies it in Group 5 (Spitz and primitive types), Section 2 Nordic hunting dogs.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* FCI height at the withers is 44 to 50 cm for males and 39 to 45 cm for females, with ideal heights of 47 cm and 42 cm.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The double coat has a short, soft, dense undercoat and long, harsh, straight guard hairs of about one to two inches on the body.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Accepted colours are varying shades of golden-red from pale honey to deep auburn.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The breed is active, friendly, lively and eager, faithful, brave but cautious.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The dentition comprises 42 symmetrical teeth.