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

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

Claims

• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The Norrbottenspets originates in Sweden and is classified by the FCI in Group 5 (Spitz and primitive types), Section 2 (Nordic hunting dogs).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The AKC desired height is 17 to 18½ inches for males and 15½ to 17½ inches for females; the FCI ideal height is 45 cm (males) and 42 cm (females), with a tolerance of +/-2 cm.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The coat is a double coat: a hard, short, straight topcoat over a soft, dense undercoat.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The base colour is pure white, overlaid with a coloured mask and markings.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The described temperament is calm, keen and attentive, with a kind disposition.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* A stumpy or docked tail is a disqualification.