Human orientation
Affectionate and sociable, happy to be near his family.
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Japanese Spitz
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History of the Japanese Spitz breed
Origin: Japan
Japanese breeders created the breed in the 1920s and 1930s by mixing several types of Spitz, starting with white German Spitz imported from northeastern China. It was first shown at an exhibition in Tokyo in 1921.
Japanese Spitz is a small (34-37 cm in males, 30-34 cm in females) dog with thick snow-white fur. Vigilant, intelligent, brave and lively. Affectionate and sociable, although at first he can be a little cautious with strangers. An energetic breed that needs regular movement and constant closeness to the family.
SizeMala
OriginJapan
Life is nearby
Well suited for living in an apartment with daily walks. Likes to be close to people and does not tolerate long loneliness. Prone to barking, so they work on him from puppyhood.
Walks
Moderately high. Daily walks, games and mental tasks. Willingly runs and plays.
Training
Smart and receptive, quickly learns commands. Basic obedience and early socialization are a must. Classes are short, varied, and rewarding.
Care
The thick white coat with a dense undercoat and longer outer coat is combed and combed once a week, bathed and dried regularly. During molting, they are combed more often. Eyes are wiped, ears and teeth are examined.
Children
Kind and sociable, usually gets along well with children. Small children and the dog are not left unattended. Children are taught to behave calmly.
Other animals
Generally friendly, especially during early socialization. Lively nature needs control in games with larger dogs.
Peculiarities of the breed
Estimates help compare breeds. For zooaggression, 5/5 means less tendency to aggression towards dogs. The behavior and health of a particular dog depend on many factors.
Training
Smart and receptive, learns quickly.
Zooaggression
Generally friendly, but needs socialization with larger dogs.
Health and reproductive risks
In the British cohort, the median lifespan of the breed was 13.0 years. The absence of the mentioned risk does not prove the absence of hereditary diseases.
Ease of care
Thick white wool requires regular brushing and bathing.
Health
Breed screening
Pedigree Screening: There is little reliable data on the hereditary diseases of the Japanese Spitz breed, so the results of examinations of both parents should be requested in writing.
Locomotor apparatus
Musculoskeletal apparatus: for the Japanese Spitz breed, the load is selected according to age and condition. Limping, pain or reluctance to move is a reason to consult a veterinarian.
Eyes and heart
During preventive visits, the veterinarian checks the eyes and the heart. The need for individual tests is determined by club recommendations and the dog's age. Do not delay new symptoms, such as blurred vision or shortness of breath, until your next appointment.
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