Dogs of the Finnish Spitz breed are native to Finland. The breed was initially taught to hunt a variety of prey, including bears and rodents like squirrels.
Characteristics
A square construction, in which the body length is equal to or slightly shorter than the height from the withers to the ground, is the ideal conformation. From the point of the shoulder or forechest in front of the withers to the rump, the length of the body is calculated. Typically, the backs of women are a little bit longer than those of men. The leg should be slightly longer than the back for both sexes.
Care as a Pet/ In Captivity
Grooming
The coat must be properly maintained. Twice a year, the Finnish Spitz sheds or blows its undercoat. Owners must remove the old undercoat so that the fresh coat can develop properly. Even while a dog may appear fluffy and full, a too thick undercoat could be the root of major skin issues.
Finkies normally don’t need to be trimmed and should only be bathed when necessary. Aside from shedding, this breed requires little maintenance in terms of grooming. The breed standard is fairly strict, so keep that in mind if you intend to show your Finkie. According to the American Kennel Club, a dog’s coat should always remain coloured without any colour changes and should never be cut (apart from the feet).
Feeding
Your Finnish spitz needs to follow a rigorous diet consisting of premium dog food loaded with lean protein. This breed, like many others, is susceptible to gaining weight if given too many treats or let to consume leftover human food. Follow a daily diet of low-fat, high-protein kibble that is suitable for the size and age of your dog.
Between 1 and 8 weeks, spitz should be fed once a day with soft food like bread, milk, bananas, etc. When they are 8 to 12 weeks old, they need 4 little meals every day. 3 meals per day are necessary for infants between 3 and 6 months.
Exercise
The Finnish spitz is still predominantly employed for hunting in its native Finland, although in America, it serves more as a companion dog. Finkies require a lot of exercise (at least an hour total each day) to keep happy and healthy because the breed is designed for lengthy hunts. They thrive in a big house with a fenced yard where they can run around and play for much of the day.
Finkies require at least one 30-minute walk every day in addition to routine romps in the backyard. Additionally, they make excellent running or trekking buddies and will joyfully jog next to a bike or skateboard. Whatever your preferred kind of physical activity, your Finkie will enjoy joining you.
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