Is this breed suitable for you?
Q. Are they good with
children?
A. Yes.
Q. Are they suitable to
keep with other pets?
A. Yes, many owners
also have other animals, cats, rabbits etc.
Q. There’s nobody at
home all day, should I go ahead and have a puppy?
A. No, this breed
requires attention and companionship it would be unfair to keep a dog in these
circumstances.
Q. I’ve heard they
can be hard to train is this true?
A. They are more
difficult than many breeds; we therefore suggest new owners attend training
classes.
Details can be found at your veterinary surgery, local library or the
Kennel Club.
Q. Are they very noisy?
A. They are very vocal
and the bark is quite high and sharp,
but with training any unnecessary
barking can be discouraged.
Q. I live in a flat and
have no garden would this be a suitable home for a Finnish Spitz?
A. No. This breed
requires an adequately sized, well-fenced garden to run in as well as
daily walks.
Q. Do they require a
lot of exercise?
A. They will take as
much exercise as you care to give them once fully grown, but require a
minimum of around 40 minutes per day.
Q. Do they need much
grooming?
A. No, just daily
brushing when moulting. No bathing or trimming is required.
We always recommend
that those interested in the breed should visit an experienced breeder or
owner before considering acquiring a puppy.
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