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	Spitz - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Smaller breeds such as the Finnish Spitz and the Lundehund were used in Scandinavia to hunt birds and smaller mammals.
		The largest of all the spitz types, notably the Canadian Eskimo Dog and the Greenland Dog, were used to pull sleds up until the 19th century.
		Other spitz types which have been bred away from working uses are the American Eskimo Dog, the Alaskan Klee Kai, the German Spitz and possibly even the Papillon.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Spitz (702 words)

	Finnish Spitz Suomenpystykorva dogs breeders profiles information uk
		Finnish Spitz are bred in their native country for use as bird dogs, where, in the forests of Finland, their acute senses are utilised to find and alert the huntsman to the presence of his prey (generally the Capercaillie or Wood Grouse).
		The average lifespan for the Finnish Spitz is around 12 years old, but it is by no means unusual for them to live well in to their teens.
		The Finnish Spitz is not generally suited to being a kennel dog and likes nothing better than to be part of the family.
	www.petplanet.co.uk /petplanet/breeds/Finnish_Spitz.htm (990 words)

	American Kennel Club - Finnish Spitz
		The Finnish Spitz whole being shows liveliness, which is especially evident in the eyes, ears and tail.
		The Finnish Spitz is quick and light on his feet, steps out briskly, trots with lively grace, and tends to single-track as the speed increases.
		Note: Finnish Spitz are to be examined on the ground.
	www.akc.org /breeds/finnish_spitz/index.cfm (867 words)

	History of the Breed
		Finnish Spitz are one of the group of small hunting Spitz breeds and as the name implies was first bred selectively in Finland.
		Finnish Spitz are used primarily to hunt a large game-bird called the capercaillie, the numbers of which fluctuate over a period of years, so sometimes there are fewer available for hunting: during these lean years the number of registrations of Finnish Spitz drops quite sharply.
		Finnish Spitz are now very well established in Finland so that nearly 2,000 are registered annually with the Finnish Kennel Club compared with a total of 637 between 1890 and 1930.
	www.corsini.co.uk /cavill/toveri.htm (2566 words)

	Finnish Spitz dogs, Bred by The Walkers and Finkkila's Finnish Spitz
		The Finnish Spitz was, in 1979, a Rare Breed in the U.S. and, as such, could not be exhibited in American Kennel Club (AKC) shows.
		Their Thor was the first of the breed to be exhibited in Mexico and the first Finnish Spitz in the world to be awarded both FCM and FCI championships.
		The Finnish Spitz was approved by the AKC for competing in the Miscellaneous Class beginning 1 April 1984 and for point competition in the Non-Sporting Group beginning 1 January 1988.
	www.finnishspitzdogs.com (932 words)

	Continental Kennel Club - feist, field spaniel, fila brasileiro, finnish hound, finnish lapphund, finnish spitz, ...
		The Finnish Spitz is 16 to 20 inches tall and weighs between 25 and 33 pounds.
		When buying a Finnish Spitz puppy, there are many factors that need to be considered for you and your family, it is also important to keep in mind the requirements of the breed which you are selecting.
		As the buyer of a Finnish Spitz puppy, it is your responsibility to carefully examine the puppy, gather as much information as you can about the sire and dam, and know something about the integrity of the person or business from which you are buying the puppy.
	www.ckcusa.com /f_breeds/m_finnishspitz.htm (512 words)

	Finnish Spitz (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		A native of Finland, the Finnish Spitz has the distinction of being that country's national dog.
		The Finnish Spitz is square in proportions, the length from the forechest to the point of the buttocks being equal to the height, measured from the withers to the ground.
		The Finnish Spitz is active, lively, friendly, eager and faithful.
	www.dog-breed-planet.com /FinnishSpitz.html (161 words)

	Finnish Spitz (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The Finnish Spitz is a bird hunting dog from Finland.
		Finnish Spitz Club of Finland Great site on the Finnish Spitz a little bit of it even in English.
		Finnish Spitz Club of America Many pictures and a lot of information on the Finnish Spitz.
	davidgoforth.com /id134.htm (92 words)

	Finnish Spitz (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The Finnish Spitz is often referred to as the "barking hunting dog" because of its characteristic continuous barking while on track.
		The Finnish Spitz was recognized by the United Kennel Club in 1992.
		The Northern Breeds heritage is evident in the pointed muzzle, small, erect ears, dense coat and curled tail of the Finnish Spitz.
	www.ukcdogs.com /breeds/northernbreeds/finnishspitz.std.shtml (1007 words)

	Lapphunds - Herding on the Web (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The standard for the Swedish Lapphund was approved by the FCI in 1944, and eventually the Finnish Lapphund was recognized as a separate breed.
		Swedish and Finnish breeders were at first hesitate about allowing exports because it was felt the breeds were not yet well enough established, but eventually, as result of close cooperation between prospective American breeders and Finnish breeders, several Finnish Lapphund puppies arrived.
		The Finnish Lapphund is presently recognized in the U.S. by the United Kennel Club and the American Rare Breed Association.
	www.glassportal.com /herding/lapphund.htm (1003 words)

	Finnish Spitz
		The Finnish Spitz was probably brought to Finland by nomadic Asian tribes and is related to the Russian Laika.
		Breeding of the Finnish Spitz began in France in 1968.
		The Finnish Spitz can adapt easily to life as a house dog provided he gets plenty of outdoor exercise and is not left alone for extended periods.
	www.furrycritter.com /resources/dogs/Finnish_Spitz.htm (283 words)

	MrGSD.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The Finnish Spitz is one of the group of small hunting Spitz breeds and as the name implies...
		The Finnish Spitz was recognized as the national dog of Finland early in the 20th century.
		Finnish Spitz dogs are devoted to their families and love frisky play with kids.
	www.mrgsd.com /finnish_spitz.html (3389 words)

	Finnish Spitz Puppies For Sale
		Finnish Spitzes are sensitive and strong minded, but also loyal to their human family.
		The Finnish Spitz double coat should be brush once or twice a week, more when shedding.
		Now the Finnish Spitz is used to hunt grouse and other game birds.
	www.2000dogs.com /finnishspitz.htm (295 words)

	History of the Finnish Spitz (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The Finnish Spitz is a member of the Spitz family, which includes breeds such as: the Siberian Husky, Keeshond, the Pomeranian, and the Samoyed.
		The Finnish Spitz became a pure breed and was primarily used as a companion and a valuable assistant to the hunter.
		Lady Kitty Ritson was one of the people that was instrumental in forming a breed club and it was this lady that coined the nickname for the Finnish Spitz, the "Finkie", by which it is known in several countries by those that love this breed.
	www.barkbytes.com /history/finspt.htm (561 words)

	Finnish Spitz dog breed and breeder information profile - Pets.caBreed Profile (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The Finnish Spitz or Finsk Spets is the national dog of Finland.
		The coat of the Finnish Spitz is a double one, with a short, soft and lighter shade of undercoat and a longer, denser topcoat.
		The Finnish Spitz most certainly deserves its position as the national dog of Finland.
	www.pets.ca /breedprofiles/a/finnishspitz/f2.htm (375 words)

	Finnish Spitz
		The Finnish Spitz is renowned as a hunting dog, and also makes a great companion for family members of all ages, especially children and older adults.
		The Finnish Spitz is a dog that requires much patience and understanding, together with a consistent manner.
		The national dog of Finland, the Finnish Spitz is even mentioned in several Finnish patriotic songs.
	www.dogbreedinfo.com /finnishspitz.htm (587 words)

	Breed Profile: Finnish Spitz
		One clan made its way to the far northern regions among 60,000 lakes-there the Finnish Spitz emerged as a pure breed and an invaluable asset to the hunter.
		As centuries passed and advanced methods of transportation brought diverse populations and their dogs together, the original Finnish Spitz were mated with other breeds, until by 1880 they were nearly extinct.
		The first known Finnish Spitz imported to the United States was in 1959.
	www.sidyboysfoolin.com /FinnishSpitz.html (440 words)

	Finnish Spitz Our Finnish Spitz Cookie Cutter
		Our Finnish Spitz Cookie Cutter can be used to make treats for you or your favorite 4 legged friend, for dog treat recipes go here.
		Finnish Spitz Fanciers would love to recieve any number of crafty things you could make with the Finnish Spitz Cookie Cutters.
		Finnish Spitz Treats for everyone when you put your imagination to work.
	www.dogcookiecutters.com /finnishspitz (104 words)

	The Dog Project
		Finnish Spitz, and their hunting abilities as evaluated in field trials for both breeds.
		Finnish Hound is a scent hound hunting singly, its main game being hare and also fox to some extent.
		Finnish Spitz is a hunting dog breed used mainly for grouse hunting.
	www.animal.helsinki.fi /people/aliinamo/koira.html (1057 words)

	Breeders Directory
		The Breeders Directory is provided by the Finnish Spitz Club of America, Inc. as a service for breeders who are members in good standing and to prospective Finnish Spitz owners.
		The Finnish Spitz is a fairly unknown breed and may not be readily found.
		Should you choose to purchase a Finnish Spitz you should contact a reputable, dedicated breeder who can assist you in finding the appropriate dog that is well-bred, healthy and raised with love.
	www.finnishspitzclub.org /breedersdirectory.html (137 words)

	Finnish Spitz
		Today, the Finnish Spitz is used mainly for treeing grouse, however, he is also used for baying elk/moose, hunting squirrel and other small animals, and sometimes for tolling and retrieving waterfowl.
		A joy to the neat-freak, the Finnish Spitz is spotlessly clean and has no doggy odor.
		To understand the character of the Finnish Spitz, you must understand the mutual dependence between the Finnish hunter and his dog.
	www.ameridogs.com /BreedFinSpitz.htm (366 words)

	Open Directory - Recreation: Pets: Dogs: Breeds: Spitz Group: Finnish Spitz (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Finnish Spitz Breed Standard - Official description of the breed as provided by the American Kennel Club (AKC).
		Finnish Spitz Pictures - Photos of adults and puppies, presented by Yoshi's Kennel.
		Finnish Spitz UK and Ireland - Comprehensive guide to this beautiful breed in the UK and Ireland, including puppies due section, full list of breeders, breed information, forthcoming events and photos.
	dmoz.org /Recreation/Pets/Dogs/Breeds/Spitz_Group/Finnish_Spitz (259 words)

	Karelian Bear Dog (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The generic Spitz gradually evolved into a number of different breeds, each performing some task essential to the survival of man and dog.
		In the late 1930s, the Finnish Kennel Club undertook to restore the breed and it was recognized by FCI in 1945.
		The Finnish Kennel Club has emphasized the importance of maintaining this breed's hunting instincts and courage as well as its smart appearance.
	www.ukcdogs.com /breeds/northernbreeds/karelianbeardog.std.shtml (1489 words)

	Hunting with Finnish Spitz
		The Finnish National breed has been used for centuries to hunt game Capercaillie and Grouse and it is an activity which is practical, for the game is used to feed the family.
		The real Finnish Spitz man in Finland is only really contented alone with his dog in the forest.
		Matti Joenpolvi, Chairman of the Spitz Club of Finland, had offered to take me there, and although all one can do is sit and wait for the dogs to come home I felt it was an occasion not to be missed.
	www.corsini.co.uk /cavill/hunting.htm (1166 words)

	Finnish Spitz
		BRIEF HISTORICAL SUMMARY – The origin of the Finnish Spitz is unknown.
		However, it is known that, hundreds of years ago, dogs of the same type as Finnish Spitz were being used for all game hunting over the whole country.
		The Finnish Spitz was named as the National Dog of Finland in 1979.
	www.ankc.aust.com /finspitz.html (860 words)

	Amazon.com: Finnish Spitz: Specia Rare-Breed Edtion : A Comprehensive Owner's Guide (Kennel Club Dog Breed Series): ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Handsome and sharp as a fox, loyal, lively and entertaining, this is a distinctive pure-bred that was originally bred as a hunter and today is well regarded as a family pet and show dog.
		For an active family and owner on their toes, the Finnish Spitz guarantees to challenge and delight.
		The Finnish Spitz is the national dog of Finland, its ancestors having been brought there from Russia by tribes of Finno-Ugrian peoples around 100 AD.
	www.amazon.com /exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/1593783612?v=glance (606 words)

	Lapponian Herder standard
		At that time the modern Finnish Lapphund and the Lapponian Herder were still recognised as the same breed.
		The Lapponian Herder was separated into its own breed 10.12.1966, as it had been noted that two different reindeer herding breeds existed.
		A herding spitz, medium sized; clearly longer than the height at the withers.
	koti.mbnet.fi /tuulen/stan.htm (523 words)

	Christmas Ornament: Finnish Spitz from Creative Pets
		Made from quality porcelain - the Finnish Spitz Ornament will help make your holiday season special.
		This collectible series has a full color Finnish Spitz picture on both the front and the back side of the ornament.
		The Finnish Spitz Christmas Ornament is approximately 2 1/8 inches wide x 3 3/8 inches tall x 7/8 inches deep.
	creativepets.com /Animal_Den-5429.html (158 words)

	royaltouch1index
		We began showing and raising Finnish Spitz in 1987, our first two girls were imported from Canada, and a male
		Finnish spitz seem to bond better if raised in the home.
		We are on our sixth generation of beautiful show quality Finnish spitz.
	royaltouch1.homestead.com /royaltouch1index.html (226 words)

	The International Web Page of the Norwegian Lundehund
		She is Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish and Danish Show Champion and NORDIC WINNER 1996.
		Helena Koskentalo is a Finnish veterinarian and Lundehund breeder.
		Her book is written in Swedish and is also available as a folder in Finnish.
	members.aol.com /puffindog/apuffin.html (1559 words)

	Dog Owner's GuideProfile: Rare Breeds
		These breeds and their 1999 registrations are: Sussex Spaniel (86); Ibizan Hound (71); Dandie Dinmont Terrier (69); Sealyham Terrier (65); Canaan Dog (61); Finnish Spitz (58); Polish Lowland Sheepdog (54); American Foxhound (49); English Foxhound (40); Harrier (24); and Otterhound (17).
		American Eskimo is a member of the Spitz family and resembles a fox-faced miniature Samoyed.
		Finnish Spitz is a lively dog with a big dog character in a small dog body.
	www.canismajor.com /dog/raredogs.html (3131 words)

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