The Japanese Spitz is a popular small breed of dog used as a pet or companion. The breed was developed at the beginning of the last century on the basis of other Spitz-type dogs and is now recognized by all major canine organizations, with the exception of the American Kennel Club.
History of the breed
The Japanese Spitz breed was developed in Japan. Its appearance was the result of crossing a number of some Spitz-type breeds, but there is currently no exact data on its origin. The ancestor was German white spitz, brought to Japan from northeastern China. For the first time, the new breed was presented at a dog show in Tokyo.
Over the course of ten years, the breed was improved by the infusion of blood from various white small Spitz dogs, which were imported from Canada, America, China and Australia. The breed standard was adopted by specialists of the Japanese Kennel Club in 1948. The Japanese Spitz breed gained popularity in Japan in the middle of last year, but a few years later such dogs began to be actively exported to other countries.
The Japanese Spitz was recognized by the English Kennel Club at the end of the last century as part of the custom breeds. The breed was recognized by the Federation Cynologique Internationale in 1964. The Japanese Spitz quickly spread to many countries around the world, including Australia, India and the United States. The breed is not recognized by the American Kennel Club due to its external resemblance to American Eskimo dogs.
Description of the Japanese Spitz
Japanese Spitz are small dogs, harmonious and elegant, almost square in size. Representatives of this breed have a very thick, pure white coat and abundant undercoat. The wool forms a beautiful and fluffy collar in the neck area. Shorter hair is located in the muzzle, ears and on the front of the limbs.
The muzzle of the representatives of the breed is pointed, and the small triangular ears are distinguished by a vertical set. The dog has a pronounced stop. The tail is quite long, covered with thick hair, raised on the back. White coat has a contrast with black pads on the paws, lining of the lips, nose and claws. The breed is characterized by medium-sized dark almond-shaped, slightly slanted eyes, outlined by black eyelids and white eyelashes.
Breed standards
In accordance with the standards established today, purebred Japanese Spitz have:
- head with a moderately wide and rounded skull;
- a clearly visible transition from the forehead to the muzzle;
- pointed muzzle with a small nose;
- tightly fitting, preferably black lips;
- medium in size dark eyes almond-shaped, set slightly obliquely;
- black edging of eyelids;
- small, triangular in shape and high-set ears, which are held in a vertical position with the ends forward;
- strong body;
- muscular neck and clearly visible withers;
- wide and quite deep chest with convex ribs;
- straight and short back with a wide lower back;
- tucked belly;
- muscular limbs;
- round paws with thick pads;
- high-set, medium-length tail curled into a ring;
- straight and vertically raised hair;
- soft and thick undercoat;
- white and strong teeth with a scissor bite;
- shoulders with a well-defined slope, straight forearms and elbows pressed to the body;
- muscular hind limbs with hock joints located at a fairly moderate angle.
The ratio of the height of the animal at the withers to total length torso is 10:11. The dog's head is proportional to the body, of moderate width and rounded shape, with a moderately developed forehead and a cranial part widening towards the back of the head. The Japanese Spitz is characterized by very fast and active movements. The height of a male dog at the withers is 30-38 cm, and adult females are slightly smaller.
Dog character
Active, sympathetic to people and very playful, the Japanese Spitz is known for its courage and boundless devotion. Such a dog may well be an excellent watchdog and an ideal companion for an elderly person or small children. Japanese Spitz dogs, with their very loud barking, are able to warn of the arrival of a stranger, but excessive noise is not allowed by current standards.
By their temperament, all Japanese Spitz are primarily very friendly companion dogs that need close contact with people and increased attention. The small-sized dog is active, loves walks, is very playful, but obedient, and loyal to children of any age.
Lifespan
The Japanese Spitz is one of the longest-living and naturally healthy breeds. The average life expectancy of a small decorative dog, subject to the rules of care and maintenance, is approximately twelve years.
All Japanese Spitz tolerate cold weather well, but are classified as companion dogs, so they prefer to live at home. However, it is advisable to give such a dog the opportunity to roam freely without a leash. Maintaining and caring for representatives of the breed, as a rule, does not cause any difficulties even for beginners or inexperienced dog breeders.
Care and hygiene
The coat of the Japanese Spitz does not have a characteristic dog odor, so it requires minimal and simple care. Even despite the long and fairly dense coat with a thick undercoat, representatives of this breed are very clean. The structure of the coat does not allow such a pet to get very dirty, and standard care involves the use of dry shampoo. Frequent water treatments are highly discouraged.
The Japanese Spitz should be combed regularly using a metal brush or a wide-toothed slicker brush. A dog of this breed does not need a haircut, and the coat should have a natural length. It is recommended to brush the coat twice a week to prevent the formation of tangles.
This is interesting! Representatives of the breed are not too fond of all kinds of hygiene procedures, therefore, the Japanese Spitz should be taught to carry out such activities from a very early age.
Teeth are brushed once a week with special dog powders or pastes. Ears and eyes should be regularly cleaned of dirt and accumulated secretions. The claws are trimmed with special nail clippers as they grow.
Diet
Independent organization of the correct rational nutrition Japanese Spitz of different ages– the event is quite simple, but requires compliance with several simple rules, including feeding frequency:
- from one to three months– five or six meals a day;
- from four months to six months - four meals a day;
- from six months to ten months - three meals a day;
- from ten months - twice a day feeding regimen.
The dog should absolutely not be fed between main meals. It should be remembered that Spitz dogs have a tendency to gain weight. excess weight, and it is for this reason that it is very important to prevent overeating in such a pet. The dog must always have access to clean and fresh water, especially if pet eats ready-made dry rations.
When choosing dry food, you should pay attention to the ingredients used in production:
- 25% of the feed or more are meat components and by-products;
- 30% – cereals and vegetables, greens;
- presence of herbal extracts, vegetable oils, vitamins, as well as micro- and macroelements.
A natural diet should include beef without fatty streaks, raw or scalded with boiling water, boiled chicken and offal, fillet sea fish boneless, rice and buckwheat porridge. Natural nutrition should be supplemented with vegetables in the form of carrots, zucchini and pumpkin, cucumbers or broccoli. Boiled eggs or an omelet are given a couple of times a week.
List prohibited Products for Japanese Spitz:
- spicy and salty foods;
- smoked meats, seasonings and spices;
- fish bones;
- bird tubular bones;
- raw, not pre-frozen meat;
- pork in any form;
- fatty meat trimmings;
- raw chicken eggs;
- raw and river fish;
- fruits and berries with seeds;
- chocolate, candies, sweets and caffeine;
- carbonated and alcoholic drinks;
- salt;
- mushrooms and nuts;
- onions and garlic;
- citrus fruits, grapes and raisins;
- avocado;
- sorrel and rhubarb;
- fried foods;
- bread and flour products;
- legumes;
- potatoes;
- celery.
IN moderate amount dogs can be given cheese and milk, . Dry diets designed for miniature breeds are best suited for feeding the Japanese Spitz. Class or grade food uses ingredients of the highest quality.
Diseases and breed defects
The Japanese Spitz is a naturally healthy breed with no significant genetic problems. Breed defects and disqualifying signs are presented:
- snack or undershot;
- strongly curled tail or double curl;
- noisy and cowardly;
- erect, hanging ears;
- aggressiveness;
- color disturbances.
This is interesting! Dogs of the Japanese Spitz breed are distinguished by extremely good and good health, therefore such an animal is not prone to viral or genetic diseases.
The main health threat is dislocation kneecap, a condition in which movement of the joint occurs. Also, purebred representatives of this breed may experience lacrimation, which is a consequence of insufficient size of the tear ducts. Some Japanese Spitz suffer from stress or... In old age, Spitz dogs can develop oncological diseases against the background of natural hormonal imbalances.
Education and training
Destructive behavior, howling and barking in the absence of the owner, cowardice and the dog relieving itself in in the wrong place corrected by training and raising a four-legged pet. Recommended commands to learn:
- “Next” – a calm movement of the dog next to its owner with a seat during stops, a change in pace or direction of movement;
- “To me” – the return of the dog to the owner at his first request;
- “Wait” – the dog waits for its owner at a certain place for a long time;
- “Fu” - the animal’s indifferent attitude towards treats scattered on the ground;
- “No” – stop performing unwanted actions;
- “Sit”, “Stand” and “Lie down” - a set of commands performed when given by gestures or voice;
- “Place” – returning the pet to its place;
- “Quiet” - stopping the dog barking at the first request of the owner.
This is interesting! According to experts, the Japanese Spitz definitely needs training, since this breed is deservedly called “ big dog in a small body."
Any other commands are learned by the dog at the request of the owner, and full list educational activities suggested by the instructor during the preparation of the training program pet. Smart and obedient, the Japanese Spitz is easy to train and often takes part in flyball and agility competitions.
The Japanese Spitz is a friendly and cheerful decorative dog with a pleasant character, bright appearance and extraordinary intelligence. A relatively young breed originally from the country rising sun Over the course of half a century, she managed to acquire her own fan club not only in her homeland, but also on other continents.
The breed appeared at the beginning of the twentieth century. It would seem not so long ago, but there is no exact information about who its founder was. According to one version, Japanese Spitz were bred from Siberian huskies and. The history of the breed, described in the standard, says that the ancestor of the breed was white, imported from China. Japanese breeders first showed a new breed called the Japanese Spitz (日本スピッツ, Nihon Supittsu) in 1921 at an exhibition in Tokyo. Until 1936, active work was underway to improve the desired qualities through interbreeding, mainly white Spitz-type dogs imported from Canada, Australia and the USA.
In Japan, the breed and standard were officially recognized in 1948, after which snow-white Spitz dogs became very popular in their homeland. Later they began to be exported to European countries and America. The English Kennel Club adopted the Japanese Spitz breed in 1977, and the FCI (Federation Cynologique Internationale) published a standard in 1964. The American Kennel Club never recognized the Spitz because of great similarity American in appearance American dog, although some US associations still registered the breed.
Video review about the Japanese Spitz dog breed (interview with the breeder):
White Spitz were the first to come to Russia thanks to the outstanding circus trainer Nikolai Pavlenko in 1994. Initially, the People's Artist of Russia and State Prize laureate did not intend to engage in serious breeding work; he needed the dogs for a new act, but fate turned out differently and today Pavlenko is one of the most famous breeders of Japanese Spitz.
Appearance and standards
Japanese Spitz have a sharp, fox-like face with black button eyes, a round nose and a sweet smile that stand out against the background of their fluffy snow-white fur. Very beautiful and elegant dogs with the correct strong physique. They are small in size, but not quite dwarf: average height– 32-38 cm, weight – 6-9 kg. Sexual dimorphism is well expressed, males differ large sizes and a thicker, longer coat.
Head and muzzle
The dimensions of the head are proportional to the body. The skull is moderately wide, with a rounded forehead. The stop is clearly visible. The muzzle is pointed, wedge-shaped. The nose is black and small. The bite is correct, scissor-shaped. Lips fit tightly, dry, well pigmented. The eyes are almond-shaped, medium in size, set at a slight angle, dark in color. Eyelids black. Ears triangular shape, small. Set high, carried upright and tips pointing forward
Frame
The physique is strong, square in shape. The chest is wide and quite deep. The ribs are slightly convex. The back is short and straight. The stomach is tucked. The tail lies on the back, curled into a ring, set high and of medium length. The limbs are strong, muscular, of normal length in proportion to the body, but seem somewhat shorter due to the thick fur. The paws are rounded, the toes are collected. Thick pads, like the claws, are black. The movements are active and confident.
Coat and colors
The coat is formed by straight, moderately hard outer coat, which does not lie tightly on the body, and a thick, short, soft undercoat, quite dense. The fur is shorter on the ears, muzzle, and lower limbs. In other areas it is longer. Abundant feathering covers the neck, shoulders and chest, and the tail forms an abundant fringe. The color is solid white with white undercoat.
Character and psychological portrait
The character of the Japanese Spitz is pleasant in all respects. This is a brave, cheerful, friendly and charming dog. Like other decorative breeds, it is very attached to the family, must always take part in business and is in the center of events, and has a hard time experiencing separation and long loneliness.
Spitz are obedient, smart and neat, moderately playful, active and curious. As a rule, they do not conflict with other animals; only in some cases they may show jealousy. At proper education, attention from the owner, do not spoil things and do not chew furniture. They are usually wary of strangers, but rarely show aggression. Spitz are famous for their loyalty and courage, they excellent companions, faithful companions and vigilant watchmen who will give a ringing voice only when necessary.
The beauty of this breed is that it is suitable for absolutely any family, with or without children, single people and the elderly. For everyone, a Spitz will become a companion, true friend and an understanding interlocutor.
Education and training
Raising and teaching basic commands is the basis even for decorative breeds. In the case of Spitz dogs, problems usually do not arise. As dogs grow older, they remember house rules, adapt to the rhythm of family life and begin to understand the owner from a word or glance. Rudeness and especially application physical strength there should not be any in the process of education. Having heard a stern tone, the puppy will draw the necessary conclusions, and correct actions should receive a treat or praise.
Spitz dogs easily learn various commands and tricks, and they like to bring joy. If the owner has the time and desire, the dog will gladly support the idea of doing agility or freestyle.
Japanese Spitz performing at a freestyle show (dancing with dogs):
The Japanese Spitz will feel equally good in a small apartment and a private house, the main thing is that it is close to a person. Playful and lively on the street, at home the Spitz behaves quietly and unobtrusively. It is distinguished by cleanliness and neatness despite its small size, so it rarely causes trouble. It is worth noting that thick hair sheds and remains on things and furniture, but if you brush your dog regularly, its amount can be reduced to an unnoticeable minimum. Sometimes owners teach their pets to go to the toilet using hygienic diapers, but this does not exclude the need for regular walks outside.
Physical activity should be moderate. The best option There will be a double walk, which at least once a day needs to be varied with games. If possible, you should let your dog run without a leash. Spitz will be happy to join you in hiking and will never refuse a trip to the country or to nature.
Care
The Japanese Spitz requires regular care using special tools and cosmetics. Grooming includes brushing, bathing, trimming, eye, ear and oral hygiene, and nail trimming.
Comb your Spitz with a long massage brush, preferably metal teeth. During the molting period, slicker brushes are also used. They bathe the dog about once a month. Washing begins with moisturizing and using a suitable shampoo for long-haired white breeds. Moisturizing balms and conditioners are then applied to prevent tangling. Spitz hair is not prone to matting, except in a few areas: behind the ears, in the groin, under the armpits.
Complex regular haircuts are not provided for the breed; the coat must remain natural, but owners still resort to hygienic treatment of the areas in the anus and genitals, and also trim the hair between the toes. Before the exhibition, a light haircut helps highlight the shape of the ears and the beauty of the fringe.
In many reviews from owners you can find that they don’t like Spitz various procedures care for appearance, in particular hygiene, so it is very important to accustom the puppy to them from an early age.
Spitz eyes require special attention. IN early age, up to 6-12 months, babies experience profuse lacrimation, which is why the fur in the corners of the eyes takes on a reddish-brown tint. At a more mature age, in the absence of problems with the eyes, it is much easier to keep the fur on the face white. For this purpose, special bleaching agents are used. cosmetical tools and of course they monitor the health of the pet’s eyes. The ears are regularly inspected and cleaned as necessary to remove accumulated wax. The claws are trimmed every 3-4 weeks to the optimal length. It is also advisable to accustom your dog to a toothbrush. Tartar prevention will also protect animal owners from unnecessary stress, anesthesia and ultrasonic cleaning in the veterinarian's office.
Diet
Most Spitz breeders recommend feeding Japanese Spitz super-premium or holistic class, which are selected taking into account age, physiological condition and taste preferences dogs. The fact that the diet is chosen correctly indicates wellness and great appearance.
If desired, you can choose a natural diet. Its basis should be meat and offal (approximately 20-25 g per 1 kg of weight); The menu is complemented with grains (buckwheat, rice). Vegetables, at least in small quantities, should be present in the diet daily. Twice a week the meat is replaced with fillets of lean sea fish, boiled or raw. quail egg, as well as fermented milk products.
Regardless of the type of food, always free access There must be clean drinking water.
Health and life expectancy
In general, the breed is considered prosperous. Hereditary diseases Not much is released. The main ones: a tendency to epilepsy and luxation of the kneecap (carrier status is now easily determined by genetic tests). Unlike many other snow-white breeds, Japanese cats rarely suffer from allergies or congenital deafness. At proper care and well-kept dogs can live 14-15 years or more.
Choosing a puppy and price of a Japanese Spitz
When choosing a Japanese Spitz puppy, you should decide in advance on the gender and think about what class of puppy to buy. Will it be a pet for the soul, not involved in breeding, or the dog will have to become a winner of exhibitions in the future. The price of the Japanese Spitz will depend on this.
a brief description of
- Other names: Japanese Spitz, 日本スピッツ, Nihon Supittsu, Nihon Supittsu, silent Asian Spitz, Japanese.
- Height: up to 40 cm.
- Weight: from 7.0 to 10.0 kg.
- Color: exclusively white.
- Wool: fluffy, silky, medium length, soft, dense, short down.
- Lifespan: up to 13-15 years old.
- Advantages of the breed: Very friendly and cheerful animals. Absolutely conflict-free, they are perceived by children as living toys. Dogs practically do not speak, have no smell and are famous for their cleanliness.
- Difficulties: Spitz dogs are extremely wary of strangers, but only severe fear can force the dog to bark. These are monogamous people who find it extremely difficult to cope with separation from their owner. Abandoned animals practically do not survive.
- Price: $2000.
Origin story
According to one hypothesis, miniature Japanese Spitz owe their origin to Siberian Samoyed Laika. were brought to Japan at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. In some litters, the size of the puppies was so small, but they looked so beautiful, that Japanese dog handlers began to select small representatives of the breed, raise and breed them in such a way as to obtain a miniature copy of the Siberian Samoyed.
The experiments were successful, and in 1921 were presented to the canine community snow white dwarf spitz, reminiscent appearance their supposed ancestors. The European contingent liked the breed, and the price for Japanese Spitz puppies began to rise steadily. Demand creates supply, and small snow-white fluffies began to appear in Finland, Sweden, France and even Australia.
Having received in 1930 recognition The entire world canine community, with the exception of the American Club, approved the first standard for the Japanese Spitz breed. But in difficult period During World War II, the popularity of the breed faded away. They stopped being interested in dogs even in Europe, and in Japan even before today Japanese Dwarf Spitz is rarely in demand. It was only in 1992 that the breed standard was updated and adopted by the FCI World Association.
Purpose of the breed
Dogs originally bred as an ornamental breed. Japanese Spitz – typical representative indoor breeds dogs. In their homeland, dogs are used as companions, and are also raised, accustomed to circus activities. In our country, there are still very few representatives of this breed, and they are often confused with Samoyed huskies.
Character
Dogs They have a cheerful, friendly disposition. These resilient animals are literally infectious with their temperament. Being completely confident in their superiority, animals They simply cannot imagine themselves outside of human attention. They bestow their selfless friendship on everyone who communicates with them.
Video review of the Japanese Spitz breed
About the quietest dog in the world, the Japanese Spitz, video from the TEST.TV program. Here you will learn about the character and what dogs eat, how strong their health is and what wisdom can be taught to an animal by simple upbringing:
Choosing a puppy
Purchasing a little beast comes down to finding a nursery. It is strictly not recommended to purchase a purebred puppy at a poultry market or at a crossing. Well, this is not the breed to stand with a baby at a crossroads and offer it, like a kitten, to the first person you meet.
When choosing a puppy need to see all the babies of the litter, and especially parents, to have an idea of the parameters and external characteristics an adult and already my own dog. All puppies of the litter must be active, curious, daring and very nimble, but not loud. Yes, they can pick on each other in play, but the breed is one of the most silent varieties.
Particular attention should be paid to the puppy's eyes, since this is the most " weak link» breeds. And also on the puppy’s belly. It should be dense, but not hard and without signs of swelling, which can indicate rachitic manifestations or the presence. 
For a puppy purchased from a kennel dowry is due:
- veterinary passport;
- birth certificate – puppy;
- photocopies of the litter's parents' pedigrees;
- photocopies of health certificates of the father, mother and, possibly, the puppy itself;
- the breeder's recommendations on raising the baby;
- a favorite toy so that the puppy quickly adapts to the new place.
Nicknames and names
From the kennel, the puppy moves to new owners with an official nickname. But most people rename their pet in their own way, giving the baby a pet name. Little fluffy balls choose names that suit their characters. But do not forget that the dog will grow a little, and the nickname given to the baby may sound ridiculous.
The most popular names for Japanese Spitz:
- Boys– Zon, Dillon, Yoho, Exy, Clyde, Bach, Arcee, Mio.
- Girls– Bretta, Yola, Maya, Bonnie, Aldrey, Fifa.
Dog can adapt to almost any type of content, including accommodation in an enclosure. But for a typical indoor dog, it will be not so much physically, but psychologically difficult to be in an enclosure alone, since the Japanese have a sociable character.
The pride of the Japanese Spitz is magnificent snow-white wool. The cover has self-cleaning properties. Even if the wool gets dirty in an oily substance, it will clean itself after two or three days, thanks to its unique structure. That's why wash often pet strongly Not recommended. Moreover, the Japanese have no smell at all.
The Japanese Spitz should be brushed regularly, especially during the moulting period. Twice a year, dogs are brushed daily. The rest of the time - two or three times a week, but at least three times a month.
Young puppies are diligently trained to go to the toilet. Since puppies and even adults are not particularly good at obedience, the process takes some time. Teaching a dog to recover during a walk and go to the toilet at an older age is much faster.
Health and heredity
Nature rewarded Japanese Spitz excellent health and strong immunity. The only drawback is considered eye sensitivity dogs. They need to be closely monitored and washed regularly with ophthalmic agents.
The dental system is strong. Plaque on the teeth practically does not form, but this does not exempt owners from visiting veterinary clinic V for preventive purposes. Dog ears once a week. They also monitor the length of the claws and, if necessary, trim them either independently or with the help of a veterinarian.
Despite the fact that the Japanese Spitz is considered a decorative breed, dogs seasonal treatments required from blood-sucking insects. Mosquitoes can cause a lot of trouble as carriers of dangerous blood diseases, not to mention those that transmit serious infectious diseases.
Preventive examinations can be timed to coincide with the annual dogs. Before vaccinations, it is advisable to measure communication and education. You need to immediately show your pet the place where he will rest and provide him with toys. Due to its restless, playful and at the same time quite stubborn nature, you need to constantly communicate with the puppy through play.
Japanese very susceptible to insults. Indoor dogs do not require serious training, but it is still necessary to teach a small dog the basic commands, at least so that over time the dog does not simply “sit on its head.”
All classes are conducted with the use of treats. But you shouldn’t be zealous, because Spitz-like prone to rapid weight gain. Excessive obesity leads to major health problems. Therefore, all the goodies eaten are added to daily diet, and the amount eaten “in class” is removed from the daily ration.
Advantages and disadvantages
Dogs have high self-esteem. These are very proud and easily wounded animals. They tend to be offended, but due to their cheerful disposition, dogs very easy-going. For some reason they are considered good watchdogs, but the dogs practically do not speak. It is possible that the opinion was formed as a result of the fact that the Spitz is extremely distrustful and suspicious of strangers. He will never answer a call if the person is unfamiliar to him.
With children the situation is different. Dogs love children, both their own and those of others.. Sometimes a dog can be impudent to the point of indecency. But all character traits are associated not so much with upbringing as with the individual characteristics of the animal.
The Japanese Spitz is smiling, snow-white and affectionate, funny, cheerful and cheerful - it is difficult to describe them in a few words. Outwardly, they resemble a northern bear from a Soviet cartoon, the same black eyes full of surprise and a wet black nose, and white color wool, as well as optimism and courage.
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The Japanese Spitz originated from crossing with the Siberian Laika and the first specimen of this dog breed appeared in 1921 at an exhibition in Tokyo, and in the post-war period it was registered by the Kennel Club miniature breed, it was 1948. 
The Japanese Spitz breed is quite young. But, despite this, it is ideally built, accustomed to difficult living conditions, and all this is the merit of eastern breeders. Currently underway active work to improve the gentleness of character towards strangers, most likely this is the only drawback of dogs.
The first dwarf "Japanese Spitz" is known by the nickname Hakuryo, he is the rightful discoverer and officially registered white dog of this breed. After the establishment of the breed by the Japanese Kennel Club, American clubs also began to establish standard parameters for the breed, but they have not yet been fully developed. 
In Russia and nearby countries, the Japanese Spitz dog breed appeared quite recently - in 1994, when it took part in Pavlov’s circus performance, showing extraordinary training abilities and acrobat skills. This is an indicator that Spitz dogs can and should be trained.
The Japanese Spitz is still very rare breed V European countries, therefore the cost of Spitz is quite high. The Japanese would be happy to settle in every family where they love to care for and value dogs; they idealize their owner all their lives, and at the same time they themselves are ideal for them. 
How to choose a puppy, features of the breed
Before you decide to take the step of getting yourself a white bundle of happiness, you need to make sure whether you are ready to take care of him, monitor his health and visit a veterinary clinic. If your desire does not disappear after, for example, six months, it’s time to study the literature on caring for Spitz dogs and study the Internet description of these dogs. Are you still full of desire to have a snow-white pet, then go ahead!
While in the kennel, take a closer look and find contact with the animal; the puppy should not be very quiet and, on the contrary, bark very loudly and endlessly. This is a defect and disadvantage of the breed.
A physically developed Japanese Spitz should be moderately friendly; touch its belly - it must be soft. The lips should be outlined in black and not sag on either side, and there should be a healthy shine in the eyes. 
If they offer you red colored dogs, don’t be fooled, they don’t come like that, it means this breed is crossed, and it’s an inferior Japanese Spitz, or maybe they’re trying to sell you pomeranian or another breed, be careful.
The height from the withers in adult dogs can reach up to 38 cm, and weight up to 10 kg. Take an interest in the features of the content, documents that specify the description, find out how to properly train a puppy.
Description of Japanese Spitz breed standards:
- White fur all over the body;
- Long coat and undercoat;
- The eyes are pronounced, almond-shaped, and the nose is black;
- The tail is fluffy, laid over the back;
- Paws are strong, muscular body;
- The head is round, the nose is pointed.
Caring for a Japanese Spitz
Often people are afraid to get Japanese cats because of the difficulties in grooming, but in vain, there is a lot of evidence that their fur is special, it’s hard to believe, but it hardly gets dirty, its “laminated” coat repels dirt and debris, and its special The structure of the hairs prevents them from tangling into clumps. The snow-white color will remain even after contamination, when the dirt simply falls off. 
Dog grooming includes:
- Combing several times a week with a special brush;
- It is advisable to bathe less frequently, only in case of severe contamination;
- Combing off dried dirt, wiping with a damp towel;
- Taking vitamins to keep your coat shiny.
The dog is an excellent learner, so it will go to the litter box even in the absence of the owner. This does not mean that walks can be ignored; the Spitz is full of energy, which he needs to splash out just as much as he needs to breathe.
Long walks are tiring, but you need to walk as much as is necessary for each individual. You can train a dog with various items purchased in a store, but commands must be given strictly and without unnecessary words.
Dogs are capable of mastering agility and other sports; it is advisable to train them for 15 minutes every day.
Brushing your teeth is necessary daily, since Japanese Spitz dogs don’t really like having their mouths picked at, so you need to get them used to it puppyhood. You need to brush your teeth with a special paste and brush for dogs, otherwise fluoride-containing toothpastes can poison the animal.
If your dog is not giving in, take him to a veterinarian for a checkup. Trimming the nails is also necessary; it allows the dog to get rid of germs.
In nutrition, you need to stick to the golden mean - there should be an equal amount of everything, including meat, fiber (vegetables), and cereals. It is preferable to cook from cereals rice porridge or buckwheat.
You can mix the ingredients, but giving the same meat or vegetables the same is not recommended by veterinarians and experienced dog breeders. 
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