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German Spitz: learn all about this dog breed!

The German spitz is a dog that has won fans back in Brazil. If you are one of them, be sure to keep reading to learn more about the breed!

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Discover all about the German Spitz breed 

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German Spitz

The German Spitz is a dog that is the face of wealth and the dream of many people. After all, this pet has a royal pose while being very cute! Know more!

This is not only a beautiful dog, but full of personality. With that, he, who was already a fever in Brazil, has regained his place in Brazilian homes in recent years. And this is due to their charisma along with the fact that they require little space.

Since spitz dogs are small to medium-sized, they are perfect for those with little space or who live in an apartment. So they can be the perfect companion. And, know, company they understand!

Among the characteristics of this breed are their passion for tutors. Also, spitz dogs get along very well with children. On the other hand, they are not very fond of strangers. In these cases, they tend to show distrust and only approach when they already think the situation is safe.

And this is a feature that applies to other issues. For example, the German spitz is a dog that tends to get suspicious whenever he thinks something is out of place or wrong. This is part of its nature and the very affection it has for its humans.

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Still, they are pretty smart dogs. They are very curious, in addition to paying close attention to things and details. Despite this, they are quite stubborn. Therefore, do not expect orders to be promptly obeyed.

They tend to show resistance to orders, commands and teachings. However, with training and patience it is possible to have some kind of control over these personality-filled pets!

Now, add all these characteristics that we have listed to the fact that the German spitz is a dog that can be small or large. Still, he looks even charming, often compared to a stuffed animal. The result is breathtaking, isn't it?

That is why more and more people are enchanted by dogs of this breed every day. Enjoy yourself too. For this, continue reading and see other important information about spitz!

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What is the German Spitz puppy?

This little dog is characterized by having a long coat on the body, being shorter on the face, although dense. Also, they can vary in color ranging from caramel, brown, white and black to orange, gold and gray. Therefore, they have many variants.

The German Spitz is small to medium in size and quite easy to recognize. Although its coat is very beautiful, it is difficult to always keep it long. Therefore, many tutors choose to cut it. What happens is that the cut is usually rounded on the face, which gives the pet a teddy bear look.

On the other hand, when they have long fur they look a lot like the character Eevee from Pokemon. Therefore, they are always quite striking, whatever their coat condition.

How much does a German Spitz puppy cost?

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German Spitz

The value of a dog of this breed varies greatly, especially because of the different number of types. After all, they can have 05 types of different sizes (dwarf, small, medium, large and giant). Also, there are a myriad of fur colors.

Therefore, the more different, the greater the value. It will still vary according to region of purchase, dog's pedigree history and breeder. Therefore, it is essential to research carefully before making a purchase. 

The value of a German spitz puppy varies between R$ 2 thousand and R$ 10 thousand.

How big is this breed?

The spitz comes in five different versions: dwarf, small, medium, large and giant. So there is a lot of variation in the average weight and average height of your dogs. After all, they can be small or medium-sized.

The weight of the German spitz varies between 1.9 kg and 20 kg. The lowest weight corresponds to the so-called dwarf specimens, while the highest is for those classified as giant or large spitz. The heights, in the same logic, vary between 18 and 30 centimeters.

How to breed a German Spitz?

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German Spitz

German spitz dogs, whatever their type (size), require some special care. However, they are relatively simple and can be easily put into practice for the well-being of the pet. See what they are:

  • Hair: as it has a very dense and long coat, the German spitz requires daily brushing. Likewise, care must be taken with drying the hair after bathing. Otherwise, there is danger of fungus and dermatitis developing;
  • Exercise: German Spitz dogs are energetic and love to walk. However, due to their size they can develop knee problems, for example. To keep them active and avoid accidents, give preference to walks (they can even be long), but without jumping or running. That is, without impacts;
  • Training: to make it easier for your German Spitz to obey your commands and to facilitate its approach to other people, invest in early socialization and training.

What is the difference between the German Spitz and the Pomeranian?

This is a very common confusion. Incidentally, it is not uncommon for names to be used incorrectly, interchangeably. But how so? First, know, it's not just a case of two names for the same pet. There is, yes, a difference between the German spitz and the Pomeranian.

Every Pomeranian is a German Spitz. However, not every spitz is a squid. In fact, both are variations of the same race. Thus, the lulu is nothing more than the dwarf version of the spitz. Thus, the spitz breed has 05 types: dwarf, small, medium, large and giant.

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