Spitz AKC Flashcards
T
35-60
10+
Siberia
- any color; thick, medium length; resistant to extreme cold
- arched neck; powerful, muscular thighs; slightly sloping croup
- foxlike head
- triangular, erect high-set ears
- long bushy tail
- versatile, sociable, high prey drive so careful with other pets, great endurance, like to work, pack animal
- sled dog, sports
E3
G2
T2
S2
AKC
eros
Siberian Husky
T/XT
84-123
12-15
US
- variety, all have white underparts; thick, coarse outer coat over oily, wooly, deep undercoat
- thicker hair around neck; heavily muscular thighs
- black nose; slight furrow between eyes
- erect triangular ears with rounded tips and furry inner surfaces
- furry tail curls up over back
- huge stamina strength tenacity, highly tuned senses of smell and direction, friendly toward people, likes kids but too boisterous to be left alone with small child, high prey drive, males can be aggressive towards strange dogs, easily overheated
- sled dogs
E3
G3
T2
S2
AKC
big ole native floof
Alaskan Malamute
T/XT
40-88
10+
Canada
- any color; thick, has coarse outer hairs; survival of harshest conditions
- deep broad chest; large round arched feet; short straight muscular neck
- powerful jaws
- short hair lines ears
- tail carried up or curled over back
- friendly, pack animal
- sled dog
E3
G2
T3
S2
KC
Canadian Eskimo Dog
T/XT
51-90
10-15
USA
- sandy; medium length
- deep broad chest; strong well muscled legs; oval feet with webbed toes; well defined thigh muscles; ruff of longer hair around neck
- wide slightly arched head
- v shaped ears slightly darker than body
- likes to work and play, good with children, active, gentle natured, fun loving
- sled dog, all around family dog
E3
G2
T1
S3
AKC
spitz lab
Chinook
M
31-35
12-15
Finland
- reddish-brown with sparse black hairs, lighter colored underparts; luxuriant coat
- square strong body
- fox head with narrow muzzle; outer corners of eyes tilt upward
- small pointed ears
- bushy tail
- brisk, jaunty, enjoys family fun, usually patient with children, tendency to bark
- hunting small game, sports
E2
G2
T2
S3
AKC
tall pomeranian; origin in name
Finnish Spitz
M/T
35-66
12+
Russia
- white with silver tipped outer hairs; thick, soft; shedding occurs usually once a year; requires heavy coat maintenance
- ruff of longer denser hair around neck; feathering on back of front legs; muscular broad back
- broad wedge shaped head; typical smiling expression; dark eyes rimmed with black
- erect round tipped ears thickly lined with hair
- long bushy tail carried over back falls to one side
- tough, family dog, enjoys companionship, sociable, easy going, affectionate, desire to be friends with everyone, watchdog instincts, never aggressive, intelligent, spirited
- herding and guarding reindeer, sled hauling
E3
G3
T2
S3
AKC
sassy
Samoyed
M
33-53
12-15
Finland
- any color; long, dense
- thick mane especially in males; feathering on back of front legs; well arched oval feet
- dark brown eyes
- erect ears
- profusely long haired tail
- friendly, loyal, quick to learn, affectionate, faithful, willing to work but also happy as a pet or watchdog
- reindeer herders and guards
E2
G3
T1
S2
AKC
origin in name
Finnish Lapphund
M
44-51
12-15
Norway
- black tipped hairs on outer gray coat; impervious to cold and wet weather
- thick ruff around neck; short compact body
- clearly defined stop; black muzzle
- tightly curled tail carried high
- calm, good with children but may bark at strangers; likes to be outdoors; strong hunting instinct, needs patient training
- tracking game, sled hauling
E2
G2
T2
S2
AKC
origin in name
Norwegian Elkhound
T/XT
71-130
10-12
Japan
- any color, merle not permitted, may have white chest markings extending to legs; harsh outer coat stands away from body
- deep wide chest; well developed muscular hindquarters
- black face mask
- triangular erect ears
- thick bushy tail curls over back
- variable temperament, requires experienced handling, quiet dignity, tends to be domineering with other dogs, may become wayward or aggressive without proper handling at young age
- fighting dog
E3
G1
T2
S1
AKC
kobe
Akita
T/XT
77-120
10-12
Japan
- distinctive red-fawn, white, brindle, sesame; white markings
- thick muscular neck; round feet with thick pads
- relatively small dark brown eyes
- triangular ears with rounded tips
- needs early training, domineering, can be territorial and protective, needs socialization from puppyhood
- thought to originate from hunting dogs
E3
G1
T2
S1
KC
coat referred to as urajiro
Akita Inu
M/T
46-71
8-12
China
- rough coated or smooth coated; red, cream, gold, black, blue; profuse; stands out from body
- small round feet; lighter hair on back of legs
- distinctive stop; unique blue-black tongue
- small thick rounded ears
- tail carried over back
- loyal to owner standoffish to strangers, unique, independent, may be stubborn, needs firm training and socializing
- guarding and hunting, maybe source of meat and fur
E2
G3
T2
S2
AKC
barry and renee
Chow Chow
M
15-24
12-15
Japan
- red, white, black/tan; whitish under markings; coarse hair
- rounded cat feet
- dark keen alert brown eyes
- small triangular ears incline slightly forward
- longer haired tail carried in high curl
- keen, perky, fast moving, strong urge to hunt, bold, lively, happy, can be unreliable with other pets if not socialized early
- hunting, family
E2
G1
T2
S2
AKC
riko
Shiba Inu
S
11-22
12+
Japan
- pure white; profuse, long
- long mane covers neck and shoulders; small round cat feet; strong muscular heavily furred hindquarters
- small round black nose
- small ears carried erect
- sociable, confident, suitable for small homes, bright, energetic, persistent barking can be controlled with training
E2
G3
T2
S3
KC
mini samoyed
Japanese Spitz
M/T
40-71
12+
Germany
- any color; coat should not be all white, liver, or with white patches; harsh textured top coat
- straight strong back; collar of longer hair
- may have dark face mask
- triangular erect ears
- family loving, slightly reserved with strangers, not easily provoked, even tempered, calm, watchful, readily forms close family bonds
- companion
E2
G3
T2
S3
KC
eraser
Eurasier
S
13-18
12+
Belgium
- variety; dense coat
- thickset body; long culottes on back of thighs; distinctive mane and cape around neck and shoulders
- wedge shaped fox like head
- small triangular ears
- tail naturally very short
- sharp, inquisitive, protective, watchful, wary of strangers, lively, likeable, entertaining
- guard barges, hunt rats, companion
E2
G2
T2
S2
AKC
snickerdoodle
Schipperke
M
33-44
12-15
Netherlands
- gray/black/cream; well-defined shoulder markings; long, thick
- long thick ruff around neck; hair forms dense breeches on backs of thighs; shorter cream colored hair on lower legs and feet
- characteristic spectacle markings around eyes
- high set tail curves over back
- nonaggressive, easy to train, affectionate, sociable, intelligent, outgoing, amiable nature, likes people and other pets
- watchdog, companion
E2
G3
T1
S3
AKC
black and gray Pomeranian
Keeshond
M
20-31
12-15
Iceland
- longhaired and shorthaired; tan/white, gray, chocolate brown, black, tan and gray may have black masks; thick, waterproof
- smallish rectangular powerful body
- black pigmented lips; may have markings on face
- erect ears slightly rounded at tip
- typical spitz tail curls over back
- smart, cheerful, vocal, companionable, agile, requires plenty of exercise
- herding livestock
E3
G1
T1
S3
AKC
origin in name
Icelandic Sheepdog
M
13-15
12
Norway
- reddish-brown, white, gray, black; black tips to come of hairs; black and gray may have white markings, white coat has dark markings; dense; sheds heavily
- six toes on each foot
- wedge shaped head; very pronounced stop
- triangular erect ears
- acrobatic, protective, independent, can tilt head back over shoulder and splay forelegs sideways, toes enabled it to reach precarious nests; needs plenty of training and exercise
- puffin hunter
E3
G1
T2
S1
AKC
Norwegian Lundehund
M
26-40
12-15
Norway
- wheaten, black, red; may be wolf-sable and have black mask, ears, and tip to tail; long, thick, harsh topcoat; soft woolly undercoat; sheds heavily twice a year
- longer hair on top of hind leg
- pronounced stop
- triangular erect ears
- tightly curled tail carried over back
- needs energetic outdoor loving owner, eager barker, not for house proud owner
- farm dog, guard against bears and wolves
E3
G2
T2
S3
AKC
origin in name
Norwegian Buhund
XS/S
5-11
14
France/Belgium
- tricolor, black/white, white; white coats may have any color patches except liver; full, soft; needs daily grooming
- elongated hairlike feet
- fine pointed muzzle; fine rounded head
- long fringed butterfly wing ears or drop ears (phalene)
- long plumed tail falls over back
- dainty, delightful, lively, intelligent, love companionship, enjoy play and exercise
-companion
E1
G3
T1
S3
AKC
weird monster flavor
Papillon
XS/S
5-7
12-15
Germany
- any solid color; should be free from black or white or shading; soft, fluffy, thick; not difficult to groom
- abundant frill around neck shoulders and chest; longer hair on hindquarters
- smooth hair on face; foxlike head
- heavily plumed tail carried over back
- affectionate, brave, protective, intelligent, attention seeking, devoted to owner, fast for their size
- companion
E1
G1
T2
S2
AKC
classic yapper
Pomeranian
(XS/S)(S)(M)
(6-10)(10-20)(24-35)
12-13
USA
- white; long, guard hairs form topcoat
- profuse ruff around neck
- round eyes set well apart with black rims; jet-black lips
- triangular erect slightly rounded ears
- ultra bright, obedient, fun loving, enjoys work and play, intelligent, eager to please
- tricks in traveling circuses
E2
G2
T2
S2
AKC
origin in name
American Eskimo Dog
