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"Small Dog Breed Catalog"
Small Dog Breed Catalog: Page 46
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Small German Spitz Dog Breed
The Small German Spitz is the smaller variety of the Great German
Spitz (also known as Gross Spitz). The only difference between the
two is in the size. Aside from that, characteristics and conformation
are the same between the two breeds. The Small German Spitz is a
beautiful, happy, alert, and a very intelligent little dog. He is an
excellent guard and makes a great and loyal companion. He is very
affectionate with his owners and suspicious with strangers. The Small
German Spitz loves to bark, particularly when left alone for too
long. As with all breeds, positive training and socialization is
important and should start from puppy hood.
Size: The Small German Spitz stands approximately 11in at the
shoulder and weighs no more than 7 ' lb.
History and origin: The history of the Small German Spitz is quite
difficult to locate. Prehistoric remains of the breed have been found
all over Asia and the Pacific, while drawings of similar dogs were
found among the remains of the ancient Pharaohs. There are a number
of Spitz varieties, all of which are very similar in character and
type. In the late Sir Richard Glyn's work 'Champion Dogs of the
World,' he made a reference to a white variety of Spitz established in
German Pomerania about 160 years ago which were bred in different
sizes. Some of the smallest sizes with different colors were
introduced to the United Kingdom under the name of Pomeranian which
became well established and was later known as the Small German Spitz.
Feeding: Recommended feeding for the Small German Spitz is 1/3 ' '
can (13.3oz size) of high-quality meat product with biscuit added in
equal amount or 1-1 ' cups of complete dry food.
Exercise: Although the Small German Spitz has the ability to cover
immense areas at speed, he does not require a great deal of exercise
and is ideal for apartment living.
Grooming: The Small German Spitz has a long, dense coat that requires
vigorous daily brushing to keep it in great condition.
Copyright 2006 by Jay Jennings. All rights reserved.
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