GENERAL APPEARANCE: Covered with a white coat, the Japanese Spitz has a pointed muzzle, triangular pricked ears, and feathering tail over the back. Its constitution is tough and the whole well balanced. Its harmonious beauty gives spirit and dignity particular to this breed, while expressing elegance.
HAIR: Outer coat is straight and stand-off. Undercoat is short, soft and dense. The foreface, ears, front of forearms and part below hocks are short haired, and the rest covered with abundant long coat, especially from neck to shoulders and forechest, which is covered with beautiful frill. The tail also has long profuse feathering.
TAIL: Set on high, moderately long, carried over back.
SIZE: Height at withers: Dogs 30-38 cm. Bitches slightly smaller than males.
FEET: Cat-feet. Pads thick, and desirably black as well as the nails.
GAIT/MOVEMENT: Quick and active. Agile.
BEHAVIOR /TEMPERAMENT: Intelligent, cheerful, keen in sense.
(As defined by the American Rare Breed Association)
***The Japanese Spitz Club of USA is striving to get AKC recognition for the breed. The Japanese Spitz are currently able to be registered with the United Kennel Club (UKC), the American Rare Breeds Association (ARBA) and the Continental Kennel Club (CKC) here in the US.***
Despite the appearance of the Japanese Spitz’ pure white coat they are in fact a low maintenance breed. They are a very clean dog and do not have a doggy odor, due to the texture of their coat mud and dirt fall off or can be brushed out very easily. Provided they are kept well groomed, they should only require a bath every couple of months (common sense prevailing). The breed has a major coat shed once a year, but like most breeds do lose minimal amounts of coat all year round.*
The Japanese Spitz's coat is relatively dry compared to other breeds. While it is optimum to bathe them once every few months, they should not be bathed more frequently than once every two months, as bathing and shampoo strips the natural oil and moisture from their coat. This can cause skin sensitivity and itchiness. Their coat should be groomed twice a week using a pin brush that reaches to the undercoat, preventing formation of knots. Grooming this breed is relatively easy in contrast to other dog breeds. Their white fur coat has a non-stick texture often described as being similar to Teflon.*
* Wikipedia.
GROOMING
EXERCISE
Japanese Spitz do not require extensive exercise, but daily long walks are essential for general physical and mental health. They enjoy the opportunity to sprint off-lead in a secured area. Playing ball games and throwing frisbees are also forms of exercise favored by the Japanese Spitz. Doing so allows them the pleasure of interacting with the owner.*
* Wikipedia.
October 4, 2008 at 8:10 a.m. - Sami and Ju-Ju had a little too much fun playing outside in the mud. So, I put them in the kitchen in order to let their "Teflon" coats do it's work.
October 4, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. - Sami's & Ju-Ju's "Teflon" coats have dried and pushed off the mud resulting in a much cleaner appearance. I have not bathed, brushed, nor assisted in the cleaning in any way.
TRAINING
Basic obedience training for any dog should be commenced at a young age to provide mental stimulation. The Japanese Spitz is an intelligent breed and will quickly learn what is required of them if consistency is applied. Positive reinforcement of treats and praise will bring out their eagerness to learn and their willingness to please. Harsh handling and strong verbal discipline are unnecessary and may be met with resistance. Socialization at a very early age by introducing the puppy to various people, places, noises, situations and other animals, is essential. An adequately socialized Japanese Spitz puppy will mature into a friendly, confident, well mannered adult.*
* Wikipedia.
(Sami)
(Sami - top) & (Geisha - bottom)
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(Ju-Ju)
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(Sami & Ju-Ju)
(Ju-Ju & Sami)
(Geisha, Sami & Ju-Ju)
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