Many researchers believe that the ancestors of the first Spitz were brought to Japan from Canada, China, and the United States. Japanese dog breeders significantly improved the qualities of these dogs. In 1948, the first breed standard was published. It was revised in 1987.

There are two main versions of the origin of Japanese Spitzes.

Some believe that their ancestors are Samoyed huskies, and others believe that the formation of the breed mainly involved large German Spitzes.

Japanese Spitzes were first brought to Russia by trainer Nikolai Pavlichenko. Since then, they have become quite popular. However, in their homeland, these dogs are quite rare. They regularly appear at exhibitions, but their breeding has started relatively recently.

Always clean

Of particular interest is the coat of snow-white Japanese Spitzes. It is hard to believe that it really does not get dirty, but it is true. Dirt does not adhere to the coat, so the Spitz only needs a shake and is completely clean.

Training

This breed is very trainable. Dogs are very active, love to run and swim. Sometimes they can even be found as circus performers. In Finland, Japanese Spitzes are considered the most adapted for agility among small breeds. In addition, they learn obedience commands very well.

Character

Japanese Spitzes are very friendly pets. They get along well with other dogs of the same sex and cats.

Spitzes are hard to keep still. The dogs are ready to follow the household everywhere and involve them in their mischievous games. Especially well pets get along with children. If kids do not offend them, Spitzes become ideal playmates.

Pets are very affectionate, so they can not stand to be alone. If the owner goes away for a long time, they can be very homesick and even get sick.

Japanese Spitzes are very wary of strangers. They are ready to bark at the first suspicious action on the part of a stranger to warn the owner in time. That is why Spitzes make excellent watchdogs. With appropriate education, they are the most vigilant and loyal guards.

Japanese Spitzes are perfect pets for families with children or elderly people.

Have fun everywhere

Japanese Spitzes are active, hardy and intelligent indoor dogs. They are characterized by a bold and cheerful character. Spitz owners sometimes feel like they want to be everywhere and always be on top of things. They are quite agile, but do not make a lot of noise like many other small dogs.

Grooming

Despite its lush, snow-white coat, this breed is fairly low-maintenance. They are washed only as needed, and if the pet suddenly gets dirty during walks, it is enough to wait until he dries, and then shake off the dirt with a special brush. Dogs are not sheared even for exhibitions.

In nutrition, Japanese Spitzes are also not demanding. They are enough ordinary specialized feed.