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What is the breed for?

There is confirmation that the mini Spitz appeared during the Middle Ages. At that time, dogs of this breed lived in Europe and Asia. Miniature pets were popular among the nobility. Even members of royal families adopted dwarf dogs.

Mini Spitz

The Micro Spitz, familiar to everyone today, appeared in Germany. It was there that the dog was most popular and then spread throughout the world.

Queen Victoria, who ruled Great Britain and Ireland in the 19th century, almost never parted with her pet. Under her, dogs became famous not only in Pomerania, regions in Germany and Poland, but also in other countries. But it is to this region that the breed owes its name.

Dogs were famous as pets, capable of accompanying their owners everywhere and delighting with their playful character. Now there are several varieties of mini Spitz, namely the bear one, which resembles a fox and the “toy” one, characterized by a flat muzzle and wide-set eyes. Animals vary in color, from super white to chocolate and black.

Variety of "toys"

This is interesting! Some people are so ignorant of breeds and their names that they come up with completely impossible names. For example, people often search on the Internet for a dog with a microsyringe, and the authors of such a request are not confused by anything.

Where to buy a Spitz in Moscow? The multi-breed club "Superminiki" will help you choose a puppy.

Let's figure out how communication with pets affects a person's health and well-being. Definitely positive. The mutual affection between the dog and the owner makes you forget about your loneliness - really, how can you think about this when you are never alone and, moreover, you have a wonderful interlocutor? After all, according to Jerome K Jerome, “dogs never talk about themselves, but they listen carefully when you talk about yourself, and do it as if this topic interests them very much.” Owners prefer to share their feelings and experiences with with their dogs, and not with people, even loved ones; Dogs help relieve stress and calm you down.

• One of the most popular breeds is the Spitz, a real antidepressant, with a cheerful and carefree character.
• The bear-type Pomeranian is the most common and beloved subspecies. It is distinguished by stronger bones, a shortened full nose, small ears, woolly legs and a miniature size.
• In documents it is written as a miniature Spitz (German), and breeders also call it a dwarf or mini Spitz.
• If we study the history of the breed, we will see that the ancient Spitz were much larger than modern ones, weighed 15-30 kg and were used as sled dogs. Nurseries first began to reduce size in Germany, in the province of Pomerania, which gave the name to the Pomeranian Spitz.

However, the popularity of the Pomeranians was brought by Queen Victoria of England. Being a native of Pomerania, she was very fond of decorative dogs and wanted to buy dwarf Spitz puppies for her kennel. Interestingly, the first breeders of Foggy Albion were exclusively women. Next, these handsome guys set off to conquer America. An exhibition was held there, at which the Pomeranians performed for the first time in a separate class. Selection began with only three colors - black, white and cream. And now we see different options on sale - white, paticolor, merle, red, sable have been added to the above. They are all undoubtedly beautiful and sometimes it is very difficult for the future owner to make a choice.

If you want to buy a mini Pomeranian-type Spitz in Moscow, please contact our club.

Key Features

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The little Spitz, also known as the Pomeranian, has a fiery temperament and constant activity. He has a thick and fluffy coat that requires constant care. The puppy should not be thin and lethargic. This must be taken into account when choosing a pet.

Note! Boys have a wayward character; they are more cocky and noisy than girls.

Dimensions, weight of boy and girl

When babies are born, their weight is about 100 grams. Animals are actively growing up to 9 months, then the growth is reduced. So, after 8-9 weeks they weigh from 500 to 800 grams, depending on the data at birth.

It is known that the smallest Spitz weighed only 300 grams at 5 months, and his height was 7 centimeters.

The weight of an adult dog depends on gender:

• boys usually gain up to 2-3 kilograms;
• girls - up to 1.5-2.3 kilograms.

Their height also varies slightly. If the height at the withers of boys is about 22 centimeters, then girls are a couple of centimeters lower.

The Mini Pomeranian is characterized by a square body. Therefore, the length of the body coincides with the height. This ratio must be fulfilled. If the length of the dog does not correspond to its height, you should consult a veterinarian for advice.

Important! Minor deviations from the norm in weight are allowed. Problems with proportions should alert you.

Animals usually stop changing by the age of 6 months. After this, the dog continues to gain weight, but does not grow. It is finally formed by 2-3 years, then the mini Spitz is considered an adult.

Standard Breed Characteristics

Due to the great popularity of the Spitz breed, there are many people who want to get such dogs. However, there are some nuances here - to be sure of acquiring a purebred dog, you should accurately imagine what this breed looks like. The classic Pomeranian has the following characteristics:

• weight – 1.4-3.2 kg;
• build – harmonious, compact, strong;
• the wedge-shaped head is proportional to the body;
• the eyes are cunning “foxy”, sparkling, dark in color, medium in size, set not too wide and at the same time not too close to each other;
• ears are small, erect, set high, but not very wide;
• skull – slightly convex;
• the muzzle is thin, with a sharp transition between it and the forehead area;
• lips and nose – black or matching color;
• neck – short, set high, smoothly blending into the withers, with a straight top line;
• the shoulder blades of the forelimbs are set obliquely, which actually determines the proudly raised neck;
• the body is strong, equipped with convex and rounded ribs;
• the chest is quite deep, but not too wide;
• tail – set high, close to the back;
• forelimbs – medium in length, straight and parallel to each other;
• Hind legs – set perpendicular to the ground, metatarsals facing parallel to each other, hocks not turned out.

Knowledge of the standard and compliance with it may be relevant in the case when an animal is taken for the purpose of further breeding or for exhibition. Just one photo of the smallest Spitz is worth a lot!

Character and habits

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Miniature Spitz - description of the breed in relation to the pet's character:

• has a fighting character and is ready to stand up for himself and his owner;
• boldly enters into a fight if something is not to his liking, tries to control what is happening;
• with proper upbringing and regular training, it obeys its owner, but without attention it can grow into an aggressive individual;
• It is famous for its loud, ringing voice - the Spitz is capable of waking up the entire neighborhood with its barking.

Barking Spitz

Maintenance and care

In order for a dwarf Spitz to have a well-groomed appearance, owners must devote a lot of time to caring for its coat. However, this statement is not always true. The Mini Spitz requires care that is not much more difficult than other long-haired dog breeds. Due to the elasticity of the animals' fur, they do not need to be brushed every day. But during the molting period, the coat requires additional attention. At this time, the dog should be combed several times a day, removing all the undercoat at a time. In addition, the miniature Spitz can be cut.

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This breed of dog needs bathing, but not very often. If you use special protective suits in dirty weather, you won’t have to bathe your pet every time after a walk. In this case, the Pomeranian's coat will remain clean.

Your pet should be bathed and brushed with some regularity. It is worth noting that the requirements for caring for a puppy differ from those required for an adult dog. This primarily concerns feeding. After all, a puppy at 6 months will not eat exactly what he ate at 3 months. Therefore, it is necessary to feed your Spitz puppy monthly.

Proper coat care

Dwarf Spitz: what the mini breed looks like

Mini Spitz must be combed thoroughly:

• break up tangles that often form behind the ears, paws and in the abdomen;
• lying on your side, comb the hair into strands parallel to the spine;
• then turn over and repeat the procedure (you need to use a wide-tooth comb);
• Use a massage brush to go over the fur against its growth.

Then you need to repeat all the steps for the tail and “pants” and you can start washing.

1. Place the mini Spitz in the bath and wet the fur with warm water.
2. Apply shampoo. The main thing is to use the product specifically for dogs and follow the instructions on the package.
3. Massage the coat and rinse off the shampoo.
4. Rinse the wool with a special conditioner. Thoroughly rinse off any remaining product.

After this, you need to dry the dog thoroughly with a hairdryer, gently lifting the fur and directing warm air under it.

Brush the Spitz again:

• back against the growth of the fur and then vice versa;
• chest from bottom to top, and then to the other side;
• pants from top to bottom;
• The tail must be in the direction of hair growth.

When difficulties arise during brushing and washing, it's time to cut your pet's hair.

Characteristics and standards

The Dwarf Spitz is a miniature dog with thick fur that resembles a fluffy soft toy. According to the standard, the height of the breed should be between 18-22 cm, weight - no more than 3.5 kg. The Miniature Spitz with a fox face is considered standard; it has the right to participate in exhibitions. There are also subspecies “bear cub” and “baby doll” (toy). The bearish type is the most popular today. These Spitz dogs have a flatter muzzle and smaller ears. The Japanese laid the foundation for the toy type. Their exterior is intermediate between the fox and bear type.

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Breed standards:

Feeding small Spitz dogs

You can feed your Pomeranian Spitz with natural products or special dry food. You cannot change the type of food suddenly. This can cause stomach diseases and lead to allergic reactions.

Feeding should be balanced so that the food contains the necessary nutrients, minerals and vitamins. Be sure to provide water.

Note! Mini Spitz don't eat much, so you shouldn't force feed them. It can also lead to gastrointestinal problems. It is enough for the dog to receive food 2 times a day.

If your Spitz consumes natural products, then you should exclude fatty, smoked foods, sugar, spices, legumes, beets, potatoes and milk from the menu. You cannot offer offal or pork. You can give cheese, but only as a treat, not often. Although mini Spitz dogs can eat cereals, semolina, millet porridge and pearl barley are strictly prohibited.

Dog food should contain meat, vegetables, grains, and vitamins. Dogs also require supplements that improve immunity and bone metabolism. They are usually found in high-quality feed. When purchasing them, you need to pay attention to the percentage of digestibility.

The quality directly depends on the quantity required per day. The less food a dog needs to fill up, the better it is. Meat should come first. After all, first the ingredients that are contained in the greatest quantities are indicated in the composition.

Appearance of a Pomeranian Spitz

Dwarf Pomeranian Spitz decorative dog for carrying on hands. The muzzle looks like a fox, with a grin in the form of a smile. The Spitz has a luxurious coat and a high collar. Available in twelve shades, of which the most popular is red orange. There are white, blue, black and tan, sable, chocolate colors.

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Types of faces: bear, fox, toy.

Advantages and disadvantages

Pros of a mini Spitz:

• the possibility of training, which must begin at an early age;
• neatness and cleanliness;
• devotion, willingly accompanies the owner, able to intercede;
• contact with children, but it is advisable to purchase a dog when the child is 7 years old;
• playful disposition, friendly attitude (when you look at the dog, it seems that she is smiling).

Friendly mini spitz

Negative traits of a Spitz:

• loud deafening barking;
• lack of self-preservation instinct - a small friend can get into a fight with a huge dog;
• health problems, in particular dental disease, brittle bones, increased weight due to overfeeding, which leads to cardiovascular pathologies.

Note! To make your pet look beautiful and well-groomed, you need to invest money in cosmetics and procedures. Therefore, maintaining it can hit your pocket.