Mittel German Spitz Information & Pictures

Mittel German Spitz Dog Info Sheet:
Trainability:	Low
Watchdog:	Med/High
Shedding:	Low
Grooming:	Medium
Exercise Requirements:	Medium
Good with Children:	Older, well behaved children
Activity Level:	High
AKC Popularity:	NA

Mittel German Spitz Temperament

The Mittel German Spitz is a mixed bag when it comes to personality and temperament. This is a bold, curious, strong willed, stubborn, and sometimes temperamental creature, which can sometimes think it is boss and can be difficult to train and handle.

However, the right attitude and early training can help with these problems. On the other hand, this is a dog that is lively, alert, amusing, eager to please, and watchful, making it a good watchdog and a great companion. This breed id not really suited to younger or boisterous children, can be aggressive with other dogs, and may be loud and snappy around other animals.

Mittel German Spitz Physical Features

The Mittel German Spitz has a distinctive wolf like expression, with a distinctive ruff around the neck and face, and erect, triangular ears. The thick, soft hair comes in a variety of colours, including grey, white, orange, brown, and black. It has large eyes, a watchful expression, and small feet with hair between the toes. The weight of the Mittel German Spitz ranges between 23-41 pounds, and the height between 11.5-14 inches.

Is he right for you?

The Mittel German Spitz is a good choice for an older person looking for a companion pet, although he can be boisterous, feisty, and difficult to control at times. He is not the right choice for those with younger children and babies, or for those that do not have the time and devotion to dedicate to a pet. The Mittel German Spitz is fine living in an apartment providing suitable exercise is provided in a safe area.

Mittel German Spitz Health Problems

There are no major health concerns specifically affecting the Mittel German Spitz, although some ailments that may affect this breed include eye problems and luxating patella.

Mittel German Spitz Grooming Requirements

The Mittel German Spitz should be brushed on a regular basis to avoid matting of the long coat, and you should remember that the feisty nature of the breed can make it difficult to control whilst grooming.

Mittel German Spitz History

First mentioned in German Literature in the mid 1400s, the Mittel German Spitz descends from Nordic herding dogs, and was originally bred for farm working, although it has now evolved into a popular and excellent companion dog.