Finnish Spitz

Between 1969-1970, the first specimens were imported from the United Kingdom to establish the breed within the Australian show community, according to Dogs Victoria.

Bark pointer hunting, specifically for locating and tracking forest game birds like capercaillie and black grouse, but also used for small game and elk.

Lively, vigorous, brave, and determined; an independent thinker that is exceptionally loyal to its family while remaining alert and somewhat reserved with strangers.

Epilepsy (idiopathic), Patellar Luxation, Diabetes Mellitus, Hip Dysplasia, and occasionally Pemphigus foliaceus (an autoimmune skin condition).

Moderate; the double coat requires thorough brushing 2-3 times a week, increasing to daily during the heavy seasonal shedding periods known as 'blowing the coat'.

Excellent with children; they are playful, patient, and often form very strong protective bonds with younger family members.

Generally good with other dogs if socialized early; however, their high prey drive means they should be supervised or carefully introduced to smaller household pets like cats or rabbits.

Highly intelligent but independent and easily bored; they respond best to short, fun, and varied training sessions using positive reinforcement rather than harsh corrections.

Double coat with a short, soft, dense undercoat and long, harsh, straight guard hairs that stand away from the body.. Reddish-brown or red-gold; the coat typically features lighter shades on the cheeks, under the muzzle, chest, and underside of the tail.