The long-haired coat of the Japanese Spitz has a thick under-layer that is always pure white.  The tail is covered with long hair and is carried curled over the back.  The coat is short on the bottom half of the legs, with breeches on the hind legs and feathering on the forelegs.  The ears are small and pointed upright, and the muzzle tapers slightly.  The large oval eyes are dark and slightly slanted, and the nose and lips are black. The face of the Japanese Spitz is wedge-shaped. There is dense feathering on the feet. .
Breed:	Japanese Spitz
Country of Origin:	Japan
KC Group:	Utility
Function:	Watch Dogs
Life Span:	12 years
Appearance:	The Japanese Spitzis a small compact long coated dog with a typical spitzy head and tail curled over the back
Colour:	White Only
Coat Type:	Course, shedding
Grooming:	Weekly brushing
Height:	Height at shoulders: dogs: 34-37 cms (13½-14½ ins); bitches 30-34 cms (11¾ - 13½).
Weight:	24 pounds
Activity Level:	High
Watch Dog:	Excellent
Protection:	Low
Intelligence:	high
Trainability:	Medium
Good With Children:	Good
Good With Pets:	Good
Good With Strangers:	O.K.
Character:	Cautious, suspicious
Home Environment:	Fenced yard
Best Owner:	Family Environment
Potential Problems:
Behavior:	Separation anxiety
Physical:	Nil
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