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| Other names | Nihon Supittsu | |||
| Country of origin | Japan | |||
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The Japanese Spitz is a completely white, breed of dog that is thought to have been bred from the White German Spitz in the late 19th century in Japan. For a topic outline on this subject see List of basic Japan topics. Dog breeds are groups of closely related and visibly similar domestic Dogs with characteristic traits that are selected and maintained by humans bred from a known foundation The dog ( Canis lupus familiaris) is a domesticated Subspecies of the gray wolf, a Mammal of the Canidae family of the order For a topic outline on this subject see List of basic Japan topics. [1] The Japanese Spitz is similar to the American Eskimo Dog, Samoyed, and German Spitz in size, overall appearance, and temperament. The American Eskimo Dog is a breed of Companion dog and semi- Sled dog originating in the USA. [2]
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Description
Appearance
An adult Japanese Spitz typically weighs 5 to 10 kg, and stands at 32 to 38 cm off of the ground at the withers. Wither redirects here For the comic character see Wither (comics. [3] Their coats are divided into 2 layers. The outer layer consists of long straight hair standing off from the body, used for insulating against fluctuating temperatures. The term thermal insulation can refer to materials used to reduce the rate of Heat transfer, or the methods and processes used to reduce heat transfer Thermoregulation is the ability of an Organism to keep its body temperature within certain boundaries even when temperature surrounding is very different The under layer consists of short, soft and dense fur that is always a pure white color. [3] 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 and has feathering on the forelegs. The dryness of their coat makes it virtually free of odor. Dogs, as all mammals have natural odors Natural dog odor is unpleasant to some dog owners especially when dogs are kept inside the home as some people are not used to being The ears are small and pointed upright, and the muzzle tapers slightly. A snout is the protruding portion of an animal's face consisting of its nose mouth and jaw The large oval eyes are dark and slightly slanted with white eyelashes, and the nose and lips are black. The face of the Japanese Spitz is wedge-shaped. [3]
Temperament
The Japanese Spitz is first and foremost a companion. They thrive on human contact and attention, preferring to be a member of the family. [2] They are intelligent, playful, alert, and obedient, excellent with children and have the patience for toddlers. [4] Japanese Spitz are highly compatible with other dogs and animals, as well as being proud, affectionate, loyal and very protective of their masters. Most Japanese Spitz are good watch dogs as they are always alert, and will announce the presence of intruders to their owners with loud and forceful barking. A guard dog, watch dog, or sentry dog is a Dog employed to guard against or watch for unwanted or unexpected animals or people [2] They will not hesitate to bark at new people until they get to know them. [3]
Japanese Spitz enjoy being in an outdoor environment. However it is inappropriate if the owner expects them to live outside in the yard and to be forgotten about. Such treatment will cause them to feel rejected and will inevitably lead to boredom and depression. Boredom is an Emotional state experienced during periods of lack of activities or when individuals are uninterested in the activities surrounding them Major depressive disorder, also known as major depression, unipolar depression, unipolar disorder, clinical depression, or simply depression Consequences include behavioural problems such as barking and destructiveness. [2]
Health
Japanese Spitz typically live from 10 to 12 years if well cared for, and in rare cases they might live as long as 16 years. They are a healthy breed with very few genetic problems. The main health concern for Japanese Spitz is the development of Patellar luxation,[2] a condition in which the kneecap dislocates out of its normal position. Luxating patella (or trick knee, subluxation of patella, or floating patella) is a condition in which the Patella, or kneecap dislocates or They can also be prone to runny eyes, which is most commonly due to having tear ducts that are too small, or an allergy to long grass or stress. The nasolacrimal duct (sometimes called tear ducts) carries Tears from the Lacrimal sac into the Nasal cavity. It is rarely caused by any serious eye defect. [5]
Care
Exercise
Japanese Spitz do not require extensive exercise, but daily long walks are essential for general physical and mental health. They enjoy the opportunity to sprint off-lead in a secured area. Playing ball games and throwing frisbees are also forms of exercise favored by the Japanese Spitz. Doing so allows them the pleasure of interacting with the owner. [2]
Grooming
Despite the appearance of the Japanese Spitz’ pure white coat they are in fact a low maintenance breed. They are a very clean dog and do not have a doggy odor, due to the texture of their coat mud and dirt fall off or can be brushed out very easily. Provided they are kept well groomed, they should only require a bath every couple of months (common sense prevailing). The breed has a major coat shed once a year, but like most breeds do lose minimal amounts of coat all year round. [6]
The Japanese Spitz's coat is relatively dry compared to other breeds. While it is optimum to bathe them once every few months, they should not be bathed more frequently than once every two months, as bathing and shampoo strips the natural oil and moisture from their coat. This can cause skin sensitivity and itchiness. Their coat should be groomed twice a week using a pin brush that reaches to the undercoat, preventing formation of knots. [7] Grooming this breed is relatively easy in contrast to other dog breeds. Their white fur coat has a non-stick texture often described as being similar to Teflon. Teflon is a Registered trademark and Brand name of the DuPont company for products made from three types of fluorine-containing polymers ( Fluoropolymers [8]
Training
Basic obedience training for the dog should be commenced at a young age to provide mental stimulation. Obedience training usually refers to the training of a dog and the term is most commonly used in that context The Japanese Spitz is an intelligent breed and will quickly learn what is required of them if consistency is applied. Positive reinforcement of treats and praise will bring out their eagerness to learn and their willingness to please. Harsh handling and strong verbal discipline are unnecessary and may be met with resistance. In its most general sense discipline refers to systematic instruction given to a Disciple. Socialization at a very early age can introduce the puppy to various people, places, noises, situations and other animals. An adequately socialized puppy Japanese Spitz will mature into a friendly, confident, well mannered adult. [2]
History
In the late 19th century, Japanese dog breeders cross-bred various dog breeds for a small dog breed with pure white coat. A mixed-breed dog (also called a mutt, mongrel, tyke, cur, bitzer or random-bred dog) is a Dog that has These breeds include the White German Spitz, Siberian Samoyed, Russian Spitz, and American Eskimo. Laika (Лайка refers to a type of Hunting dog of Northern Russia and Russian Siberia, and is a generic name for several breeds The American Eskimo Dog is a breed of Companion dog and semi- Sled dog originating in the USA. It was believed that these various dog breeds from different countries were introduced to Japan through Siberia and Manchuria. For a topic outline on this subject see List of basic Japan topics. Siberia (Сиби́рь Sibir) is the name given to the vast region constituting almost all of Northern Asia and for the most part currently serving Manchuria ( Romanized Manchu: Manju,, Маньчжурия Mongolian: Манж is a historical name given to a vast geographic region in northeast The end result was the Japanese Spitz. [9] But due to the destruction of records during World War II, this is still unclear. [6] The breed was first exhibited in a dog show in Tokyo in 1921. In a conformation show, judges familiar with specific Dog breeds evaluate individual Dogs for how well they conform to published Breed standards officially, is one of the 47 prefectures of Japan and located on the eastern side of the main island Honshū. Subsequently, a unified breed standard was established by the Japan Kennel Club in 1948. A breed standard (also called bench standard) in Animal fancy and Animal husbandry is a set of guidelines which is used to ensure that the animals [1] It gained much popularity in Japan in the 1950s, and was introduced to Europe and North America around the same period of time. [3]
References
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See also
External links
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