Are Finnish Spitzs Friendly Or Dangerous To Strangers?

Looking to get a Finnish Spitz and need to know whether Finnish Spitz are friendly or aggressive to strangers?

According to pet experts, Finnish Spitz Dogs score 3 star out of 5 in the scale of breeds that are considered the friendliest dogs to strangers.


Are Finnish Spitzs Friendly?

Are Finnish Spitz Dogs Aggressive To Strangers

    When it comes to deciding on a pet dog, you probably want one that is friendly, whether that's toward people, other pets, or both. Put simply, a happy-go-lucky pooch that gets along with everyone.

    While most canines are definitely fond of people, some are very sociable and love to meet new people all the time. Friendliness doesn't necessarily depend on breed. Most dogs are friendly if they have been exposed to new people, places, and experiences as they were growing up.

    Effectively, you can make any dog into a friendly dog if you ensure they have an active social life and a happy home. Just about all canines will be social with their owners, but some breeds were bred as guardians and can be wary and even aggressive toward strangers.

    Top 5 Friendly Dog Breeds

    1. Labrador Retrievers personality towards people is almost unparalleled. Labradors are extremely social toward everyone they meet and many behavioral issues in the breed arise because of their desire to be around people.

    2. Poodles very energetic, social, and smart dogs that make incredible buddies. They do extremely well in a variety of different dog sports and enjoy the company of people, friend or stranger.

    3. Pug is so loved partially due to its looks, but also because of its terrific personality. Pugs are extremely social, they love everyone and get along very well with other animals.

    4. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is one of the smallest spaniels, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel was bred primarily as a companion and lapdog. Because of this, they are incredibly friendly with their families and strangers, happily meeting as many new people as they can.

    5. Boxer was initially bred as a guard dog in Germany, but there are very few working Boxers left. Today, most are energetic, intelligent family companions that are great for individuals and families alike. They are really social dogs and enjoy meeting and playing with new people and other dogs.

Do Finnish Spitz Dogs Need to Be Groomed Regularly?

Finnish Spitz Information

The Finnish spitz has a foxlike appearance, incorporating the typical traits of a Northern breed: small erect ears, dense double coat and curled tail. It is square-proportioned, and without exaggeration, quick and light on its feet. It has the conformation and temperament to hunt actively and tirelessly under the coldest of conditions. Its double coat, consisting of a short soft undercoat and harsh straight outer coat about 1 to 2 inches long, provides insulation from the snow and cold, allowing it to hunt tirelessly under the coldest of conditions.

Like most spitz breeds, the Finkie is independent and somewhat stubborn, although it is more hunting oriented than other spitz breeds. It is alert, inquisitive and playful, but it is also sensitive, tending to be devoted to one person. It is a breed conscious of its place in the dominance hierarchy, and some males can try to be domineering. It is good with children, and generally good with other pets, but it can be aggressive to strange dogs. It is reserved, even aloof or suspicious, with strangers. In keeping with its barking heritage, the Finkie is proud of its barking ability and likes to show it off — loudly!

What to do if you lose your Finnish Spitz

If your Finnish Spitz Dog or any other pet has gone missing and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. List your missing pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Register the lost pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups Here.

3. Call the nearby vets to see if anyone has handed in your lost pet.

4. Telephone the RSPCA or Visit the RSPCA Lost Pets website and complete a Lost Pet Report.

5. Visit Lost Pets Pages of Animal Pounds.

What to do if you find a lost Finnish Spitz

If you find a Finnish Spitz Dog or any other pet and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. Report the found pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. List the missing pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups.

3. Call the Local Authority to collect the lost animal.

4. Take the animal to the local Animal Shelter near to your area.

5. Take the pet to the local Vet who usually scan the animal’s microchip and locate the registered owner of the pet.

Laws Regarding Missing Pets

1. It is against the law to keep any animal that you find.

2. Pets are generally considered property and it is illegal to take and keep someone else’s property.

3. You must contact your local animal control unit and file a FOUND AN ANIMAL report for any dog or cat you find.

4. To reclaim your lost dog, cat or other pet from the animal shelter you must pay a release fee.

5. If your dog or cat is unregistered, you will have to register your pet before you can take it home.