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Central Europe's oldest breed, descended from Stone Age dogs. Devoted and easy to train, an ideal family companion and watchdog.
The German Spitz is the oldest breed of Central Europe, descended from the Stone Age Peat Dog, and the ancestor of many other breeds. It comes in Gross (45cm), Mittel (35cm) and Klein (27cm) varieties, all sporting an abundant double coat, mane-like ruff, plumed tail and foxy head.
The German Spitz lives 13-15 years.
Attentive, lively and exceptionally devoted, with little hunting instinct but a natural wariness of strangers, it is an ideal companion, family dog and watchdog, famed for its weatherproof hardiness and longevity.
The German Spitz grows to Height 27-50cm (Klein / Mittel / Gross varieties).
Origin
Germany
Lifespan
13-15 years
Size
Height 27-50cm (Klein / Mittel / Gross varieties)
Temperature
10〜24℃
High-quality small-breed dog food. Feed twice daily by age.
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Primary sources
Authority databases: JKC (Japan Kennel Club) breed profiles (JA)
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
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Always attentive and lively, exceptionally devoted to its owner. Quick to learn and easy to train.
30-45 min walk daily. Combine with indoor play.
Beautiful coat with abundant undercoat. Brush 2-3 times weekly, daily during shedding season.
Germany
Natural wariness of strangers can lead to barking. Smaller varieties are prone to patellar luxation.
Beginner. This is a beginner-friendly species. No special equipment or experience is required, and it can be kept successfully with basic care setup.
The average lifespan of German Spitz is 13-15 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
German Spitz typically reaches Height 27-50cm (Klein / Mittel / Gross varieties) as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.
German Spitz feeds on: High-quality small-breed dog food. Feed twice daily by age.. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of German Spitz varies significantly depending on lineage, coat color, sex, and age. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: August 31, 2026