German Spitz
The German Spitz is in fact a family , Scottish Fold of breeds of the Spitz type. There are five different types of German Spitz:
- Wolfspitz (Keeshond - considered a separate breed , Scottish Fold in many countries)
- Grossspitz (Giant Spitz)
- Mittelspitz (Medium/Standard Spitz)
- Kleinspitz (Small Spitz)
- Zwergspitz (Dwarf/Midget Spitz also known as Pomeranian - considered a separate breed , Welsh Springer Spaniel in many countries , Schipperke - shown left)
Most kennel clubs recognise only the Klein and Mittel varieties of German Spitz and consider the Pomeranian (Zwergspitz) and Keeshond (Wolfspitz) as separate breeds. , Rottweiler In many countries , European GoldFinch the Miniature (Klein) spitz is also confused with the Pomeranians (Zwers). AppearanceGerman Spitz are similar in appearance , European GoldFinch but vary widly in colour. , Climbing gourami (Labyrinth fish) The Giant Spitz can only be black, white, or brown but the Standard, , Skye Terrier Small and Dwarf can have various colour , Friesian combinations as well. All German Spitz have a fox like head, double coat, , Kuvasz highset triangular ears , Kuvasz and a tail , European GoldFinch that is curled over the back. Although the Kleinspitz and the Pomeranian look alike they are not the same dog. , Friesian HistoryGerman Spitz are descendants of the ancient spitzes found in the Stone Age and they are the oldest breed , Doves and Pigeons of dog , Doves and Pigeons in Central Europe. |