German Spitz - Everything you need to know

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  • Consider getting a German Spitz? Watch this video and learn everything about the German Spitz dog breed that you need to know.
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    The German Spitz is always alert, energetic and exceptionally dedicated to his owner. His natural distrust of strangers and lack of hunting instinct, is what makes him the perfect watchdog for your house.
    Are you considering to purchase a German Spitz? In this video you will learn everything about the breed based on 8 topics, so you can find out if this dog is best for you.
    Because of its beautiful coats, the German Spitz is enchanting when it comes to its appearance. German Spitzes have double coats. They have the overcoat which is straight and long and they also have the undercoat which is short and slightly softer to the touch. Particularly impressive is the thickness of the coat around the chest and neck that makes it almost look like a ruff.
    The German Spitz can grow up to 15 inches, which is 38 centimetres and weigh up to 29 pounds, which is 13 kilograms. The German Spitz's life expectancy generally ranges anywhere from 13 to 15 years.
    The average price for a German Spitz's puppy will be somewhere around 500 dollars. If you are looking for a specific look or a puppy with the highest quality and even show the quality you can budget anywhere between 700 and 100 dollars.
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  • @nibertu
    @nibertu 3 роки тому +74

    I live in an alpine area, rich in mountains and forests. I love hiking, and I always carried Lucky with me. German Spitz may look like apartment dog, but the reality is that they are a really strong and healty breed. Lucky was tireless and fast like a rocket along the paths. When we reached the top, he always sat down next to me, like a friend ready to share a toast while enjoying the scenery. Even now when I sit to rest I feel like he is next to me. He was amazing: smart, with good health and loving to the family. We had a very strong bond with him.

    • @Jessica-vs6qx
      @Jessica-vs6qx 3 роки тому +2

      So I should get one

    • @Jessica-vs6qx
      @Jessica-vs6qx 3 роки тому

      I already have a dog but I am looking to get a new one. The price is in my budget. I have a very big yard. I don’t mind brushing it except our whole family is away from about 9:00 until 5:00 so it would get lonely. The only other thing is brushing it’s teeth I don’t really want to have to do that but they very cute. Should I get one?

    • @jenniferp1917
      @jenniferp1917 3 роки тому +1

      Nicola, I agree, my mittel spitz is a sturdy little fellow, healthy and hardy and has the endurance to go on a long hike. A great loyal friend and so much fun! I don't know why this video says the Spitz don't have a hunting instinct, though. I guess because they aren't "hunting dogs" like hounds that flush out prey, and they aren't retrievers....but they are definitely vermin-killers!
      Jessica - first thing, find a *real* breeder and talk to them about your lifestyle and what you want in a dog and they can let you know if the dogs they are breeding will work for you and talk about how to care for them. (By "real" breeder, I mean not a backyard breeder or a puppy mill and definitely not a pet store. Find someone who actually shows their dogs at dog shows for starters; those are the people concerned with improving the breed and producing quality dogs. Good luck!)

    • @rstlr73
      @rstlr73 3 роки тому +1

      Yes , i agree dogs truly are mans best friend. It hurts like hell when they're gone.

    • @nibertu
      @nibertu 3 роки тому

      @@rstlr73 They are part of the family, even after years it is painful not to find them behind the door waiting to celebrate your return home.

  • @jvera828
    @jvera828 3 роки тому +59

    An ex owned a German Spitz. Very minimal training... sit, stay, play fetch. Regular walks. Dog park once a week. Chill ass dog. Only barked when people were at the door. Super low maintenance.

    • @DogWorldHQ
      @DogWorldHQ  3 роки тому +2

      good to know thank you :)

    • @3orM00Rrecharacters
      @3orM00Rrecharacters 2 роки тому +1

      Great owner! My GS only gets dramatic when he hasn’t had enough exercise.

    • @suzdeangelo2314
      @suzdeangelo2314 Рік тому +1

      We have 5. Not super chill & very high maintenance. They are typical spitz types. Whirling Dervishes

  • @iole96792
    @iole96792 6 місяців тому +4

    I adopted a senior German Spitz. At 12 years old he's still running around the dog park like a puppy and he is bossy as heck. Talk about stubborn, almost as stubborn as my Husky. But I love him very much he is very much a part of my family.🥰🥰🥰🥰

  • @ThankHeaven
    @ThankHeaven 3 роки тому +52

    My dad bought me a Spitz as an early Christmas present as a child. Snowball was solid white and exactly as described in the video. It is worth mentioning that he was so protective that he would attack ANY stranger he deemed to be a threat to us. It took many off guard because he was adorable. Socialization is a MUST. He also barked at the drop of a pin. Definitely not suitable for an apartment. These cuties are fearless!

    • @DogWorldHQ
      @DogWorldHQ  3 роки тому +4

      Thank you for those information! :)

    • @lucidly8703
      @lucidly8703 2 роки тому

      When

    • @3orM00Rrecharacters
      @3orM00Rrecharacters 2 роки тому +1

      Have my spitz in an apartment , he’s only known apartment life. Yes he’s a guard dog but he’s not aggressive, only optimistically friendly! He is the noisy doorbell but he’s also well socialized and well trained.
      Any dog needs good training and good animal husbandry!

    • @Ripndipity
      @Ripndipity Рік тому +2

      Mine is the complete opposite. She’s very social and outgoing to any new person she meets. And she rarely barks which is a plus since I live in a apartment

    • @benimcanm351
      @benimcanm351 6 місяців тому

      Mines is the same way! He’s a ginger brown and he’s so protective and can get loud around strangers. He’s been socialized and went to training school early on, but he’s still an aßßhole, lol. He’s such a spoiled diva and possessive. I often complain (quietly) that he’s ruining my life, but I’m lying (mostly). I’m lucky I live in a country where he can go into stores, restaurants, malls, and work with me.. hmm, maybe that’s why he’s spoiled? May your Snowball rest in peace :)

  • @dgratt02
    @dgratt02 2 роки тому +6

    My first ever dog. his name is BB and I wouldn't want it any other way. He is 5 this year in October and is the kindest, friendliest and cuddliest dog. He goes everywhere with me, push bike rides motorbike rides kayaking swimming. I even snuck him Into a movie theatre with me once. They are am awesome bread of dog. And my best friend.

  • @elzarbiman9657
    @elzarbiman9657 3 роки тому +10

    hi everybody. I had one female spitz during 15 years . A lot of happiness and maybe the best moments in my life. A dog without any problem, very affective. No aggresivity and loving everybody ( cats too !!!) . My dog died 8 years ago but he will always live in my heart.
    If you give a good education to your dog you will never have any problem. The most important thing for your dog is to familiarize him to the world ( noise, animals, people etc... ) as soon as possible and very often.
    Concerning ' the maintenance ' you will be attentive to its food, his teeth .
    This dog is small that's why his bones are particularly exposed if you have young children. The advantage is that you can go with him wherever you want. Sometimes people accept small dogs in restaurants or Hotels.That's something important you have to know when you choose a small dog. It makes life easier. If you buy a bigger dog it may be more complicated with the society.
    Another important thing , this dog doesn't need to run 10 km/day. If you have a more dynamic dog that will not be the same ...

  • @jenginsberg8827
    @jenginsberg8827 Рік тому +7

    A lot of people in North America think they have a Pomeranian when really it's a Kleinspitz

    • @dlh7443
      @dlh7443 9 місяців тому

      Same at Indonesia

  • @susanrobinet9756
    @susanrobinet9756 6 місяців тому

    My 15 yr old Spitz is still the funniest dog I've ever seen. The whole neighborhood loves this dog as well, totally recommend!

  • @That-No-Moon
    @That-No-Moon 3 роки тому +11

    My Spitz-pom is such a good boy, even if he barks at everything that walks in front of my house.

  • @southernroots2229
    @southernroots2229 3 роки тому +3

    I got mine from the SPCA in Livingston Texas add $100 for him he had all his shots and he was neutered at first he wouldn’t even come to me for like two weeks after I brought him home. But by far one of the best dogs I’ve ever owned. so loving and Beautiful. PS not really good with strangers but has calm down since the four years of owning

  • @Ajthedogfather
    @Ajthedogfather 2 роки тому +2

    i love this video ,and breed. I owned an American Eskimo Dog for many years and she was the best. I'm now looking for a smallest yet look alike breed and found the german spits and im sure glad I did. i want one of these amazing dog so bad. thank you so much for doing this video.

  • @Scorpio.Iamher.
    @Scorpio.Iamher. 3 місяці тому

    I have a White one. His name is Winston. He is very attached to me and follows me everywhere I go. He barks constantantly at me when I return from somewhere where he couldn't go. He's very intelligent and learns quickly. He isn't very friendly to strangers or other dogs until he get familiar with them. Overall I love my Spitz. I can't imagine life without him.💕

  • @K0dAHeY
    @K0dAHeY 2 роки тому +6

    Growing up, I had a German Spitz and she had a beautiful shiny orange coat. Unfortunately, German Spitz are a very rare breed in the United States since they aren't "offically" reconginzed for whatever reason. I remembered my dog absolutely adoring almost every kid she sees, she would jump and down whenever I was outside or I brought childhood friends over lol. Sometimes she was a little too "hyper" but she wasn't that crazy. One interesting thing about her was seeing her being strangely quiet and kind of shy whenever she sees a baby or newborn. My dog rarely ever saw anyone below the age of 5. One thing that I disagree with this video is when they describe German Spitz being "friendly" towards other pets. From most other sources that I've read, unless you have trained your dog at very young age it's not friendly towards other dogs/pets and this also includes children. Luckily, she was already used to kids because of me but I wish I'd trained her to get along with other dogs...I didn't know better at age 5 but she was a good dog nontheless. We had a very strong bond and I still miss her dearly..

  • @dr.mervatmadkour2751
    @dr.mervatmadkour2751 Рік тому +3

    I love my German Spitz. She has unfortunately a collapsed trachea four years ago. The doctor has prescribed half a tablet of Ezapril Co and at night a cough suppressant, Epicophellin and an anti histamine. I cook vegetables for her and a piece of chicken breasts to keep her thin though she is prone to gain weight. I love my little Shooshoo very much.

  • @DUMPSTERDIVINGADELAIDE
    @DUMPSTERDIVINGADELAIDE 7 місяців тому

    New subscriber here from Australia, love your channel ❤

  • @mikerussell4417
    @mikerussell4417 2 роки тому +4

    I have a German Spitz his name is Festus and he's in between 16 and 18 years old not for sure was a rescue dog been the best little dog I've ever had big personality and everything they say in that video is Festus

  • @lolzlolz3529
    @lolzlolz3529 2 роки тому

    SO ADORABLE 😍

  • @martinecorne2800
    @martinecorne2800 2 роки тому +1

    My puppy is 3 months old her mum is a German Spitz and her dad a golden dox. Your video was very helpful thank you.

  • @charbelgeagea2394
    @charbelgeagea2394 3 роки тому +1

    I love it 🥰

  • @donkeysnotraw3409
    @donkeysnotraw3409 3 роки тому +6

    Best dog ever could be a good ally to the first order

  • @Anonymous_Identity246
    @Anonymous_Identity246 11 місяців тому

    I’m here to learn more about them because I took one of those what dog breed is right for you quizzes and this is what got recommended to me so-😅

  • @PK-qs6wb
    @PK-qs6wb Рік тому

    My favorite

  • @jewelsmriti999
    @jewelsmriti999 3 роки тому +7

    I am going to buy a German Spitz at Christmas she is only 3500 can't wait

  • @RijuJ14
    @RijuJ14 10 місяців тому

    Ive had a German Spitz for about 2 years. She's a black one with a white patch on her chest. If she gets pissed off she grabs a slipper from somewhere and starts beating the person she's mad at. Trainability is a key factor to consider. If you slack off when she's a pup, she just won't let you train her when she's an adult. And my pup has the same issue mentioned in the video, the collapsing trachea, esp since she's a klien German Spitz.

  • @youtuber3328
    @youtuber3328 3 роки тому

    to be COMPLETELY honest i did do and/or PROBABLY will really LOVE the german spitz

  • @Janvii_0.1
    @Janvii_0.1 3 роки тому

    I also have 24 german spitz i really like them 🥰🥰😘

  • @froggo_cat
    @froggo_cat 4 місяці тому

    I love how the look like cats and dogs at the same time

  • @kristinalazarevic2987
    @kristinalazarevic2987 3 роки тому +10

    I have one, he is the best, easy to train him, hyperactive and alot of fluff, he NEEDS big yard 😊

    • @1Musicuk
      @1Musicuk Рік тому

      Is your one neutered i have one too and i didnt get him neutered

  • @TinaML
    @TinaML Рік тому +1

    My mom walks hers for 1 h 2 times a day and she still has a lot of energy. I will definitely get one for my self one day.

  • @caroldefender4144
    @caroldefender4144 2 роки тому +1

    I became obsessed with Spitzes after reading "Max and Moritz"...

  • @brhianawillaine9503
    @brhianawillaine9503 3 роки тому +3

    I have one♥️

  • @Jessica-vs6qx
    @Jessica-vs6qx 3 роки тому +1

    I already have a dog but I am looking to get a new one. The price is in my budget. I have a very big yard. I don’t mind brushing it except our whole family is away from about 9:00 until 5:00 so it would get lonely. The only other thing is brushing it’s teeth I don’t really want to have to do that but they very cute. Should I get one?

  • @mrslimslam8793
    @mrslimslam8793 3 роки тому +5

    I got a German spitz

  • @smievil
    @smievil 3 роки тому +1

    i once met a small black dog that kind looked like it would be big, but it was full grown.
    some of it's behaviors reminded me of moms spitz, and i did mention her having one.
    but i didn't know they could be black, and years after that encounter i realized, it's likely the same breed...

  • @soniairene2014
    @soniairene2014 2 місяці тому

    Just got one two days ago I need more info about it

  • @maddiehughes5769
    @maddiehughes5769 3 роки тому +6

    So floofy!! 💕:) 🥰

  • @cope2830
    @cope2830 3 роки тому +42

    I have one, It's cute and all but it's hyperactive and eats literally anything. XD

  • @JuneKafaltiya
    @JuneKafaltiya 2 місяці тому +1

    Loves being center of affection, demand love and affection all the time, watchful of there surroundings bark at everyone not so cuddly litrally descibed my doggo which is an Indian spitz they are basically german spitz but can adapt to Indian whether and its litrally what I said not for giving you an Idea or somethin, britsh bought german spitz and after years they adapted to Indian heat but maintained to same intelligence and charactersticks my sweety is same, only thing is she loved adults who are well dressed, she will do inform us with braking or talking (like husky's do) but would not be agressive to them, but she definitely dislike not well dressed adults, other dogs, and jealous of kids(as they take her attention), but rather then biting them when they come, she would come to us cuddle, make sounds and do cute tricks, like rolling, laying on her back, putting her hands on her fave while lying to get the attention and will avoid kids if they tried to touch her instead of staright out biting.

  • @nicolenew1708
    @nicolenew1708 Рік тому +1

    SINCERELY YOUR'S CHARLETNEWTON

  • @1swarya
    @1swarya 2 роки тому

    Where could I buy one Or adopt?

  • @nishaajith9012
    @nishaajith9012 3 роки тому +2

    O a German spits vid cool

  • @varsha9300
    @varsha9300 3 роки тому

    I have one

  • @adro894
    @adro894 2 роки тому +4

    Is it common for spitz's to bite toes ?, my parents got a puppy and we have to wear shoes in the house to stop her from biting them. She also hates the broom and starts barking when i try to sweep😆

    • @moonlightcrystal123
      @moonlightcrystal123 2 роки тому +3

      Any puppy will bite. It's something they will grow out of or you'll have to train them. Also, introduce many items to your puppy (the broom, the vaccum, loud pots/pans) etc. so once they grow up they're used to the noise or the item.
      Have fun with your pup!

  • @maddynotmaddie
    @maddynotmaddie 3 роки тому +2

    1:29 looks like my german spitz

  • @z3v..
    @z3v.. 13 днів тому

    i have one :)

  • @ArundhutiAdi
    @ArundhutiAdi 3 роки тому

    Does German Spitz and Japanese spitz both breed are same

  • @nicoleshearer
    @nicoleshearer Рік тому

    I won’t a ginger on. GERMAN SPITZ wohoo

  • @doglife9039
    @doglife9039 3 роки тому

    ❤☝👍

  • @shivanshgarg8216
    @shivanshgarg8216 3 роки тому

    Is it hard to train

    • @DogWorldHQ
      @DogWorldHQ  3 роки тому +1

      Not hard but you need consistency and endurance :) talking to other experienced dog owners or your breeder, they can definitely give you more tips and tricks

  • @riolizsh
    @riolizsh 3 роки тому +1

    is mini spitz same ?

    • @jenniferp1917
      @jenniferp1917 3 роки тому +2

      www.unser-spitz.de/unsere_ziele.html
      "Der Deutsche Spitz
      Eine Rasse - Fünf VarietätenWolfsspitz, Grossspitz, Mittelspitz, Kleinspitz und Zwergspitz"
      One breed; five varieties - Wolfspitz (aka Keeshond); Standard; Medium; Small; Miniature/Dwarf (aka Pomeranian)
      Poms have some breed standards that are special to them, but they are basically dwarf spitz.

  • @ambrorio3329
    @ambrorio3329 Рік тому

    How 30 Cm of tallness is called ?

  • @egostarter
    @egostarter 2 роки тому +3

    The German Spitz is not a Pomeranian Miniature Spitz, and they are also Pomeranian in the movie

    • @jenginsberg8827
      @jenginsberg8827 Рік тому

      A lot of people in America get sold 'Pomeranians' when really its a Kleinspitz and this is due to a cultural difference, people not being fully aware of the Kleinspitz existence and assuming that every small spitz= Pomeranian

    • @IllHandleThis
      @IllHandleThis Рік тому

      @@jenginsberg8827 I think this is what happened to me, although I was told my dog’s parents were AKC and shown pictures of them. I thought I was buying from a reputable breeder which has turned out to not be the case.

    • @brookelynrhodes1998
      @brookelynrhodes1998 Рік тому

      Same honestly. One of the dogs that I sometimes petsit is apparently a Pomeranian but here's the thing, she is bigger than a normal Pomeranian and is slightly heavy when I pick her up. I wonder if she is actually a German Spitz as well. True Pomeranians don't exceed 10 pounds and are on average 3-7 pounds. The spitz dogs do look a lot like each other, in some ways. The dog has to be at least 15 pounds, although she is probably 20 pounds, I don't know.

  • @Misshin_
    @Misshin_ Рік тому

    I’m saving up for a German spitz and I’m hoping to get around $3,000 total for both the puppy and the extra expenses. Does anyone know of some good breeders that arent abusive to their dogs? I don’t like puppy mills but I still want to look into a breeder

    • @OakwiseBecoming
      @OakwiseBecoming 4 місяці тому

      I prefer to buy from a family pet who had puppies and not a breeder.

  • @pinkichetia9727
    @pinkichetia9727 3 роки тому +1

    I have brought a German Spitz dog, How to trained Spitz. 42 days spitz

  • @LDLK
    @LDLK 3 роки тому

    i have a german spitz... SOOOOOOOOOOO NAUGHTY and active.

  • @razor4026
    @razor4026 2 роки тому +2

    Yes I thought they we're poms

  • @faisalparkar6985
    @faisalparkar6985 3 роки тому

    i had 2 but on died i got a new one he is called popcorn

  • @rajanikm458
    @rajanikm458 2 роки тому

    My neighbour has one , he takes it for walking , but it is very suspecious about the surroundings..hesitant to go far from their gate

  • @stickom
    @stickom Рік тому

    I like Pomeranian's, you shorn them to look like Teddy Bear!

  • @jonte686791
    @jonte686791 3 роки тому +4

    We bought ours for 1700$ , its common price here in sweden

  • @radghorabi4316
    @radghorabi4316 2 роки тому +1

    Looks like a Pom just bigger

  • @nicoleshearer
    @nicoleshearer Рік тому

    On

  • @kim_taez7100
    @kim_taez7100 3 роки тому +1

    I hv a German Spitz but he died so we are going to take a golden retriever next month

    • @youtuber3328
      @youtuber3328 3 роки тому

      you have my very best condolences

  • @ZEKROM_84
    @ZEKROM_84 3 роки тому

    India

  • @papiyaghosh3459
    @papiyaghosh3459 3 роки тому

    My dog is black and cute

  • @bec5250
    @bec5250 Рік тому

    If you are in Australia, and want to purchase one of these dogs, you will need to add a '0' to the end of that figure.

  • @vanessavvv47
    @vanessavvv47 2 роки тому

    No es pomeranian ???

  • @IllHandleThis
    @IllHandleThis Рік тому

    I was sold a Pomeranian puppy that I think may actually be a spitz. I really wanted another Pomeranian after losing my sweet little girl in January. I guess the only real way to find out is through a dna test? Regardless I accept her for whatever breed she is. I came here to try and get an idea, though, of what a spitz is and is like. I know that Poms descended from them. 😔♥️

    • @eineButter
      @eineButter Рік тому

      Pomerainians are the smallest Kind of spitz. Therefore yes; your Pomerainian is a spitz

    • @keithgriffiths9864
      @keithgriffiths9864 Рік тому

      My dog us supposed to be a Pom, but I think she is actually a Mini Spitz x Pom. Ginger and weighs 6.5kg.

    • @d3adbydaylight-lv4hh
      @d3adbydaylight-lv4hh 6 місяців тому

      Pomeranians are spitz

  • @SailorMercuryBubbles
    @SailorMercuryBubbles 8 місяців тому

    $500?? Theres only two AKC breeders for this dog and they charge $4000 a pup

  • @nunyabiz6925
    @nunyabiz6925 3 роки тому +2

    I know I’m ignorant but they look like pomeranians

    • @thesmogo
      @thesmogo 3 роки тому +2

      Strictly speaking Pomeranians are the smallest and have rounded ears and short faces

    • @jenginsberg8827
      @jenginsberg8827 Рік тому

      A lot of people own a Kleinspitz but are told its a Pomeranian by the breeder and assume it is when really its a Kleinspitz and a lot of people are unfamiliar with what a Kleinspitz even is. But a Pomeranian actually has a very different look.

  • @UnschoolingtheSpitz
    @UnschoolingtheSpitz 3 роки тому +2

    How can you steal a video of my children with our dogs without my permission? The footage is featured at 4:34 and I was never contacted for permission to use this video. We are crazy about this breed and are the only breeders in the US who health test and show German Spitz so I was alerted that you had taken a video clip of my children directly from our own UA-cam channel. I love the breed but don't agree with your actions.

    • @marvinT.22
      @marvinT.22 3 роки тому

      have you ever heard about fair use copyright disclaimer?

    • @jenginsberg8827
      @jenginsberg8827 Рік тому

      Your the only breeders in the USA who doesn't claim a German Spitz is a Pomeranian

  • @nemanjaself
    @nemanjaself 2 роки тому

    People on facebook sell them for 100 euro xd

  • @suzdeangelo2314
    @suzdeangelo2314 Рік тому

    We have white German Spitz. The females are more aggressive towards any other females. The males have normal male behavior, but, do socialize better with one another. The females are smarter & manipulative. Must watch their interactions with others. Both genders are loving with people. Not great parents with puppies. More about themselves. Just some thoughts & education for future adopters. They are an experience.

  • @soniairene2014
    @soniairene2014 2 місяці тому

    Just got one two days ago I need more info about it