German Spitz – Kleinspitz
VS
Norrbottenspets
German Spitz – Kleinspitz vs Norrbottenspets
Compare German Spitz – Kleinspitz and Norrbottenspets side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
German Spitz – Kleinspitz
Norrbottenspets
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
23 – 29 cm
41 – 45 cm
Weight
5 – 8 kg
10 – 14 kg
Life expectancy
14 – 18 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
4/5
3/5
Shedding
4/5
4/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
German Spitz – Kleinspitz
Great with kids
Small
Norrbottenspets
High energy
Easy to train
Small
Summary
About German Spitz – Kleinspitz
The German Spitz – Kleinspitz is a small, squarely built, fox‑faced companion with a dense double coat and curled tail. Alert, lively and strongly bonded to its people, it adapts well to city or country life, needs regular grooming, exercise and training, and can be vocal and watchful.
About Norrbottenspets
The Norrbottenspets is a rare Nordic spitz: small to medium, athletic, with a foxlike look and curled tail. Bred in Sweden/Finland for forest bird hunting, it is vocal, alert, loyal, and reserved with strangers. Needs daily exercise, mental work, and close family involvement.
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