Norrbottenspets
VS
German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Norrbottenspets vs German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Compare Norrbottenspets and German Spitz – Mittelspitz 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
Norrbottenspets
German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
41 – 45 cm
32 – 36 cm
Weight
10 – 14 kg
8 – 12 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
13 – 17 years
Child friendly
3/5
5/5
Energy level
4/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
4/5
4/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Norrbottenspets
High energy
Easy to train
Small
German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Great with kids
High energy
Small
Summary
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.
About German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Medium German Spitz with a square, compact build, dense double coat and plumed tail over the back. Alert, vocal watchdog yet affectionate and people‑oriented, needing companionship, training, mental stimulation and regular grooming. Generally robust, long‑lived, and active.
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