Happy
Intelligent
Playful
Independent
Loyal
Vocal

Playful
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Inquisitive
Spirited

Finnish Spitzs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Toy Foxy Rat Terriers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Finland

United States

northern spitz

American Rat Terrier and Toy Fox Terrier

American Kennel Club
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ancient times

2000's

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Red

Black
Brown
Red
Fawn
White

Finnish Spitzs have medium-length coats.

Toy Foxy Rat Terriers have short coats.

A Finnish Spitz can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Toy Foxy Rat Terrier can have a litter of 2-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Finnish Spitzs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Toy Foxy Rat Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Finnish Spitzs typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Toy Foxy Rat Terrier breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Finnish Spitz has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Toy Foxy Rat Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Finnish Spitz, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Toy Foxy Rat Terrier, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Finnish Spitzs usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Toy Foxy Rat Terriers usually need at least 180 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Finnish Spitz requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Toy Foxy Rat Terrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 25-33 pound (11 - 15 kg) Finnish Spitz feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 10-25 pound (5 - 11 kg) Toy Foxy Rat Terrier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Finnish Spitz is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Toy Foxy Rat Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Finnish Spitz is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Toy Foxy Rat Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Finnish Spitzs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

The Finnish Spitz is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Toy Foxy Rat Terriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Finnish Spitzs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Toy Foxy Rat Terriers are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Finnish Spitzs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Toy Foxy Rat Terriers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Finnish Spitzs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Toy Foxy Rat Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.