were found to have depressed, nervous, and desensitized character. Hip dysplasia Patellar luxation Median lifespan is about 11.2 years. See also Dogs portal List of dog breeds References Further reading Morris, Desmond. (2001). Dogs:The Ultimate Dictionary of Over 1,000 Dog Breeds. Trafalgar Square Publishing. . The American Kennel Club. (1997). The Complete Dog Book(19th ed.). Howell Book House. . Nicholas, Anna Katherine. (1990). Finnish Spitz. T.F.H. Publications. . Cunliffe, Juliette. (2003). Finnish Spitz: Special Rare-Breed Edition. Kennel Club Books. . External links The Finnish Spitz Society UK The American Kennel Club official site The Finnish Spitz club of America The Finnish Spitz Directory FAQ's Dog breeds originating in Finland FCI breeds Rare dog breeds Spitz breeds