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# The Norrbottenspets: temperament, price, health, and breeders
Sweden
Small Nordic hunting dog, lively, agile and courageous.
Size MediumLife expectancy 12–14 yearsBudget ≈ €81/monthPuppy €1,000 – €1,500
[Find a breeder 5](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-norrbottenspets) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=norrbottenspets)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Find your ideal breed with our online quiz!](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-dog)
Families and children Good
Daily exercise needs High
Apartment living Good
First-time owners Fair
Other pets Fair
Tolerance of being alone Good
Guarding instinct Good
Strengths and weaknesses
- Nordic hardiness: Its solid build and double coat allow it to withstand cold and outdoor conditions well.
- Agility: It is a small, lively and supple dog, capable of covering ground with fluid movement.
- Alert temperament: Its courage and vigilance make it an attentive companion, always alert to its surroundings.
- Marked hunting instinct: Recall and management on walks require work, especially when faced with smells and movement.
- Heat sensitivity: This Nordic dog is less comfortable during hot spells and must be spared in summer.
- Frequent vocalizations: Its level of vocalization can become annoying without an educational framework and sufficient exercise.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Active household: It is well suited to people who are able to provide long and regular outings.
- Fans of primitive dogs: Its lively, alert and independent temperament appeals to owners who appreciate Spitz-type breeds.
- House with a secure garden: A fenced outdoor area offers it a more satisfying setting to get exercise on a daily basis.
Not recommended for
- Sedentary lifestyle: He does not cope well with a lack of activity and may get bored without enough outings.
- Unavailable beginners: His training, recall, and management of hunting instinct require consistency.
- Coexistence with small free-roaming animals: His attraction to prey can complicate life with small unsecured animals.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
44 cmNorrbottenspets
- Height at the withers
- 40–47 cm
- Weight
- 9–14 kg
- Coat
- Short, double
- FCI group
- 5
- Origin
- Sweden
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the Norrbottenspets in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The Norrbotten Spitz is an ancient Nordic breed whose ancestors are said to have been close to Laika-type dogs once found in the Arctic regions of Scandinavia. Shaped by natural selection in a harsh environment, it long accompanied local hunters for small fur-bearing game. After World War II, the drop in the value of furs greatly reduced interest in the breed, to the point of bringing it close to extinction. Its preservation owes much to the work carried out in Sweden, notably in northern Bothnia, from the late 1960s.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Norrbotten Spitz is a small Spitz-type dog, fitting into a rectangle, well proportioned, muscular and agile. Its triangular head is strong and clean, with erect high-set ears and dark brown almond-shaped eyes with a lively expression. Its back is short and solid, its chest moderate, its tail is carried high and curved. Its coat is double, with a fine and dense undercoat and a short, straight topcoat and a little more abundant on the neck, the back of the thighs and under the tail. The desired color is white with large well-defined red to yellow markings.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
The Norrbotten Spitz is an alert, courageous and self-assured dog. A hunter at heart, it retains great liveliness and a pronounced instinct, while remaining of a gentle and pleasant temperament on a daily basis. It tends to be rather vocal, vigilant and reserved towards strangers, without lacking attachment to its home.
Playful
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
This active dog needs daily exercise and regular activities to stay balanced. It can adapt to varied lifestyles if its physical needs are met, but it prefers an environment with access to a secure outdoor space. Its hunting instinct and liveliness require supervision on walks and a sufficiently stimulating life.
Training
## Training and socialization
The training of the Norrbotten Spitz must start early, especially recall, because its hunting instinct can quickly take over. It responds better to consistent handling, firm without harshness, with positive reinforcement methods and regular exercises. Consistency is important to channel its energy and achieve good cooperation.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Norrbottenspets
The purchase price of the Norrbotten Spitz remains mainly linked to the rarity of the breed, the quality of the origins and the seriousness of the breeding. As it is an uncommon dog, the supply may be more limited than for more widespread breeds.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/norrbottenspets/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Norrbotten Spitz is generally a robust and hardy dog, well suited to harsh climates thanks to its double coat. No specific disease is systematically associated with the breed, but vigilance remains useful regarding certain orthopedic and neurological conditions identified in a few individuals.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/norrbottenspets/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Norrbotten Spitz needs a balanced, high-quality diet, adjusted to its age, activity level and body condition. As it is a small active dog, the goal is to meet its energy needs without promoting excess weight.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/norrbottenspets/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The Norrbotten Spitz was notably used for hunting capercaillie and various small fur-bearing animals in northern Europe. Its history is also marked by a near-disappearance in the middle of the 20th century, followed by conservation work that enabled the recognition and revival of the breed in Sweden.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Norrbottenspets
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Can the Norrbotten Spitz live in an apartment?
Yes, it can adapt to apartment living if its exercise needs are truly met every day, but it will often thrive more with access to a secure outdoor space.
### Is the Norrbotten Spitz easy to train?
Its training requires consistency, a good recall and a positive approach, because its hunting instinct and lively temperament can make it less straightforward for a beginner.
### Does the Norrbotten Spitz shed a lot?
It mainly has two marked shedding periods per year, in spring and autumn. Outside these periods, grooming remains fairly simple with regular brushing.
### Is the Norrbotten Spitz suitable for a family?
It can suit an active family that respects its need for outings and stimulation. It appreciates family life, but is not the best choice for a very sedentary environment.
## Find a Norrbottenspets breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Norrbottenspets breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### Norrbottenspets breeders by country
[2 breeders of Norrbottenspets in Finland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-norrbottenspets/finland) [2 breeders of Norrbottenspets in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-norrbottenspets/germany) [1 breeder of Norrbottenspets in Denmark](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-norrbottenspets/denmark)
[All breeders of Norrbottenspets in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-norrbottenspets)
## Ready to welcome a Norrbottenspets?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-norrbottenspets)
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