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Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Comparison - Dog breed selector: Norrbottenspitz or Finnish Hunting Dog or Klee Kai? Find the right dog for you

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Name Norrbottenspets Finnish Spitz Alaskan Klee Kai
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Other Names
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Norrbottenspitz
Pohjanpystykorva
Nordic Spitz
Finnish Hunting Dog
Finnish Spets
Finsk Spets
Loulou Finois
Suomalainen Pystykorva
Suomenpystykorva
Barking Bird Dog
Klee Kai
Mini Husky
Miniature Alaskan Husky
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai? Which is the smallest dog, Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Spitz? Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai weight comparison:
Male: 24-33 pounds (11-15 kg), Female: 18-27 pounds (8-12 kg) 31-35 pounds (14-16 kg) 10-23 pounds (4.3-10 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg) 33 pounds (15 kg) 16.5 pounds (4.6.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai? Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai height comparison:
Male: 17.72 inches (45 cm), Female: 16.54 inches (42 cm) 15-20 inches (38-51 cm) 13-17.5 inches (33-42 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 17.72 inches (45 cm), Female: 16.54 inches (42 cm) 17.5 inches (44.5 cm) 13-17.5 inches (37.5 cm)

Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $500-$700 $1000-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai?
Average: The Norrbottenspets is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Finnish Spitz is easier than average to get.
Average: The Alaskan Klee Kai is a commonly available dog breed.

Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai trainability comparison.
Norrbottenspets dogs are quite easy to train.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are easy to train.
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Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai?
Norrbottenspets dogs are average watchdogs.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are average watchdogs.
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Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Norrbottenspets dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are average defenders.
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Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are average defenders.
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Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai? Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Alert
Confident
Attentive
Daring
Playful
Independent
Happy
Intelligent
Loyal
Vocal
Active
Curious
Agile
Intelligent
Loyal
Territorial
Quick
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Norrbottenspets dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Finnish Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai?
Average to High: Norrbottenspets dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Finnish Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai social needs comparison:
Norrbottenspets dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are a social breed.
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Alaskan Klee Kai dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Norrbottenspets dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Spitz is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Alaskan Klee Kai is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Norrbottenspets dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Finnish Spitz dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Alaskan Klee Kai dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai playfulness comparison:
Average: Norrbottenspetss, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Finnish Spitz is a playful breed.
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The Alaskan Klee Kai is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai?
A lot: Norrbottenspets is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Finnish Spitz is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Alaskan Klee Kai rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai?
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Norrbottenspets indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Finnish Spitz breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Alaskan Klee Kai indoors.

Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Norrbottenspets dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Finnish Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai?
Norrbottenspets dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Finnish Spitz dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Norrbottenspets bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Finnish Spitz bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Alaskan Klee Kai bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Norrbottenspets has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Finnish Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Alaskan Klee Kai has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai mouthiness comparison:
Norrbottenspets dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Finnish Spitz dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Alaskan Klee Kai dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai health comparison. Which is the healthier: Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai?
Norrbottenspetss tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Finnish Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.
Alaskan Klee Kais tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai health problems comparison:
No data available Eye Problems
Joint Problems
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Autoimmune Hypothyroidism
Factor Vii Deficiency
Vaccination Sensitivity
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Norrbottenspets should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Finnish Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Alaskan Klee Kai should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai lifespan comparison. How long do Norrbottenspets, Finnish Spitz and Alaskan Klee Kai breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Norrbottenspets: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Finnish Spitz: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Alaskan Klee Kai: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers cold weather
The Finnish Spitz can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Alaskan Klee Kai can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai? Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai energy level comparison:
Norrbottenspets dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Finnish Spitz dogs are high-energy dogs.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Norrbottenspets dogs have an average exercise need.
Finnish Spitz dogs need a lot of exercises.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai?
Norrbottenspets dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Finnish Spitz dogs don't need too much sleep.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 3/4 to 1 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Norrbottenspets has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Finnish Spitz has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Alaskan Klee Kai has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai coat comparison:
Dense
Rough
Straight
Double
Dense
Thick
Double
Thick
Colors
What are the original Norrbottenspets, Finnish Spitz and Alaskan Klee Kai color?
Tan
White
Brown
Yellow
Blonde
Red
Gold
Black
Gray
Red
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai? Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Norrbottenspets doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Finnish Spitz requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Alaskan Klee Kai doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai? Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or {name3 shedding:
Norrbottenspets dogs shed moderately.
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Finnish Spitz dogs shed moderately.
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Alaskan Klee Kai dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai?

Medium

The Norrbottenspets has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Finnish Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Alaskan Klee Kai has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Norrbottenspets is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Finnish Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Alaskan Klee Kai is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Norrbottenspets dogs are generally with other pets.
Finnish Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai? Which dog is more friendly?
Norrbottenspets dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Finnish Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai?
Norrbottenspets dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Finnish Spitz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai?
Norrbottenspets dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Finnish Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai?
Norrbottenspets dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Finnish Spitz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai?
Yes
Norrbottenspets dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Finnish Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Norrbottenspets is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Finnish Spitz is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Alaskan Klee Kai is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Norrbottenspetss are usually recommended for elderly people.
Finnish Spitzs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Alaskan Klee Kais are usually recommended for elderly people.

Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Alaskan Klee Kai? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai?

Not really

Norrbottenspets breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Finnish Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Alaskan Klee Kai breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Norrbottenspets and Finnish Spitz and Alaskan Klee Kai have?
3-5 puppies 3-6 puppies 1-3 puppies

Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Alaskan Klee Kai Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Non-Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available American Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Rare Breed Association

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