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Name	Tamaskan Dog	Jämthund	Finnish Spitz
Origins	Finland	Sweden	Finland
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Group	Sled Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	288	301	177
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Tam Tamaskan husky	Swedish Elkhound	Finnish Hunting Dog Finnish Spets Finsk Spets Loulou Finois Suomalainen Pystykorva Suomenpystykorva Barking Bird Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or Finnish Spitz? Which is the smallest dog, Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or Finnish Spitz?	Large	Large Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or Jämthund? Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz weight comparison:	Male: 66-99 pounds (30-45 kg), Female: 50-84 pounds (23-38 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-30 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-30 kg)	31-35 pounds (14-16 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 67 pounds (30.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26.5 kg)	33 pounds (15 kg)
Height Which is taller, Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or Finnish Spitz? Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz height comparison:	Male: 25-28 inches (63-71 cm), Female: 24-27 inches (61-66 cm)	22–26 inches (57–65 cm)	15-20 inches (38-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26.5 inches (67 cm), Female: 25.5 inches (63.5 cm)	24 inches (61 cm)	17.5 inches (44.5 cm)

Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or Finnish Spitz? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1000-$2000	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or Finnish Spitz?	Average: The Tamaskan Dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Jämthund is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Finnish Spitz is easier than average to get.

Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Jämthund is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz trainability comparison.	Tamaskan Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Jämthund dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or Finnish Spitz?	Tamaskan Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Jämthund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or Finnish Spitz? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Tamaskan Dog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Jämthund dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or Finnish Spitz? Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz behavior/temperament comparison:	Agile Intelligent Obedient Sociable Tolerant	Active Independent Energetic Loyal Calm Daring	Playful Independent Happy Intelligent Loyal Vocal
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Tamaskan Dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Jämthund dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz?	Average to High: Tamaskan Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Jämthund dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Finnish Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz social needs comparison:	Tamaskan Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Jämthund dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Tamaskan Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Jämthund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Spitz is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Tamaskan Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Jämthund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz playfulness comparison:	Average: Tamaskan Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Jämthund is a playful breed. See more.	The Finnish Spitz is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz?	Low to Average: The Tamaskan Dog rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Jämthund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Finnish Spitz is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or Finnish Spitz?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Tamaskan Dog breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jämthund breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Finnish Spitz breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Tamaskan Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Jämthund 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or Finnish Spitz?	Tamaskan Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Jämthund dogs handle alone time quite well.	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.

Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or Finnish Spitz?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Tamaskan Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Jämthund bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Finnish Spitz bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Tamaskan Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Jämthund has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Finnish Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz mouthiness comparison:	Tamaskan Dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Jämthund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz health comparison. Which is the healthier: Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz?	Tamaskan Dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Jämthunds are commonly healthy dogs.	Finnish Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz health problems comparison:	Cancer Eye Problems Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Ear Infections Degenerative Myelopathy Cryptorchidism Renal Failure Liver Issues Heat Intolerance	Hip Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Skin Allergies Obesity Liver Issues Hearing Issues	Eye Problems Joint Problems Epilepsy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Tamaskan Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Jämthund should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Finnish Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz lifespan comparison. How long do Tamaskan Dog, Jämthund and Finnish Spitz breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Tamaskan Dog: 15 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Jämthund: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Finnish Spitz: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Tamaskan Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Jämthund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Finnish Spitz can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or Finnish Spitz? Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz energy level comparison:	Tamaskan Dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Jämthund dogs are high-energy dogs.	Finnish Spitz dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or Finnish Spitz? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Tamaskan Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Jämthund dogs have an average exercise need.	Finnish Spitz dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or Finnish Spitz?	Tamaskan Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Jämthund dogs don't need too much sleep.	Finnish Spitz dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or Finnish Spitz?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Tamaskan Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Jämthund has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Finnish Spitz has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz coat comparison:	Thick Double Coarse	Fluffy Thick Luxurious	Dense Thick Double
Colors What are the original Tamaskan Dog, Jämthund and Finnish Spitz color?	Black Gray Red	Grey Dark Grey Light Grey	Red Gold
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or Finnish Spitz? Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Tamaskan Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Jämthund requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Finnish Spitz requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or Finnish Spitz? Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or {name3 shedding:	Tamaskan Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Jämthund dogs shed moderately. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or Finnish Spitz?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz?	Medium ⏺ The Tamaskan Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Jämthund has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Finnish Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Tamaskan Dog is an average drooler. See more.	The Jämthund drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Finnish Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Tamaskan Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Jämthund dogs are generally with other pets.	Finnish Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or Finnish Spitz? Which dog is more friendly?	Tamaskan Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Jämthund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Finnish Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or Finnish Spitz?	Tamaskan Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Jämthund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Finnish Spitz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or Finnish Spitz?	Tamaskan Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Jämthund dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Finnish Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or Finnish Spitz?	Tamaskan Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Jämthund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Finnish Spitz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz?	Yes Tamaskan Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Jämthund 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Tamaskan Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Jämthund is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Finnish Spitz is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Tamaskan Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Jämthunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Finnish Spitzs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Tamaskan Dog or Jämthund or Finnish Spitz? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz?	Not really Tamaskan Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Jämthund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Finnish Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.

Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Tamaskan Dog and Jämthund and Finnish Spitz have?	6-10 puppies	4-6 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Tamaskan Dog vs Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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

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