Creature Feature
Each month, I will attempt to fill you with informative information
on two different kinds of pets. The first of course being
a specific breed of dog. And the second on another kind of animal,
et. cats, birds, fish, reptiles, rodents, etc.
Just keep your eyes pealed and watch what happens.
 
 
 
Finnish Spitz
                  General Appearance
The Finnish Spitz presents a fox like feature.  The breed has long
been used to hunt small game and birds, But was not a recognized
breed by the American Kennel Club until 1988.

The pointed muzzle, small erect ears and curled tail denote it's
northern heritage. The Finnish Spitz as a whole shows livelyness,
which is especially evident in the eyes ears and tail. Males are
decidedly masculine without courseness the the bitch is decidedly
feminine without over-refinement.

Their most important charactoristic is their square, well balanced
body that is symetrical with no exagerated features. They have
a beautiful reddish brown coat, a bold carriage and brisk move-
ment.

The Finnish Spitz, being the national dog of Finland, was accepted
into the AKC stud book since 1987.

In Finland, contests are held annually, to select a King Barker. The
are also prized in Finland for their handsome fox like look, lively
personality and loyal disposition. With the exception of Finland,
they are considered house dogs. He has functioned since the early
times as a natural bark pointer who directs the hunter to the
location of his game by a distinctive bark or yodel. The Finnish
Spitz is considered to be a extremely faithful companion dog.


  American  Shorthair
 
(tabby)
is a true breed of working cat with a quiet, even temper. Their
general appearance is that of a strongly built, well balanced,
symmetrical cat with a look that indicates power, endurance
and agility. Usually medium to large in size, the American
Shorthair has a strong thick even coat that comes in a wide
variety of colors, the most popular being the silver tabby.