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Medium Spitz
dog breed
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Weight
5–30 kg
Size
Medium
Lifespan
11–14 ans
Energy
Très élevé
Coat
Black, brown, white, orange, gray-wolf, and other colors.
Maintenance
Élevé
Training
Moyen
The Medium Spitz is a size variety of the German Spitz, a dog breed originating from Germany. It is the size variety immediately intermediate, it admits all coat colors of the German Spitz.
Profile
At a glance
Energy
Très élevé
Trainability
Modéré
Maintenance
Élevé
Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.
⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds
L'essentiel
- 1Medium size (5–30 kg) — balance between presence and practicality.
- 2Life expectancy: 11 to 14 years on average, depending on hygiene and diet.
- 3Very high energy level — expect 1h30+ of daily exercise minimum.
- 4Regular grooming — brushing 3 to 5 times per week.
Chapter 1
Getting to know the Medium Spitz
Origins & history
A story told
The German Spitz probably descends from peat bog dogs of the Stone Age. The dwarf variety, more commonly known as the Pomeranian, became popular with the aristocracy from the eighteenth century onwards. In France, only the dwarf spitz is known and the first medium spitz was recorded in the French stud book in 1935.
Character
Daily temperament
The German Spitz is described in the FCI standard as attentive, lively and devoted to its master. It is easy to train although wary of strangers. Hunting instinct may be present, but this can vary from one individual to another. It is not aggressive but can be slightly fearful.
Physical
Breed standard
The Medium Spitz follows the German Spitz standard, which admits five sizes. With a height of 34 cm at the withers, the Medium Spitz represents the intermediate size. All German Spitzes have a body that fits in a square, with a tail set high carried rolled over the back. The head is wedge-shaped, recalling that of a fox. Unlike smaller varieties, the Medium Spitz must have all its teeth. All German Spitzes have a double coat: a long, stiff outer coat and a thick undercoat. The German Spitz has an imposing collar and a plumed tail. The Medium Spitz admits all colors of the German Spitz: black, brown, white, orange, wolf gray and other colors.
What if you adopted your future companion?
The Medium Spitz of your dreams may already be waiting in a shelter. Hundreds of medium spitz (and equally wonderful crossbreeds) are looking for a family in France — every adoption starts a new story.
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What human age for a medium spitz ?
The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 11–14 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.
10 à 22 kg — a giant dog ages significantly faster than a small dog after maturity.
Equivalent human age
29years
Adulte
Most stable period. Monthly weigh-in, annual vet visit, dental care — this determines quality of life in later years.
Method: AVMA table: 15 human years in year one, +9 in year two, then +5 per year for a moyen dog.
These equivalences are statistical benchmarks drawn from published veterinary tables. Every animal ages at its own pace, depending on genetics, diet and care. This calculator is neither a diagnosis nor veterinary advice.
Alert
To avoid for dog
Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.
- low-fat cocoa powderModerate
- maltitolModerate
- cocoa pasteModerate
- onion piecesModerate
Calculator · daily ration
How much to give a medium spitz ?
Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for dog. Adjust according to package recommendations.
Result
221 g
per day · 839 kcal
111 g / repas (2 par jour)
Calculation for food of 380 kcal/100g.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Medium Spitz
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Sources & official links
Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.
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