Health
The Finnish Spitz is typically a very healthy breed, with few general health concerns. However, breeders should be consulted to understand the prevalence of a specific disorder in this breed. Below is a short list of what is known to occur:
- Hip dysplasia
- Patellar luxation
- Elbow dysplasia
- Epilepsy
Median lifespan is about 11.2 years.
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