Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Steady
Spirited
Assertive

Happy
Intelligent
Playful
Independent
Loyal
Vocal

Be-Apsos are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Finnish Spitzs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Be-Apsos aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Finnish Spitzs are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

Finland

Beagle and Lhasa Apso

northern spitz

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

American Kennel Club
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

Unknown

ancient times

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
White
Black
Cream

Red

A Be-Apso can have a litter of 4-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Finnish Spitz can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Be-Apsos are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Finnish Spitzs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

While the Be-Apso breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Finnish Spitzs typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Be-Apsos are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Finnish Spitzs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Be-Apsos need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Finnish Spitzs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Be-Apsos sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Finnish Spitzs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Be-Apsos bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Finnish Spitz dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Be-Apsos are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Be-Apso dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Finnish Spitzs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Be-Apso, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Finnish Spitz, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Be-Apsos usually need at least 20 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Finnish Spitzs usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
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Nail Clipper

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Comb
Deshedder
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For an average 10-20 pound (5 - 9 kg) Be-Apso feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 25-33 pound (11 - 15 kg) Finnish Spitz feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Be-Apso is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Finnish Spitz is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Be-Apso is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Finnish Spitz is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Finnish Spitzs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

The Be-Apso is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

The Finnish Spitz is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Be-Apsos make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Finnish Spitzs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Be-Apsos are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Finnish Spitzs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Be-Apsos are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Finnish Spitzs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.