Loving
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Inquisitive

Happy
Intelligent
Playful
Independent
Loyal
Vocal

United States

Finland

Papillon, American Rat Terrier

northern spitz

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
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

White
Black
Brown
Red
Fawn

Red

A Rat-A-Pap can have a litter of 5-7 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.

Rat-A-Paps 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 Rat-A-Pap 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.

Rat-A-Paps' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Rat-A-Pap has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Finnish Spitz has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Rat-A-Paps need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Rat-A-Paps sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Rat-A-Paps 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Rat-A-Pap, it's at least 10 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 Rat-A-Paps usually need at least 60 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.

The Rat-A-Pap has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Finnish Spitz requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Rat-A-Pap 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 Rat-A-Pap is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Rat-A-Pap 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.

Rat-A-Pap is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Finnish Spitzs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

The Rat-A-Pap 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.

Rat-A-Paps 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.

Rat-A-Paps are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Finnish Spitzs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Rat-A-Paps are highly friendly around strangers.

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