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I have heard that there are but just pet people have bought with them from America, they are not a recognised breed here with the ANKC.

Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Japanese Spitz descended from the White Gross Spitz, today known as the Keeshond, but there are obviously different breeds also added to the combination in the different countries they originated in. From what I've read the original AED was bred with other sledding breeds to create what they are today, whereas I would assume a similar situation happened in Japan with the Japanese adding their own native breeds to the mix. Here is an interesting link - http://japanesedogs.bulldoginformation.com/ (Note the JS in not a native breed to Japan but a breed they nurtured) and try doing a google search on the white Keeshond. Just a few differences in the standards... Ear placement - The JS ears are set closer together, whereas the AED are well apart. Pigmentation/Colour - JS are pure white and with black pigmentation - AED can be cream and biscuit with brown noses Muzzle shape - The AED has a more wedge shape, whereas the JS is more pointed. Bone Structure - The JS has moderate bone, which is to be thin yet strong. The AED is more solid. Angulation - The AED is more angulated then the Japanese Spitz structurally. Tailset - JS is to be tight. AED can drop their tail in rest. I have also heard they have very different temperament... The AED can be nasty. Interesting fact the Japanese Spitz is a recongised breed in most countries around the world EXCEPT the USA, which is the ONLY country the AED is registered in. The AKC refused to register the breed as they feel they are too similar?? My response... What the??

Just had a quick read through so apologies if I have missed something, but have you thought of taking him to a Canine Chiropractor? Japanese Spitz are a very active breed and are always pulling or displacing something... if you are not finding results from the antibiotic maybe it is physical? If he has hurt his neck or upper back this could explain this lack of energy and trouble eating?? Just a thought! Good luck... hope everything goes back to normal soon.

My Liberty Dryer appears to have failed me and I have no idea where to take it to get fixed. Does anyone know somewhere in Brisbane I can take it? Do basic Electricians fix them? Thanks...

I agree... stick to DOL!!! Actually here is a scary one - http://sydney.gumtree.com.au/c-Pets-dogs-p...QAdIdZ220379499 Japanese Spitz Female $1400 with main papers.

I agree... stick to DOL!!!

LOLZ!!! Good Luck everyone and have FUN!!!!

Jap Spitz are BIG dogs in small bodies :D That is very true! All the best with your little bundle of trouble. ;)

So reviving old post, but does Crown Royale Bodifier have Alcohol in it? Something I used at the show the other day made my dogs coat yellow at the tip, the grooming spray I was using was a LL Protein Treatment mixed with water but I used the CR bodifier while blowdrying??

Thank you!

Hey Guys, Just looking for some contact details for Frozen Puppies at Laidley... Thank you!

Oops all good worked it out! Thank

And this link: http://www.dogs4sale.com.au/Choosing_a_Breeder.htm Good Luck!

Hey Nicola, Check out this link: http://www.dogs4sale.com.au/Things_to_cons...ing_puppies.htm has some great information about what to ask and look for when buying a puppy. The Japanese Spitz is a relatively healthy breed the main problem being Luxating Patellae... the puppy can be checked for this at 8 weeks (however this does guarentee the soundness of the puppy for life). Ask questions about the parents and grand parents health, see how knowledgable the breeder is about their lines and health. Other things that can pop up are eye problems, Hip Dysplasia and Skin problems. To me a BYBer is just that... they breed. Finding someone who is active in the Dog World is a great place to start, I personally think that those who are active in showing can regularly compare their lines and what they are breeding with others, by both discussing the breed and improving the breed. Best advice I think I can give you would be to travel to a local show and meeting some breeders and Japanese Spitz in the flesh... you can ask a lot more questions from there... and most importantly follow your gut!

Just some jackets and skirts I am trying to find good homes for. Sized 10-12... http://www.dogzonline.com.au/contact/class...at=15&page= Have more photos on request.