spitz
Pointed-eared breed
A spitz is any of several breeds of dog characterized by a thick double coat, pointed ears, and a tail that curls over the back.
The type includes Pomeranians, Samoyeds, Akitas, and huskies—breeds developed in cold northern climates.
She adopted a spitz mix from the shelter. (Capitalized Spitz is a surname.)
Soft and light-textured
- wedge-shapedTapering to an edge
- curled tailSpiral-shaped rear extension
- plushThick-pile soft fabric
- denseClosely packed together
furry · mane · ruff · bushy · plumed · thick coat · feathered · soft
Rough-voiced or stocky
- keeshondDutch spitz with spectacles markings
- elkhoundNordic hunting breed
- chow chowPickled vegetable relish
- canineOf or like dogs
purebred · sled dog · companion · puppy · kennel · Pomeranian · Akita · Shiba Inu
Warning or watchfulness
- watchfulCarefully attentive, observant
- loyalFirm in allegiance
- spiritedFull of vim
- vocalExpressing views freely
independent · intelligent · bold · lively · energetic · protective · territorial · curious
fluffy
Soft and light-textured
- wedge-shapedTapering to an edge
- curled tailSpiral-shaped rear extension
- plushThick-pile soft fabric
dense · furry · mane · ruff · bushy · plumed · thick coat · feathered · soft · foxy
husky
Rough-voiced or stocky
- keeshondDutch spitz with spectacles markings
- elkhoundNordic hunting breed
- chow chowPickled vegetable relish
canine · purebred · sled dog · companion · puppy · kennel · Pomeranian · Akita · Shiba Inu
alert
Warning or watchfulness
vocal · independent · intelligent · bold · lively · energetic · protective · territorial · curious · playful
sled
Runner-based snow vehicle
- mushingDog-sled transportation sport
- snowFrozen crystalline precipitation
- winterYear's coldest quarter
tundra · polar · Inuit · expedition · harness · team · pack ice · endurance · working dog · Iditarod
- dog breedsborder collie, bulldog, Australian Shepherd, Aussie, corgi
- dog typespurebred, mixed breed, crossbreed, mongrel, mutt
- curly tailspug, basenji, chow chow, keeshond, pig
spitzhound
Hunting dog breed
basset hound · bloodhound · beagle · greyhound · sighthound