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Finnish Spitz
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A Finnish Spitz is a breed of dog originating in Finland. The breed is thought to be an old one, bred as a hunting dog. It is a "bark pointer", indicating the position of game by barking to attract the hunter's attention. The Finnish Spitz has been the national dog of Finland since 1979.
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