Mittelspitz puppy meetup at Someron Koirametsä dog forest
A few drops of rain didn’t bother anyone when the cheerful mittelspitz puppy meetup took place at Someron Koirametsä dog forest at the end of June. The forest filled with joyful energy as six young mittelspitzes from several different litters arrived with their owners to meet one another.
Each dog had their own personality. One was enthusiastically digging holes, another ventured boldly a bit deeper into the woods, and a third kept a close eye on the snacks and sausages sizzling over the fire. Then there was Frodo, who tirelessly invited the others to play. Frodo was clearly the most energetic and lively of the bunch. Luckily, he had five friends to take turns playing with.
Mittelspitz – a cheerful and sociable breed
The mittelspitz belongs to the old German Spitz breed group. Originally, it served as a farm watchdog being alert, loyal, and quick to sound the alarm. Today, the German Spitz group includes five different size varieties. The smallest is the adorable zwergspitz, also known as the pomeranian. Slightly larger is the kleinspitz. True to its name, the mittelspitz sits right in the middle in terms of size. Larger than the mittel is the wolfspitz, more commonly known as the keeshond, and at the top is the rarest of them all, the grossspitz or giant spitz. Despite their differences, all these breeds share a joyful spirit, beautiful coat, and loyal character.
The mittelspitz is simply an enchanting breed: small but sturdy, sociable, and alert. These little furballs don’t fade into the background, they want to be involved in everything happening around them. No wonder the grill shelter was full of lively activity. Owners described the mittel as a great choice for first-time dog owners and families with children. Frodo is exactly that, a first dog for a young family. In addition to their delightful nature, many owners mentioned the breed’s overall good health as a key factor when choosing a dog. Their handy size, around ten kilos, was also seen as a plus.
According to the Finnish Mittelspitz Association, the first mittelspitzes were brought to Finland in the late 1980s, and the breed’s popularity has been steadily growing ever since. Based on Finnish Kennel Club data, in 2024 the most registered German Spitz variety in Finland was the kleinspitz, followed by the mittelspitz and the pomeranian.
There are many coat colors within the breed. Here are three, modeled by Maija, Björn, and Frodo.
The dog forest is a safe setting for puppy meetups
The breeder of the puppies also attended the meetup, which turned out to be helpful for the new dog families. The puppy owners had the chance to ask an experienced breeder about feeding, teething, and other topics.
For almost all participants, this was their first time at Someron Koirametsä, or at any dog forest. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive: cleanliness and the sense of security provided by the fenced area were especially appreciated. Frodo’s personal highlight? Having lots of playmates!
A warm thank you to all the lovely mittels and their families for the visit and to the breeder Hinni Welin (Kennel Tariquun) for taking part. We hope the owners were inspired by the dog forest experience and will continue to enjoy relaxing outdoor adventures with their new family members in their local dog forests as well.
If you’re dreaming of hosting a puppy playdate, breed meetup, or a relaxed outing with dog friends, Someron Koirametsä offers the space, peace, and a touch of nature’s magic to make it happen.
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