The Finnish Spitz presents a fox-like picture. The breed has long been used to hunt small game and birds. The pointed muzzle, erect ears, dense coat and curled tail denote its northern heritage. The Finnish Spitz' whole being shows liveliness, which is especially evident in the eyes, ears and tail.
Males are decidedly masculine without coarseness.
Bitches are decidedly feminine without over-refinement. Any deviation from the ideal described in the standard should be penalized to the extent of the deviation. Structural faults common to all breeds are as undesirable in the Finnish Spitz as in any other breed, even though such faults may not be specifically mentioned in the standard. Proportion - Square, length from forechest to buttocks equal to height from withers to ground. The coat may distort the square appearance.