Bắc Hà

Alert, loyal, intelligent, protective, independent

Medium-sized spitz-type dog from the mountainous regions of northern Vietnam, known for its dense double coat, wedge-shaped head, and distinctive lion-like mane. Alert and loyal breed adapted to cold mountain climates.

Origin

Bắc Hà District, Lào Cai Province, northern Vietnam

Life span

12-15 yrs

Weight (lbs)

Male: 40-55; Female: 35-48

Height (in)

Male: 18-22; Female: 16-20

Group

Spitz and Primitive Types