Feist

Feist may refer to multiple topics, including a Canadian singer-songwriter who records under the stage name Feist, a category of small hunting dogs in North America, and a surname.

Feist, the musician, is a Canadian singer-songwriter and guitarist who released several solo albums beginning in the early 2000s. She achieved international prominence with the 2007 album The Reminder, a blend of indie folk, pop, and chamber influences. The album features the widely known single 1234, which gained additional attention after its use in a commercial. Feist has continued to release music and collaborate with other artists, earning critical praise and several awards and nominations over the years.

Feist also refers to a loosely defined group of small to medium-sized hunting dogs developed in the United States for searching and treeing small game. They descend from terrier-type stock and other hunting dogs and are kept as working dogs and companions. Feists are known for their energy, intelligence, and bold temperament; sizes, coats, and exact lineage can vary. They have historically been used to hunt raccoon, opossum, and other small game in rural settings.

As a surname, Feist is used by various individuals and appears in different cultural contexts. The term’s usage in music, dogs, and as a family name contributes to its diverse presence in English-language reference sources.