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Finnish Lapphund

5.0 (1 reviews)Finland#173
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Key Takeaways

  • Medium breed belonging to the Pastoral / Herding Dogs group, known for typical breed characteristics.
  • High-energy breed best suited for active owners who can provide plenty of daily exercise and mental stimulation.
  • Easy to train and a good choice for first-time owners; responds well to positive reinforcement.
  • Heavy shedder that requires frequent grooming and regular coat maintenance.

Quick Facts

Group

Pastoral / Herding Dogs

Size

Medium

Life Span

11-15 years

Popularity

#173

Puppy Price

$600-$800

Energy Level

High

Shedding Level

Frequent

Trainability

Easy to Train

Common Names & Aliases

SuomenlapinkoiraLapinkoira
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⚖️Finnish Lapphund Pros & Cons

Advantages

  • Training Difficulty:Highly trainable, great for first-time owners

  • Affection Level:Exceptionally devoted and affectionate

  • Lifestyle Adaptability:Exceptionally adaptable, thrives anywhere

  • Child Compatibility:Exceptionally child-friendly, perfect family pet

  • Dog Friendly:Exceptionally social, thrives in multi-dog homes

Disadvantages

  • Allergy Friendliness:Not hypoallergenic, may trigger allergies

  • Grooming Requirements:Very high maintenance, daily grooming required

  • Shedding Level:Very heavy shedding, high maintenance

  • Energy Rating:Very high energy, needs constant activity

  • Activity Requirement / Exercise Need:Very high exercise demands, needs athletic owner

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Price and Availability

Price Range

$600-$800

If you choose to purchase the Finnish Lapphund, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders' sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Finnish Lapphund for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Finnish Lapphund gets to a happy place.

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Availability

4/5

Availability

Frequent: The Finnish Lapphund is easier than average to get. Maybe there is some risk of overbreeding, as it is a popular breed.

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History

Originally these Spitz-type companions were bred by the Sami people who are an indigenous group now divided in northern counties. They considered standardizing the breed before WWII since it almost went extinct due to a distemper outbreak.

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Recognition

Classifications

AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.

This breed is recognized by the following organizations:

American Kennel Club
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Finnish Lapphund is not hypoallergenic, so it may trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.

The Finnish Lapphund demands daily grooming and frequent professional grooming to maintain coat health.

The Finnish Lapphund sheds excessively throughout the year, requiring daily grooming and cleanup.

The Finnish Lapphund is extremely energetic and needs constant activity throughout the day, ideal for very active owners who enjoy outdoor adventures.

highly trainable and eager to please, making the Finnish Lapphund ideal for first-time dog owners who want a responsive companion.

The Finnish Lapphund is exceptionally patient and protective with children of all ages.

The Finnish Lapphund is exceptionally social with all dogs and thrives in multi-dog environments.

The Finnish Lapphund demands extensive daily exercise and thrives with athletic activities like running or hiking.

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Finnish Lapphund Comments, Reviews and Questions

Delta

2021-02-14

Other than being mouthy she is very intelligent and learns fast. Loves to give hugs and kisses.

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