Finnish Lapphund is normally small to medium size and sturdy built dog. He brings with him upright ears and a very happy facial expression. This breed of dog is normally eager to please, friendly and agile.
History and Health :
- History :
This dog is related closely to Swedish Lapphund. Both of these breeds originated from Lapland. The area includes parts of Russia, Sweden, Finland, and Norway. Initially, the dog was used for guarding and hunting.
- Health :
Generally, this breed is healthy and hearty. However, he brings with him certain health concerns. Some of these include hip dysplasia, cataracts, and Generalized Progressive Retinal Atrophy (GPRA).
Temperament & Personality :
- Personality :
The dog is adaptable, affectionate, willing, and intelligent. They bring with them natural herding instincts. These dogs have a tendency to consistently bark whenever he feels there is some form of trouble. Of great importance to note is that this dog can bark for long, which can turn out to be quite a nuisance. If you want to minimize this barking, it is easy.
All you need to do is train your dog to bark for limited periods because most times you will be responding to his barking. The fact that they can really bark when they want to means that these dogs can act as impeccable watchdogs. The good thing is that they are excellent family dogs. They will intermingle brilliantly with other dogs and children as well. They are great companions and pets for sure.
- Activity Requirements :
This dog has the ability to compete in many games. You can count on him for dog agility trials, and events such as herding, tracking, flyball, showmanship, rally obedience, obedience, mushing and carting. You can measure herding instincts as well as trainability at noncompetitive herding tests. These dogs normally exhibit basic instincts of herding. Training them to compete in events and herding trials is easy. You should also take the dog for runs and walks.
- Trainability :
The dog is very to train and coach.
- Behavioral Traits :
He is well mannered in most if not all times.
Appearance & Grooming :
- Appearance :
This dog is string built and medium sized. He brings with him a profuse coat and highly mobile as well as pricked ears. The dog usually has long snout and hair too. His coat is dense and short. In most cases, the coat comes in handy in making the dog waterproof. He can resist any form of cold. This is a huge plus for anyone living in cold regions and needs a dog for companionship. You can mistake the dog for a mane because of the profuse hair around the neck and head. The good thing is that despite the coat being profuse; it normally requires modest amounts of maintenance.
- Size and Weight :
The males normally stand at nineteen to twenty inches tall by the shoulder while the females usually stand at seventeen to eighteen inches tall by the shoulder. The dog’s weight can range from thirty-three to fifty-three pounds.
- Coat & Color :
He brings with him double coat that is dense and profuse. This favors the dog in the sense that he can reside even in the harshest of conditions. His outer coat is normally long and coarse. The undercoat on the other hand is dense, soft, and short. You can find the dog with hair along or on the skull as well as front parts of his legs. Hair is also present on the tail, thighs, and brisket.
The cheeks, throat, and neck normally form a protective ruff. In terms of color, the dog can come in a variety of colors. You can also get numerous markings on one dog. Colors are mostly expected to be on the legs, tail tip, chest, neck, and head.
- Grooming :
The good thing is that this breed is not hard when it comes to grooming. Starting consistent grooming when he is young is highly advisable. Early grooming habits ensure the dog remains tidy and clean even when he is old.
- Body Type :
The dog’s body length is usually longer compared to height. It is normally measured from the withers to the ground. His body is flexible, compact, and deep. The body’s topline is moderately short and level. His ribs are normally extended brilliantly and moderately spring out from his spine. They then curve inward and down thus forming a relatively deep body. The dog’s fore-chest is excellently developed. His brisket extends close to his elbow. His loin is usually short, broad and well muscled. The dog’s croup is proportionately broad and long. It is also slightly muscular and sloping. The belly is relatively tucked up.
Characteristics :
- The dog is friendly with kids
- The dog is very friendly with cats
- He is more than friendly with this other dog counterparts
- He is easy to train
- He is minimal when it comes to shedding
- The dog is an excellent watchdog
- He is more than intelligent
- He does not require much grooming
- The dog is very popular
- This dog is quick to adapt to new environments
- It is a NO when it comes to hypoallergenic
Tasty Tidbits :
He has huge food appetites; therefore, provide meals to the dog whenever he or she is in need.
Care :
Taking care of this dog is effortless.
Feeding :
Feed the dog every day. Ensure the meals are divided into portions rather than giving him one whole sum meal.
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Information and Facts of Finnish Lapphund :
- Finnish Lapphund is the dog’s full name
- Other names are Suomenlapinkoira and Lapinkoira
- Country of origin is Finland
- The Size Type is Medium dog Breeds
- The Breed Group is Northern Breeds (UKC)
- The dog has a lifespan of between twelve to fourteen years
- He is keen, calm, faithful, courageous and friendly
- The female stands at sixteen to nineteen inches tall
- The male stands at eighteen to twenty inches tall
- Both the male and female weigh roughly fifteen to twenty four kilograms
- The dog comes in an array of colors such as brown, red, sable, black, wolf-sable and white
- The average puppy price is $600-$700
