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Finnish Lapphund

Finnish Lapphund

5.0
12 - 15 yearsLife Expectancy

Medium-sized, sturdy spitz-type dog with a thick profuse double coat and fox-like features, originally bred for herding reindeer in arctic conditions by the Sami people

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Traits:
  • Good with Kids
  • Dog Friendly
  • Friendly Stranger
  • Easy to Train
  • Medium Energy
  • Easy Grooming
  • Playful
  • Protective

Breed Statistics

  • Energy Level3/5
  • Trainability4/5
  • Playfulness3/5
  • Protectiveness3/5
  • Barking5/5
  • Drooling2/5
  • Good with Children4/5
  • Good with Other Dogs3/5
  • Good with Strangers4/5
  • Shedding4/5
  • Coat Length1/5
  • Grooming2/5

Physical Attributes

Height (Male)18 - 21 inches
Height (Female)18 - 21 inches
Weight (Male)33 - 53 lbs
Weight (Female)33 - 53 lbs

Breed History

Ancient spitz breed developed by the indigenous Sami people of Lapland to herd and guard reindeer in Arctic conditions. Nearly extinct after WWII but successfully restored by dedicated Finnish breeders, officially recognized by Finnish Kennel Club in 1945