  Finnish Lapphund
Finnish Lapphund
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group: spitz/northern
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height: m
18-21" / 45.72- 53.34 cm , f 16-18.5" / 40.64-46.99
cm |
| types: |
weight: 44-47
lbs /
19.96-21.32 kg |
| colors: |
any |
| physical traits: |
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| hair type: |
profuse double coat, medium
length coarse outer coat, soft, thick, dense undercoat |
personality/
temperament: |
intelligent, friendly, sociable,
affectionate, loyal, faithful, playful, active, energetic,
brave, calm, eager to learn, tendency to shepherd is innate
in the breed |
maintenance/
special needs:
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easy to train, regular grooming,
exercise, not recommended for city life. some may have tendency
to chase things |
| nicknames: |
Lapinkoira, Lapland Dog |
| origination: |
Finland |
| bred for: |
reindeer herding |
| identifying traits: |
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| ideal for: |
companion, herder, watchdog
but too gentle to be a guarder, estate dog, country life,
outdoors, cooler climates - uncomfortable in warmer climates,
agility trials, good with other pets |
| good with kids? |
yes |
| life expectancy: |
11-12 yrs |
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| kennel clubs: |
fci -(Nordic Watchdog and
Herder breeds group), akc -(fss), ukc -(northern dog breeds
group), uk - (pastoral dog breeds group), arba -(spitz dog
breeds group) aukc, nzkc -(working dog breeds group) |
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