Height: 1ft 5in - 1ft 8in
Weight: 33-53lbs
Lifespan: 12 - 15 Years
- Affection4/5
- Kid-Friendly3/5
- Stranger-Friendly3/5
- Dog-Friendly3/5
- Barking Amount4/5
- Grooming Difficulty2/5
- Shedding Amount3/5
- Easy to Train4/5
- Can Be Alone3/5
- Exercise Need3/5
- Cold Tolerance5/5
- Heat Tolerance2/5
- Apartment-Friendly2/5
Finnish Lapphund Information
The Finnish Lapphund is built for hard work in cold temperatures. Originally, the breed helped members of the Sami tribe in Finland, Sweden and part of Russia. Around 1940, a concentrated effort was made to expand the reach of the breed, and it has been slowly gaining traction.
As a pet, the Finnish Lapphund is agile and alert. At home he’s friendly and calm (most of the time); around strangers, however, he can be a bit reserved. When you take one look at his sweet, Nordic-looking face and fluffy fur coat, you’ll be smitten!
Can Finnish Lapphunds be apartment dogs?
The Finnish Lapphund needs room to run and play. That makes them difficult to keep in a small apartment.
Can Finnish Lapphunds be left alone?
While Finnish Lapphunds prefer to be around their owners, they can do fairly well when left alone if necessary.
Are Finnish Lapphunds good with kids?
Finnish Lapphunds can do fine with kids. They need some monitoring and training so they react well to unpredictable behavior.
Are Finnish Lapphunds friendly with strangers?
Although Finnish Lapphunds can take a bit to warm up, they are mostly friendly with strangers.
Do Finnish Lapphunds get along with other dogs?
Although Finnish Lapphunds will mostly get along with other dogs, they may have some issues that socialization can help.
Do Finnish Lapphunds bark a lot?
Most Finnish Lapphunds bark fairly often, which can be a nuisance. Some of it can be limited, but barking is part of their nature.
Do Finnish Lapphunds shed a lot?
Finnish Lapphunds shed a medium amount. They have seasonal shedding, but they aren't terrible to clean up after.
Do Finnish Lapphunds need a lot of grooming?
Finnish Lapphunds don't require very much grooming. Typical maintenance and baths are enough.
Do Finnish Lapphunds need a lot of exercise?
A Finnish Lapphund needs a moderate amount of exercise. Plan some walks or a game of fetch during the day.
Are Finnish Lapphunds easy to train?
Typically, Finnish Lapphunds are easy to train. They enjoy working with their owner and are quick to learn.
Can Finnish Lapphunds handle cold weather?
If you live in a cold climate, Finnish Lapphunds will do extremely well and may even enjoy being outside in chilly weather.
Can Finnish Lapphunds handle hot weather?
Be careful with Finnish Lapphunds in the heat. They don't do well in hot climates for long periods.
