Finnish Lapphund
This Arctic spitz breed once herded reindeer, maybe even for Santa!
Height: 17.5 to 20.5 inches at shoulder
Weight: 33 to 53 pounds
Coat: long and profuse
Life span: 12 to 15 years
Breed Group: Herding Dogs
Believe it or not, this hard-working dog earned his keep herding reindeer in his native Lapland, in the far north of Finland. Friendly and gentle, the Finnish Lapphund retains a strong herding instinct.
Finnish Lapphund profile on DogTime.com
General Characteristics
Amount of shedding
  
  
  
  
  
Cold tolerance
  
  
  
  
  
Ease at being home alone
  
  
  
  
  
Heat tolerance
  
  
  
  
  
Need for exercise
  
  
  
  
  
Playfulness
  
  
  
  
  
Vigor
  
  
  
  
  
Wanderlust
  
  
  
  
  
Mouthiness
  
  
  
  
  
Watchdog ability
  
  
  
  
  
Affectionate with family
  
  
  
  
  
Compatible with kids
  
  
  
  
  
General health
  
  
  
  
  
Good for novice owners