🐕 Lapinporokoira (or Finnish Lapphund)
The Finnish Lapphund, also known as Lapinporokoira, was developed to protect reindeer herds from Sámi herders. The infusion of German Shepherd and Collie blood has enhanced its specific abilities over time. It is now recognized for its effectiveness as a herding dog while being a loyal and affectionate companion.
✨ Breed Characteristics
- Name: Finnish Lapphund (Lapinporokoira)
- Origin: Finland
- Type: Herding dog of spitz type
- Hypoallergenic? No ❌
📊 Quick Facts
- Weight:
- Male: 25-27 kg
- Female: 25-27 kg
- Height:
- Male: 49-54 cm
- Female: 43-49 cm
- Life expectancy: 12-15 years
- Exercise needs: 1.5 to 2 hours per day
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (not ideal, but possible with enough exercise)
🧠 Personality (out of 5 stars)
- Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Protective: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Playful: ⭐☆☆☆☆
- Vocalizations: ⭐☆☆☆☆
- Obedient: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Hunter: ⭐☆☆☆☆
- Calm: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Athletic: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Independent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
🐾 Compatibility with
- Children: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (very compatible, but may be a bit reserved with young children)
- Other animals: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (good with other animals)
- Strangers: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (may be reserved and not particularly friendly with strangers)
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (prefers to have space, but can adapt if exercise is sufficient)
🧼 Maintenance & care
- Ease of maintenance: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐☆☆☆
- Care frequency:
- Grooming: It has a dense double coat that requires regular brushing, especially during shedding periods. Weekly brushing is generally sufficient, but additional grooming is needed during shedding times.
- Hygiene: Ears, teeth, and nails should be checked and maintained regularly.
- Exercise: Daily physical exercise is essential for this energetic breed. It loves to be active and needs space to run, ideally a large yard or long walks.
💰 Budget
- Purchase price: 1000-1200 €
- Coût annuel moyen (vétérinaire, accessoires, alimentation) :
🏡 Important note
The Finnish Lapphund is an active breed that needs large amounts of exercise to be happy. While it is affectionate and protective of its family, it is reserved with strangers. It prefers to have space to expend energy and is not suited for apartment living unless its owner can provide enough exercise and stimulation. Ideally, a house with a large garden would be perfect for this dynamic breed. 🌲🐕
