The Swedish Lapland Dog is an ancient breed that has accompanied the nomadic Sami people in their activities of herding reindeer and hunting. Its endurance and resistance to extreme weather conditions make it an ideal companion for outdoor environments.
✨ Breed Characteristics
- Origin: Sweden
- Hypoallergenic? No
📊 Quick Facts
- Weight: 15-20 kg (male and female)
- Height: 45-50 cm (male), 40-45 cm (female)
- Lifespan: 12-17 years
- Exercise needs: 1.5 to 2 hours per day
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Suitable for apartment living with enough exercise and space)
🧠 Personality (out of 5 stars)
- Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Smart and responsive dog)
- Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Very affectionate and attached to its family)
- Protective: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Somewhat protective but calm)
- Playful: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Very playful, loves outdoor activities)
- Vocalizations: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Can bark, but moderately)
- Obedient: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Relatively obedient, though it has an independent spirit)
- Hunter: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Fairly strong hunting instinct)
- Calm: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Energetic but can be calm indoors)
- Athletic: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Very active, loves to expend energy)
- Independent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Rather dependent on its family but can be independent when needed)
🐾 Compatibility with
- Children: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Very sociable and protective with children)
- Other animals: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Gets along well with other animals, including other dogs)
- Strangers: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Reserved with strangers, but not aggressive)
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Can adapt to apartment living if its exercise needs are met)
🧼 Maintenance & care
- Ease of maintenance: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Moderate maintenance)
- Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (Reasonable cost)
- Frequency of care:
- Brushing: Once a week, more frequently during shedding (2-3 times a week).
- Other care: Ear cleaning, nail trimming, and dental care.
💰 Budget
- Purchase price: 800-1200 €
- Coût annuel moyen (vétérinaire, accessoires, alimentation) :
🏡 Important note
The Swedish Lapphund is best suited to an environment where it can expend energy freely, ideally with a large fenced yard. It is also an excellent companion for active families and nature lovers. Although it is resilient to harsh weather conditions, it also enjoys spending time indoors with its loved ones.
👉 Ideal for families with a large yard and an active lifestyle! 🌲🐾
