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Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund Comparison - Dog breed selector: Blue Heeler or Finnish Hunting Dog or Suomenlapinkoira? Find the right dog for you

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Name Australian Cattle Dog Finnish Spitz Finnish Lapphund
OriginsAustralia flagAustralia Finland flagFinland Finland flagFinland
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Companion Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Blue Heeler
Cattle Dog
Red Heeler
Queensland Heeler
Finnish Hunting Dog
Finnish Spets
Finsk Spets
Loulou Finois
Suomalainen Pystykorva
Suomenpystykorva
Barking Bird Dog
Suomenlapinkoira
Lapinkoira
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Lapphund? Which is the smallest dog, Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Lapphund?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Spitz? Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund weight comparison:
30-62 pounds (13-28 kg) 31-35 pounds (14-16 kg) 37-42 pounds (17-19 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
46 pounds (20.5 kg) 33 pounds (15 kg) 39.5 pounds (18 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Lapphund? Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund height comparison:
Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) 15-20 inches (38-51 cm) Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) 17.5 inches (44.5 cm) Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm)

Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Lapphund? Which is more expensive?
$500-$700 $500-$700 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Lapphund?
Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Finnish Spitz is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Finnish Lapphund is easier than average to get.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund intelligence:
Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund trainability comparison.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are easy to train.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Lapphund?
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are average watchdogs.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Lapphund? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are average defenders.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs are average defenders.
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Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Lapphund? Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Aggressive
Playful
Independent
Happy
Intelligent
Loyal
Vocal
Courageous
Friendly
Keen
Calm
Faithful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Finnish Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund?
Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Finnish Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Finnish Lapphund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund social needs comparison:
Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are a social breed.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Spitz is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Lapphund is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Finnish Spitz dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund playfulness comparison:
The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed.
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The Finnish Spitz is a playful breed.
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The Finnish Lapphund is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund?
Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks.
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A lot: Finnish Spitz is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Finnish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Lapphund?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Finnish Spitz breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Finnish Lapphund breed in the home.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Finnish Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Finnish Lapphund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Lapphund?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Finnish Spitz dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Lapphund?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Cattle Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Finnish Spitz bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Finnish Lapphund bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Australian Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Finnish Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Finnish Lapphund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund mouthiness comparison:
Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Finnish Spitz dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund?
The Australian Cattle Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Finnish Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.
Finnish Lapphunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Deafness
Eye Problems
Joint Problems
Epilepsy
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Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Finnish Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Finnish Lapphund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund lifespan comparison. How long do Australian Cattle Dog, Finnish Spitz and Finnish Lapphund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Finnish Spitz: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Finnish Lapphund: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Australian Cattle Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Finnish Spitz can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Finnish Lapphund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Lapphund? Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund energy level comparison:
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Finnish Spitz dogs are high-energy dogs.
Finnish Lapphund dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Lapphund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Australian Cattle Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Finnish Spitz dogs need a lot of exercises.
Finnish Lapphund dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Lapphund?
Australian Cattle Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Finnish Spitz dogs don't need too much sleep.
Finnish Lapphund dogs don't need too much sleep.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Lapphund?
1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Finnish Spitz has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Finnish Lapphund's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund coat comparison:
Dense Dense
Thick
Double
Fluffy
Colors
What are the original Australian Cattle Dog, Finnish Spitz and Finnish Lapphund color?
Red
Blue
Speckled
Mottled
Red
Gold
Black
Tan
Cream
Brown
Sable
Wolf
Blonde
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Lapphund? Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Finnish Spitz requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Lapphund? Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or {name3 shedding:
Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Finnish Spitz dogs shed moderately.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Lapphund?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund?

Medium

The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Finnish Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Finnish Lapphund has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Finnish Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Finnish Lapphund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Finnish Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Finnish Lapphund dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Lapphund? Which dog is more friendly?
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Finnish Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Finnish Lapphund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Lapphund?
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Finnish Spitz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Finnish Lapphund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Lapphund?
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Finnish Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Finnish Lapphund dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Lapphund?
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Finnish Spitz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Finnish Lapphund dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund?
Yes
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Finnish Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Finnish Lapphund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Australian Cattle Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Finnish Spitz is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Finnish Lapphund is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Australian Cattle Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Finnish Spitzs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Finnish Lapphunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Australian Cattle Dog or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Lapphund? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund?

Not really

Australian Cattle Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Finnish Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Finnish Lapphund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Australian Cattle Dog and Finnish Spitz and Finnish Lapphund have?
1-7 puppies, average 5 3-6 puppies 2-9 puppies

Australian Cattle Dog vs Finnish Spitz vs Finnish Lapphund Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
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