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Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Suomenlapinkoira or Little Blue Dog or Dwarf Scotch Shepherd? Find the right dog for you

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Name Finnish Lapphund Australian Shepherd Shetland Sheepdog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Suomenlapinkoira
Lapinkoira
Little Blue Dog
Aussie
Dwarf Scotch Shepherd
Sheltie
Shetland Collie
Toonie Dog
Miniature Collie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Finnish Lapphund or Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Finnish Lapphund or Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
Medium Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Finnish Lapphund or Australian Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog weight comparison:
37-42 pounds (17-19 kg) Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) 14-27 pounds (6-12 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
39.5 pounds (18 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) 20.5 pounds (9 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Finnish Lapphund or Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog height comparison:
Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm) Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm) 13-16 inches (33-41 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm) Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm) 14.5 inches (37 cm)

Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Finnish Lapphund or Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $600-$800 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Finnish Lapphund or Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
Frequent: The Finnish Lapphund is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Shetland Sheepdog is quite easy to get.

Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Shetland Sheepdog is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog trainability comparison.
Finnish Lapphund dogs are easy to train.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Finnish Lapphund or Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
Finnish Lapphund dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Finnish Lapphund or Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Finnish Lapphund dogs are average defenders.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Finnish Lapphund or Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:
Courageous
Friendly
Keen
Calm
Faithful
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
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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Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Shetland Sheepdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?
High: Finnish Lapphund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Shetland Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog social needs comparison:
Finnish Lapphund dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Lapphund is strong enough to escape from home.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Finnish Lapphund dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Shetland Sheepdog 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 vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog playfulness comparison:
The Finnish Lapphund is a playful breed.
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The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Shetland Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?
A lot: Finnish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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A lot: Shetland Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Finnish Lapphund or Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
It is not recommended to keep the Finnish Lapphund breed in the home.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Australian Shepherd indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Shetland Sheepdog breed in the home.

Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Finnish Lapphund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Shetland Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Finnish Lapphund or Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Australian Shepherd 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.
Shetland Sheepdog 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.

Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Finnish Lapphund or Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Finnish Lapphund bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Finnish Lapphund has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?
Finnish Lapphunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Shetland Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Deafness
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Distichiasis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Detached Retina
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Epilepsy
Heart Problems
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Collie Eye Anomaly
Haemophilia
Trichiasis
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Finnish Lapphund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Shetland Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Finnish Lapphund, Australian Shepherd and Shetland Sheepdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Finnish Lapphund: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Shetland Sheepdog: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?
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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Shetland Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Finnish Lapphund or Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog energy level comparison:
Finnish Lapphund dogs are high-energy dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Finnish Lapphund or Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Finnish Lapphund dogs need a lot of exercises.
Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Shetland Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Finnish Lapphund or Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
Finnish Lapphund dogs don't need too much sleep.
Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Finnish Lapphund or Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups 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? Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Finnish Lapphund's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Shetland Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity.
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Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog coat comparison:
Fluffy Feathered Dense
Colors
What are the original Finnish Lapphund, Australian Shepherd and Shetland Sheepdog color?
Black
Tan
Cream
Brown
Sable
Wolf
Blonde
Black
Red
Blue
Merle
Black
Tan
Blue
White
Sable
Merle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Finnish Lapphund or Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Australian Shepherd 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 Finnish Lapphund or Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Finnish Lapphund or Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Finnish Lapphund dogs are heavy shedders.
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Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Finnish Lapphund or Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog 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, Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?

Medium

The Finnish Lapphund has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

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

Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog 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: Finnish Lapphund or Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? 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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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: Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?

Not really

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

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

Shetland Sheepdog 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.

Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog 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 Finnish Lapphund and Australian Shepherd and Shetland Sheepdog have?
2-9 puppies 6-9 puppies, average 7 4-6 puppies

Finnish Lapphund vs Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Australian Shepherd Club Of America
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
Canadian Canine Registry

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