Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog Comparison – Which dog is better Suomenlapinkoira or Canis Islandicus?

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Name	Finnish Lapphund	Icelandic Sheepdog
Origins	Finland	Iceland
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Suomenlapinkoira Lapinkoira	Canis Islandicus Friaar Dog Iceland Dog Islandsk Farehond Islenskur Fjarhundur Icelandic Spitz
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Finnish Lapphund or Icelandic Sheepdog? Is the Finnish Lapphund bigger than the Icelandic Sheepdog breed? Is a Finnish Lapphund smaller than an Icelandic Sheepdog?	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Finnish Lapphund or Icelandic Sheepdog? Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog weight comparison:	37-42 pounds (17-19 kg)	20-30 pounds (9-14 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	39.5 pounds (18 kg)	25 pounds (11.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Finnish Lapphund or Icelandic Sheepdog? Is a Finnish Lapphund taller than an Icelandic Sheepdog?	Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm)	12-16 inches (31-41 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)	14 inches (36 cm)

Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Finnish Lapphund or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Finnish Lapphund and Icelandic Sheepdog?	$600-$800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Finnish Lapphund or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Frequent: The Finnish Lapphund is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Icelandic Sheepdog is easier than average to get.

Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Finnish Lapphund or Icelandic Sheepdog smarter? Which is best? Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog trainability comparison. What's the difference between Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are easy to train. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Finnish Lapphund or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Finnish Lapphund or Icelandic 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. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Finnish Lapphund or Icelandic Sheepdog? Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:	Courageous Friendly Keen Calm Faithful	Agile Energetic Alert Inquisitive Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	High: Finnish Lapphund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog social needs comparison:	Finnish Lapphund dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Lapphund is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Icelandic Sheepdog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog? Which can be better for hunting?	Finnish Lapphund dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog playfulness comparison:	The Finnish Lapphund is a playful breed. See more.	The Icelandic Sheepdog is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	A lot: Finnish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Icelandic Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Finnish Lapphund or Icelandic Sheepdog?	It is not recommended to keep the Finnish Lapphund breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Icelandic Sheepdog breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic 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.	Icelandic 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 Icelandic Sheepdog?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Finnish Lapphund or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Finnish Lapphund bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Icelandic Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Finnish Lapphund more dangerous than an Icelandic Sheepdog?	Low 🔽 The Finnish Lapphund has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Icelandic Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog mouthiness comparison:	Finnish Lapphund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	Finnish Lapphunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Icelandic Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Eye Problems
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	Frequent The Finnish Lapphund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Icelandic Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Finnish Lapphund and Icelandic Sheepdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Finnish Lapphund and Icelandic Sheepdog?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Finnish Lapphund: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Icelandic Sheepdog: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	Prefers cold weather The Finnish Lapphund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Icelandic Sheepdog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Finnish Lapphund or Icelandic Sheepdog? Does the Finnish Lapphund breed eat more than the Icelandic Sheepdog breed?	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic 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. See more.	Average: The Icelandic Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog coat comparison:	Fluffy	Dense Soft Wavy Thick Straight
Colors What are the original Finnish Lapphund and Icelandic Sheepdog color? Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog color comparison:	Black Tan Cream Brown Sable Wolf Blonde	Black Gray Red Cream White Fawn Chocolate Gold
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Finnish Lapphund or Icelandic Sheepdog? Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Icelandic Sheepdog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Finnish Lapphund or Icelandic Sheepdog? Do Finnish Lapphund dogs shed more than Icelandic Sheepdog dogs?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Finnish Lapphund or Icelandic Sheepdog?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Finnish Lapphund or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Medium ⏺ The Finnish Lapphund has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Icelandic Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	The Finnish Lapphund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Icelandic Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are generally with other pets.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Finnish Lapphund or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Finnish Lapphund or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Finnish Lapphund or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Finnish Lapphund or Icelandic Sheepdog? Can a Finnish Lapphund and an Icelandic Sheepdog be friends? Do Finnish Lapphund dogs get along with Icelandic Sheepdog dogs?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	Yes Finnish Lapphund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Icelandic 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.	Yes Icelandic Sheepdog is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Finnish Lapphunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Icelandic Sheepdogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Finnish Lapphund or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	Not really Finnish Lapphund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Icelandic Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.

Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Finnish Lapphund and Icelandic Sheepdog have? Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog litter size comparison:	2-9 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic 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 2010 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc.

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Emma
Mar 24, 2021, 4:20:12 PM:
This is completely inaccurate— Icelandics are known for being intelligent dogs and having very few health issues due to strict breeding regulations. I’m sure there’s more inaccuracies, but I’m not going to waste time reading the rest.