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Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz Comparison - Dog breed selector: Suomenlapinkoira or Bjelkier or Deutscher Spitz? Find the right dog for you

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Name Finnish Lapphund Samoyed German Spitz
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Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Sled Dogs Companion Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Suomenlapinkoira
Lapinkoira
Bjelkier
Nenetskaya Laika
Sammy
Samoiedskaya Sobaka
Smiley
Samoyedskaya
Deutscher Spitz
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or German Spitz? Which is the smallest dog, Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or German Spitz?
Medium Medium Small
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or Samoyed? Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz weight comparison:
37-42 pounds (17-19 kg) Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg) Male: 24-33 pounds (11-15 kg), Female: 18-27 pounds (8-12 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
39.5 pounds (18 kg) Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) Male: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or German Spitz? Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz height comparison:
Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm) Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm) Male: 19-23 inches (48-58 cm), Female: 15-19 inches (38-48 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: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm) Male: 21 inches (53 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)

Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or German Spitz? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $1200-$1500 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or German Spitz?
Frequent: The Finnish Lapphund is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.
Average: The German Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.

Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: German Spitz is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz trainability comparison.
Finnish Lapphund dogs are easy to train.
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Samoyed dogs are easy to train.
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German Spitz dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or German Spitz?
Finnish Lapphund dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs.
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German Spitz dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or German Spitz? 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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Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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German Spitz dogs are average defenders.
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Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or German Spitz? Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz behavior/temperament comparison:
Courageous
Friendly
Keen
Calm
Faithful
Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Sociable
Independent
Devoted
Lively
Attentive
Trainable
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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Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: German Spitz 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 Samoyed vs German Spitz?
High: Finnish Lapphund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: German Spitz dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz social needs comparison:
Finnish Lapphund dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Samoyed dogs are a social breed.
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German Spitz 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 Finnish Lapphund is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home.
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German Spitz dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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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Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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German Spitz dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz playfulness comparison:
The Finnish Lapphund is a playful breed.
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Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The German Spitz is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz?
A lot: Finnish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The German Spitz is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or German Spitz?
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 Samoyed indoors.
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 German Spitz indoors.

Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz 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.
Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: German Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or German Spitz?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Samoyed 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.

Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or German Spitz?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Finnish Lapphund bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

German Spitz bite force: Weak.
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 Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz health comparison. Which is the healthier: Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz?
Finnish Lapphunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
German Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Diabetes
Pulmonic Stenosis
Luxating Patella
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Dental Problems
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 Samoyed should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The German Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz lifespan comparison. How long do Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed and German Spitz breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Finnish Lapphund: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Spitz: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz?
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 cold weather
The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or German Spitz? Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz energy level comparison:
Finnish Lapphund dogs are high-energy dogs.
Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Spitz dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or German Spitz? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Finnish Lapphund dogs need a lot of exercises.
Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
German Spitz dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or German Spitz?
Finnish Lapphund dogs don't need too much sleep.
Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or German Spitz?
2 to 2.5 cup 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. 1 to 1.5 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 Samoyed vs German Spitz 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 Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The German Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz coat comparison:
Fluffy Dense Dense
Straight
Colors
What are the original Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed and German Spitz color?
Black
Tan
Cream
Brown
Sable
Wolf
Blonde
Cream
White
Biscuit
Black
White
Orange
Tricolor
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or German Spitz? Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The German Spitz requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or German Spitz? Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or {name3 shedding:
Finnish Lapphund dogs are heavy shedders.
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Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders.
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German Spitz dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or German Spitz?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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 Samoyed vs German Spitz 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 Samoyed vs German Spitz?

Medium

The Finnish Lapphund has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Spitz 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 Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The German Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz Good With Comparison

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

Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz 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 Samoyed or German Spitz? 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: Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz?

Not really

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

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

German Spitz 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 Samoyed vs German Spitz 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 Samoyed and German Spitz have?
2-9 puppies 4-6 puppies 2-4 puppies

Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs German Spitz 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 1906 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Sledge Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz 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
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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service

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