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Name	Finnish Lapphund	Shiba Inu	Cockapoo
Origins	Finland	Japan	United States
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Suomenlapinkoira Lapinkoira	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog	Cockerdoodle Spoodle Cockerpoo
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Finnish Lapphund or Shiba Inu or Cockapoo? Which is the smallest dog, Finnish Lapphund or Shiba Inu or Cockapoo?	Medium	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Finnish Lapphund or Shiba Inu or Shiba Inu? Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo weight comparison:	37-42 pounds (17-19 kg)	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)	12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	39.5 pounds (18 kg)	Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg)	18 pounds (5.7.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Finnish Lapphund or Shiba Inu or Cockapoo? Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo height comparison:	Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	10-15 inches (25-38 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: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Finnish Lapphund or Shiba Inu or Cockapoo? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$800-$1000	$900-$1100
Availability Which is easier to get, Finnish Lapphund or Shiba Inu or Cockapoo?	Frequent: The Finnish Lapphund is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Cockapoo is easier than average to get.

Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo trainability comparison.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Finnish Lapphund or Shiba Inu or Cockapoo?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Finnish Lapphund or Shiba Inu or Cockapoo? 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.	Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Finnish Lapphund or Shiba Inu or Cockapoo? Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo behavior/temperament comparison:	Courageous Friendly Keen Calm Faithful	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming	Playful Loving Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Going Social Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo?	High: Finnish Lapphund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Cockapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo social needs comparison:	Finnish Lapphund dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are a social breed. See more.
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. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Cockapoo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
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. See more.	Shiba Inu 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. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo playfulness comparison:	The Finnish Lapphund is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Cockapoo is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo?	A lot: Finnish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Cockapoo barks occasionally. 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 Shiba Inu or Cockapoo?	It is not recommended to keep the Finnish Lapphund breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Cockapoo breed.
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Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo 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.	Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Cockapoo 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 Shiba Inu or Cockapoo?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Cockapoo 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 Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Finnish Lapphund or Shiba Inu or Cockapoo?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Finnish Lapphund bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cockapoo bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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 Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Cockapoo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo mouthiness comparison:	Finnish Lapphund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Cockapoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo?	Finnish Lapphunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Cockapoo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax	Luxating Patella Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
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 Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Cockapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo lifespan comparison. How long do Finnish Lapphund, Shiba Inu and Cockapoo 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 Shiba Inu: 13 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Cockapoo: 16 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo?	Prefers cold weather The Finnish Lapphund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Finnish Lapphund or Shiba Inu or Cockapoo? Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo energy level comparison:	Finnish Lapphund dogs are high-energy dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Cockapoo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Finnish Lapphund or Shiba Inu or Cockapoo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Finnish Lapphund dogs need a lot of exercises.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need.	Cockapoo dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Finnish Lapphund or Shiba Inu or Cockapoo?	Finnish Lapphund dogs don't need too much sleep.	Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Cockapoo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Finnish Lapphund or Shiba Inu or Cockapoo?	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo 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.	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cockapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo coat comparison:	Fluffy	Dense	Curly Wavy
Colors What are the original Finnish Lapphund, Shiba Inu and Cockapoo color?	Black Tan Cream Brown Sable Wolf Blonde	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame	Black Tan Red White Silver Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Finnish Lapphund or Shiba Inu or Cockapoo? Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Finnish Lapphund or Shiba Inu or Cockapoo? Finnish Lapphund or Shiba Inu or {name3 shedding:	Finnish Lapphund dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are low shedders. 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 Shiba Inu or Cockapoo?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo?	Medium ⏺ The Finnish Lapphund has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cockapoo 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. See more.	The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cockapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are generally with other pets.	Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Cockapoo dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Finnish Lapphund or Shiba Inu or Cockapoo? Which dog is more friendly?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Cockapoo dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Finnish Lapphund or Shiba Inu or Cockapoo?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Cockapoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Finnish Lapphund or Shiba Inu or Cockapoo?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Cockapoo dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Finnish Lapphund or Shiba Inu or Cockapoo?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Cockapoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo?	Yes Finnish Lapphund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Cockapoo 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 Shiba Inu is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Cockapoo 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.	Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.	Cockapoos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo 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.	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 Shiba Inu or Cockapoo? 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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 Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo?	Not really Finnish Lapphund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cockapoo 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.	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo 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. See more.	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 Shiba Inu and Cockapoo have?	2-9 puppies	2-4 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Finnish Lapphund vs Shiba Inu vs Cockapoo 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 1992 as a Non-Sporting 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 Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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. 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	American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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