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Finnish Spitz vs Norrbottenspets vs Swedish Lapphund Comparison - Dog breed selector: Finnish Hunting Dog or Norrbottenspitz or Svensk Lapphund? Find the right dog for you

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Name Finnish Spitz Norrbottenspets Swedish Lapphund
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund breeds.
Finnish Hunting Dog
Finnish Spets
Finsk Spets
Loulou Finois
Suomalainen Pystykorva
Suomenpystykorva
Barking Bird Dog
Norrbottenspitz
Pohjanpystykorva
Nordic Spitz
Svensk Lapphund
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Finnish Spitz vs Norrbottenspets vs Swedish Lapphund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund? Compare adult weight ranges.
31-35 pounds (14-16 kg) Male: 24-33 pounds (11-15 kg), Female: 18-27 pounds (8-12 kg) Male: 40-44 pounds (18–20 kg), Female: 35-44 pounds (16–18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
33 pounds (15 kg) Male: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg) Male: 42 pounds (18–20 kg), Female: 39.5 pounds (16–18 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Finnish Spitz or Norrbottenspets or Swedish Lapphund? Finnish Spitz vs Norrbottenspets vs Swedish Lapphund height comparison:
15-20 inches (38-51 cm) Male: 17.72 inches (45 cm), Female: 16.54 inches (42 cm) Male: 18-20 inches (45-51 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
17.5 inches (44.5 cm) Male: 17.72 inches (45 cm), Female: 16.54 inches (42 cm) Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)

Finnish Spitz vs Norrbottenspets vs Swedish Lapphund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Find price differences between these breeds.
$500-$700 $600-$800 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Finnish Spitz or Norrbottenspets or Swedish Lapphund?
Frequent: The Finnish Spitz is easier than average to get.
Average: The Norrbottenspets is a commonly available dog breed.
Average: The Swedish Lapphund is a commonly available dog breed.

Finnish Spitz vs Norrbottenspets vs Swedish Lapphund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which is easiest to train?
Finnish Spitz dogs are easy to train.
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Norrbottenspets dogs are quite easy to train.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which breed is most alert?
Finnish Spitz dogs are average watchdogs.
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Norrbottenspets dogs are average watchdogs.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which breed is most protective?
Finnish Spitz dogs are average defenders.
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Norrbottenspets dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Finnish Spitz vs Norrbottenspets vs Swedish Lapphund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Independent
Happy
Intelligent
Loyal
Vocal
Active
Alert
Confident
Attentive
Daring
Alert
Affectionate
Lively
Kind
Trainable
Versatile
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Finnish Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Norrbottenspets dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Finnish Spitz vs Norrbottenspets vs Swedish Lapphund?
High: Finnish Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Norrbottenspets dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Swedish Lapphund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Finnish Spitz vs Norrbottenspets vs Swedish Lapphund social needs comparison:
Finnish Spitz dogs are a social breed.
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Norrbottenspets dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Swedish Lapphund 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 Spitz is strong enough to escape from home.
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Norrbottenspets dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Swedish Lapphund is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Finnish Spitz dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Norrbottenspets 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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Their prey drive is low.
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Finnish Spitz vs Norrbottenspets vs Swedish Lapphund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which breed is most vocal?
A lot: Finnish Spitz is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Norrbottenspets is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Swedish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which breed is most playful?
The Finnish Spitz is a playful breed.
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Average: Norrbottenspetss, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Swedish Lapphund is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Finnish Spitz breed.
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 Norrbottenspets indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Swedish Lapphund breed in the home.

Finnish Spitz vs Norrbottenspets vs Swedish Lapphund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Finnish Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Norrbottenspets dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Swedish Lapphund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Finnish Spitz or Norrbottenspets or Swedish Lapphund?
Finnish Spitz dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Norrbottenspets dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Swedish Lapphund 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 Spitz vs Norrbottenspets vs Swedish Lapphund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Finnish Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Norrbottenspets has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Swedish Lapphund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which uses mouth most during play?
Finnish Spitz dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Norrbottenspets dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Finnish Spitz bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Norrbottenspets bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Swedish Lapphund bite force: Ordinary.

Finnish Spitz vs Norrbottenspets vs Swedish Lapphund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Finnish Spitz: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Norrbottenspets: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Swedish Lapphund: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers cold weather
The Finnish Spitz can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Swedish Lapphund can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which has fewer health issues?
Finnish Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.
Norrbottenspetss tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Swedish Lapphunds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Finnish Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Norrbottenspets should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Swedish Lapphund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Finnish Spitz vs Norrbottenspets vs Swedish Lapphund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Finnish Spitz vs Norrbottenspets vs Swedish Lapphund health problems comparison:
Eye Problems
Joint Problems
Epilepsy
No data available Allergies
Ear Infections
Eye Infections

Finnish Spitz vs Norrbottenspets vs Swedish Lapphund Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Finnish Spitz vs Norrbottenspets vs Swedish Lapphund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Finnish Spitz has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Norrbottenspets has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Swedish Lapphund has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which needs most food?
2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups 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.

Finnish Spitz vs Norrbottenspets vs Swedish Lapphund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. What colors are available?
Red
Gold
Tan
White
Brown
Yellow
Blonde
Black
White
Brown
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Finnish Spitz requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Norrbottenspets doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Swedish Lapphund requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which drools least?
The Finnish Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Norrbottenspets is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Swedish Lapphund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Finnish Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Norrbottenspets has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Swedish Lapphund has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Thick
Double
Dense
Rough
Straight
Double
Fluffy
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Finnish Spitz or Norrbottenspets or Swedish Lapphund? Finnish Spitz or Norrbottenspets or {name3 shedding:
Finnish Spitz dogs shed moderately.
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Norrbottenspets dogs shed moderately.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs are heavy shedders.
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Finnish Spitz vs Norrbottenspets vs Swedish Lapphund Good With Comparison

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

Finnish Spitz vs Norrbottenspets vs Swedish Lapphund As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

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

Swedish Lapphund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which has most military use?

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 Spitz vs Norrbottenspets vs Swedish Lapphund Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which has most puppies?
3-6 puppies 3-5 puppies 4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. What's recommended?

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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Finnish Spitz vs Norrbottenspets vs Swedish Lapphund Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Finnish Spitz, Norrbottenspets, and Swedish Lapphund. Which has most recognition?
American Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
No data available American Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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