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

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Name Havanese Finnish Lapphund German Spitz
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bichon Habanero
Bichon Havanais
Bichon Havanes
Havanese Cuban Bichon
Havaneser
Havanezer
Bichon Havanese
Suomenlapinkoira
Lapinkoira
Deutscher Spitz
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Havanese or Finnish Lapphund or German Spitz? Which is the smallest dog, Havanese or Finnish Lapphund or German Spitz?
Small Medium Small
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Havanese or Finnish Lapphund or Finnish Lapphund? Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz weight comparison:
7-13 pounds (3-6 kg) 37-42 pounds (17-19 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?
10 pounds (4.5 kg) 39.5 pounds (18 kg) Male: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Havanese or Finnish Lapphund or German Spitz? Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz height comparison:
8-11 inches (21-29 cm) Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 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?
10 inches (25 cm) Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm) Male: 21 inches (53 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)

Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Havanese or Finnish Lapphund or German Spitz? Which is more expensive?
$900-$1200 $600-$800 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Havanese or Finnish Lapphund or German Spitz?
Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Finnish Lapphund is easier than average to get.
Average: The German Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.

Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Very smart: German Spitz is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz trainability comparison.
Havanese dogs are very easy to train.
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Finnish Lapphund 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: Havanese or Finnish Lapphund or German Spitz?
Havanese dogs are good watchdogs.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs are one of the best 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 Havanese or Finnish Lapphund or German Spitz? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs are average defenders.
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German Spitz dogs are average defenders.
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Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Havanese or Finnish Lapphund or German Spitz? Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming
Courageous
Friendly
Keen
Calm
Faithful
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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They are a little bit more 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: Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz?
High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Finnish Lapphund 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
Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz social needs comparison:
Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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?
Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Lapphund 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?
Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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German Spitz dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz playfulness comparison:
The Havanese is a highly playful breed.
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The Finnish Lapphund is a playful breed.
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The German Spitz is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz?
Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks.
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A lot: Finnish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed.
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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 Havanese or Finnish Lapphund or German Spitz?
Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.
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 German Spitz indoors.

Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Finnish Lapphund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all 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: Havanese or Finnish Lapphund or German Spitz?
Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
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.

Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Havanese bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Finnish Lapphund 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 Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Finnish Lapphund has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz health comparison. Which is the healthier: Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz?
The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Finnish Lapphunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
German Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Chondrodysplasia
Elbow Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
No data available Luxating Patella
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Dental Problems
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Finnish Lapphund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) 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
Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz lifespan comparison. How long do Havanese, Finnish Lapphund and German Spitz breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Finnish Lapphund: 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: Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz?
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 cold weather
The Finnish Lapphund 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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Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Havanese or Finnish Lapphund or German Spitz? Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz energy level comparison:
Havanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Finnish Lapphund dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Spitz dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Havanese or Finnish Lapphund or German Spitz? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Finnish Lapphund dogs need a lot of exercises.
German Spitz dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Havanese or Finnish Lapphund or German Spitz?
Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Finnish Lapphund 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.

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

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Havanese or Finnish Lapphund or German Spitz?
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. 2 to 2.5 cup 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? Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Finnish Lapphund'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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Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz coat comparison:
Soft
Wavy
Woolly
Flat
Long
Fluffy Dense
Straight
Colors
What are the original Havanese, Finnish Lapphund and German Spitz color?
Black
White
Fawn
Reddish-Brown
Havana Brown
Tobacco
Black
Tan
Cream
Brown
Sable
Wolf
Blonde
Black
White
Orange
Tricolor
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Havanese or Finnish Lapphund or German Spitz? Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz grooming comparison:
Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Advanced: The German Spitz requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Havanese or Finnish Lapphund or German Spitz? Havanese or Finnish Lapphund or {name3 shedding:
Havanese dogs shed none to minimal.
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Finnish Lapphund 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: Havanese or Finnish Lapphund 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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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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Hypoallergenic
Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund 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, Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz?

Low 🔽

The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Finnish Lapphund has an average 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 Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Finnish Lapphund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The German Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz Good With Comparison

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

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

Not really

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

Finnish Lapphund 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.

Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund 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 Havanese and Finnish Lapphund and German Spitz have?
1-9 puppies, average 4 2-9 puppies 2-4 puppies

Havanese vs Finnish Lapphund vs German Spitz Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section. 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 European Spitz section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
United Kennel Club
Havanese Club of America
No data available 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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