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Name	Lakeland Terrier	Lancashire Heeler	Lapponian Herder
Origins	England	England	Finland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cumberland Terrier Fell Terrier Westmoreland Terrier Patterdale Terrier	Ormskirk Terrier Ormskirk Heeler	Lapinporokoira Reindeer Herder Lapland Reindeer Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Lakeland Terrier or Lancashire Heeler or Lapponian Herder? Which is the smallest dog, Lakeland Terrier or Lancashire Heeler or Lapponian Herder?	Small	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Lakeland Terrier or Lancashire Heeler or Lancashire Heeler? Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder weight comparison:	Male: 17 pounds (7.7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (6.8 kg)	6-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 17 pounds (7.7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (6.8 kg)	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lakeland Terrier or Lancashire Heeler or Lapponian Herder? Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder height comparison:	14½ inches (36.8 cm)	10-12 inches (25-31 cm)	Male: 19–21 inches (48–54 cm), Female: 17–19 inches (43–49 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14.5 inches (36.8 cm)	11 inches (28 cm)	Male: 20 inch (51 cm), Female: 19 inch (48.5 cm)

Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Lakeland Terrier or Lancashire Heeler or Lapponian Herder? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1800	$600-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Lakeland Terrier or Lancashire Heeler or Lapponian Herder?	Frequent: The Lakeland Terrier is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Average: The Lapponian Herder is a commonly available dog breed.

Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder 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.	Very smart: Lapponian Herder is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder trainability comparison.	Lakeland Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Lakeland Terrier or Lancashire Heeler or Lapponian Herder?	Lakeland Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Lakeland Terrier or Lancashire Heeler or Lapponian Herder? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Lakeland Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lakeland Terrier or Lancashire Heeler or Lapponian Herder? Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Intelligent Confident Friendly Trainable Bold	Alert Intelligent Friendly Clever	Energetic Friendly Docile Calm Vocal
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Lakeland Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Lancashire Heeler 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: Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder?	Average to High: Lakeland Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Lancashire Heeler dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Lapponian Herder dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder social needs comparison:	Lakeland Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Lancashire Heeler dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Lakeland Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Lancashire Heeler is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Lapponian Herder is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Lakeland Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Lancashire Heeler dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Lakeland Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Lancashire Heeler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Lapponian Herder dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Lakeland Terrier or Lancashire Heeler or Lapponian Herder?	Lakeland Terrier 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.	Lapponian Herder 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.

Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Lakeland Terrier or Lancashire Heeler or Lapponian Herder?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lakeland Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lancashire Heeler bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Lapponian Herder bite force: Ordinary.
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 Lakeland Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Lancashire Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Lapponian Herder has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder mouthiness comparison:	Lakeland Terrier dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Lancashire Heeler dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder?	Lakeland Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Lancashire Heeler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Collie Eye Anomaly Persistent Pupillary Membranes Reverse Sneezing Lens Luxation	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Lakeland Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Lancashire Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Lapponian Herder should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder lifespan comparison. How long do Lakeland Terrier, Lancashire Heeler and Lapponian Herder breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Lakeland Terrier: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Lancashire Heeler: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Lapponian Herder: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Lakeland Terrier 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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Lapponian Herder can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Lakeland Terrier or Lancashire Heeler or Lapponian Herder?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Lakeland Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Lancashire Heeler's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Lapponian Herder's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder coat comparison:	Wiry	Dense	Fluffy Straight Double
Colors What are the original Lakeland Terrier, Lancashire Heeler and Lapponian Herder color?	Black Tan Red Blue Grizzle Liver Wheaten	Black Tan Brown Liver	Black Gray Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Lakeland Terrier or Lancashire Heeler or Lapponian Herder? Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Lancashire Heeler doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Lapponian Herder doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Lakeland Terrier or Lancashire Heeler or Lapponian Herder? Lakeland Terrier or Lancashire Heeler or {name3 shedding:	Lakeland Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Lancashire Heeler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Lakeland Terrier or Lancashire Heeler or Lapponian Herder?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder?	Medium ⏺ The Lakeland Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Lancashire Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Lapponian Herder has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Lakeland Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Lancashire Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Lapponian Herder is an average drooler. See more.

Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Lakeland Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are generally with other pets.	Lapponian Herder dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Lakeland Terrier or Lancashire Heeler or Lapponian Herder? Which dog is more friendly?	Lakeland Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Lapponian Herder dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Lakeland Terrier or Lancashire Heeler or Lapponian Herder?	Lakeland Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Lapponian Herder dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Lakeland Terrier or Lancashire Heeler or Lapponian Herder?	Lakeland Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Lapponian Herder dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Lakeland Terrier or Lancashire Heeler or Lapponian Herder?	Lakeland Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Lapponian Herder dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder?	Yes Lakeland Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Lancashire Heeler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Lapponian Herder dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Lakeland Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Lancashire Heeler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Lapponian Herder is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Lakeland Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Lancashire Heelers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Lapponian Herders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder 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: Lakeland Terrier or Lancashire Heeler or Lapponian Herder? 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: Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder?	Not really Lakeland Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Lancashire Heeler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Lapponian Herder 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.

Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder 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 Lakeland Terrier and Lancashire Heeler and Lapponian Herder have?	3-5 puppies	2-5 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Lakeland Terrier vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 New Zealand Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers	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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	No data available

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