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Name	Lapponian Herder	Leonberger	Lhasa Apso
Origins	Finland	Germany	Tibet
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	228	100	77
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lapinporokoira Reindeer Herder Lapland Reindeer Dog	Gentle Giant Gentle Lion Leonbergi Leo	Lion Dog Lhasa
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Lapponian Herder or Leonberger or Lhasa Apso? Which is the smallest dog, Lapponian Herder or Leonberger or Lhasa Apso?	Medium	Giant	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Lapponian Herder or Leonberger or Leonberger? Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso weight comparison:	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	13-15 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	Male: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	14 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lapponian Herder or Leonberger or Lhasa Apso? Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso height comparison:	Male: 19–21 inches (48–54 cm), Female: 17–19 inches (43–49 cm)	Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm)	10-11 inches (25-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20 inch (51 cm), Female: 19 inch (48.5 cm)	Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm)	10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Lapponian Herder or Leonberger or Lhasa Apso? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1500-$2000	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Lapponian Herder or Leonberger or Lhasa Apso?	Average: The Lapponian Herder is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Lhasa Apso is quite easy to get.

Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso intelligence:	Very smart: Lapponian Herder is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso trainability comparison.	Lapponian Herder dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Lhasa Apso 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: Lapponian Herder or Leonberger or Lhasa Apso?	Lapponian Herder dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Leonberger dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Lhasa Apso dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Lapponian Herder or Leonberger or Lhasa Apso? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Lapponian Herder dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Lhasa Apso dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lapponian Herder or Leonberger or Lhasa Apso? Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Friendly Docile Calm Vocal	Loving Obedient Loyal Fearless Companionable Adaptable	Playful Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Devoted Lively Steady Spirited Assertive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Lhasa Apso dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso?	Average to High: Lapponian Herder dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Lhasa Apso dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso social needs comparison:	Lapponian Herder dogs are a social breed. See more.	Leonberger dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Lhasa Apso dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Lapponian Herder is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Leonberger dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Lhasa Apso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Lapponian Herder dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Leonberger dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Lhasa Apso dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso playfulness comparison:	The Lapponian Herder is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Leonberger is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Lhasa Apsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso?	A lot: Lapponian Herder is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Leonberger barks none to minimal. See more.	A lot: Lhasa Apso 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 Lapponian Herder or Leonberger or Lhasa Apso?	It is not recommended to keep the Lapponian Herder breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Leonberger breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Lhasa Apso breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Lapponian Herder or Leonberger or Lhasa Apso?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Lapponian Herder bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Leonberger bite force: The Strongest.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lhasa Apso 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 Lapponian Herder has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Leonberger has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Lhasa Apso has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso mouthiness comparison:	Lapponian Herder dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Leonberger dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Lhasa Apso dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso?	Very healthy dog breed.	Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Lhasa Apsos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Bloat Entropion Inherited Polyneuropathy Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Eosinophilic Panosteitis	Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Sebaceous Adenitis Cherry Eye Familial Inherited Renal Dysplasia Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Lapponian Herder should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Lhasa Apso should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso lifespan comparison. How long do Lapponian Herder, Leonberger and Lhasa Apso breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Lapponian Herder: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Lhasa Apso: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso?	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.	Prefers cold weather The Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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.

Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Lapponian Herder or Leonberger or Lhasa Apso?	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	1/4 to 1 cup 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? Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Lapponian Herder's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Lhasa Apso has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso coat comparison:	Fluffy Straight Double	Waterproof	Dense
Colors What are the original Lapponian Herder, Leonberger and Lhasa Apso color?	Black Gray Brown	Red Brown Yellow Sandy Reddish Mahogany	Black Red White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Lapponian Herder or Leonberger or Lhasa Apso? Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Lapponian Herder doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Lapponian Herder or Leonberger or Lhasa Apso? Lapponian Herder or Leonberger or {name3 shedding:	Lapponian Herder dogs shed moderately. See more.	Leonberger dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Lhasa Apso dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Lapponian Herder or Leonberger or Lhasa Apso?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No 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, Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso?	Medium ⏺ The Lapponian Herder has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Leonberger has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Lhasa Apso has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Lapponian Herder is an average drooler. See more.	The Leonberger is an average drooler. See more.	The Lhasa Apso is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Lapponian Herder dogs are generally with other pets.	Leonberger dogs are generally with other pets.	Lhasa Apso dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Lapponian Herder or Leonberger or Lhasa Apso? Which dog is more friendly?	Lapponian Herder dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Lhasa Apso 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 Lapponian Herder or Leonberger or Lhasa Apso?	Lapponian Herder dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Leonberger dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Lhasa Apso dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Lapponian Herder or Leonberger or Lhasa Apso?	Lapponian Herder dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Lhasa Apso dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Lapponian Herder or Leonberger or Lhasa Apso?	Lapponian Herder dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Leonberger dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Lhasa Apso dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso?	Yes Lapponian Herder dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Leonberger dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Lhasa Apso dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Lapponian Herder is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Leonberger is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Lhasa Apso is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Lapponian Herders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Leonbergers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Lhasa Apsos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso 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: Lapponian Herder or Leonberger or Lhasa Apso? 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: Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso?	Not really Lapponian Herder breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Leonberger breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Lhasa Apso 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.	Yes 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.

Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso 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 Lapponian Herder and Leonberger and Lhasa Apso have?	3-5 puppies	6-8 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Lapponian Herder vs Leonberger vs Lhasa Apso Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Non-Sporting breed.
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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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