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Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky Comparison – Which dog is better Lapinporokoira or Chuksha?

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Name Lapponian Herder Siberian Husky
OriginsFinland flagFinland Russia flagRussia
Group Working Dogs Sled Dogs
Popularity Rank22812
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Lapponian Herder and Siberian Husky. What other names are these breeds known by?
Lapinporokoira
Reindeer Herder
Lapland Reindeer Dog
Chuksha
Husky
Icee
Sibe
Chukcha
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between a Lapponian Herder and a Siberian Husky. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Lapponian Herder and a Siberian Husky. Which breed is heavier?
Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg) Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Lapponian Herder or Siberian Husky? Is a Lapponian Herder taller than a Siberian Husky?
Male: 19–21 inches (48–54 cm), Female: 17–19 inches (43–49 cm) Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 20 inch (51 cm), Female: 19 inch (48.5 cm) Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)

Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between a Lapponian Herder and a Siberian Husky. Which breed costs more?
$600-$800 $700-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Lapponian Herder or Siberian Husky?
Average: The Lapponian Herder is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Siberian Husky is quite easy to get.

Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Very smart: Lapponian Herder is an excellent dog breed.
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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
Which is easier to train: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare training requirements.
Lapponian Herder dogs are quite easy to train.
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Siberian Husky dogs are hard to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare alertness levels.
Lapponian Herder dogs are good watchdogs.
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Siberian Husky dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare territorial behaviors.
Lapponian Herder dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Siberian Husky dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of a Lapponian Herder and a Siberian Husky. How do their temperaments differ?
Energetic
Friendly
Docile
Calm
Vocal
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Gentle
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky?
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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky?
Average to High: Lapponian Herder dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Siberian Husky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky social needs comparison:
Lapponian Herder dogs are a social breed.
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Siberian Husky dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky?
The wanderlust potential of the Lapponian Herder is strong enough to escape from home.
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Siberian Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky? Which can be better for hunting?
Lapponian Herder dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Siberian Husky 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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Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare vocalization tendencies.
A lot: Lapponian Herder is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Siberian Husky barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare play drive and energy.
The Lapponian Herder is a highly playful breed.
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The Siberian Husky is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare living space needs.
It is not recommended to keep the Lapponian Herder breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Siberian Husky breed in the home.

Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare adaptability levels.
Lapponian Herder dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Siberian Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Lapponian Herder or Siberian Husky?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare biting tendencies.

Low 🔽

The Lapponian Herder has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Siberian Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Lapponian Herder dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Siberian Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Lapponian Herder bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Siberian Husky bite force: Ordinary.

Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare average lifespans.
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Lapponian Herder: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Siberian Husky: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare climate tolerances.
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.
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Prefers cold weather
The Siberian Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare common health issues between a Lapponian Herder and a Siberian Husky. Which breed is healthier?
Very healthy dog breed.
The Siberian Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky?
Rare
The Lapponian Herder should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Siberian Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Corneal Dystrophy

Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Which breed is more energetic: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare activity levels.
Lapponian Herder dogs are high-energy dogs.
Siberian Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Lapponian Herder or Siberian Husky? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Lapponian Herder dogs need a lot of exercises.
Siberian Husky dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Lapponian Herder or Siberian Husky?
Lapponian Herder dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Siberian Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.

Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare obesity risks.
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Lapponian Herder's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The Siberian Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Which eats more: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare daily food needs.
2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare allergy friendliness.
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Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Lapponian Herder and Siberian Husky? Compare breed colors.
Black
Gray
Brown
Black
Gray
Red
White
Sable
Agouti
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare maintenance needs.
Easy to groom: The Lapponian Herder doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare drooling amounts.
The Lapponian Herder is an average drooler.
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The Siberian Husky is an average drooler.
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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare natural smell levels.

Medium

The Lapponian Herder has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Siberian Husky has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between a Lapponian Herder and a Siberian Husky? Compare fur types.
Fluffy
Straight
Double
Fluffy
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare bathing frequencies.
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 Lapponian Herder or Siberian Husky? Do Lapponian Herder dogs shed more than Siberian Husky dogs?
Lapponian Herder dogs shed moderately.
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Siberian Husky dogs shed above average.
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Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare kid-friendliness.
Lapponian Herder dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Siberian Husky dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Lapponian Herder dogs are generally with other pets.
Siberian Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Lapponian Herder or Siberian Husky? Which dog is more friendly?
Lapponian Herder dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Siberian Husky dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Lapponian Herder or Siberian Husky?
Lapponian Herder dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Siberian Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Lapponian Herder or Siberian Husky? Can a Lapponian Herder and a Siberian Husky be friends? Do Lapponian Herder dogs get along with Siberian Husky dogs?
Lapponian Herder dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Siberian Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky?
Yes
Lapponian Herder dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Siberian Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Lapponian Herder is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Siberian Husky 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.
Siberian Huskys are usually recommended for elderly people.

Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare service capabilities.

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 Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare therapy capabilities.

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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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare scenting abilities.

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
Which is better for search and rescue: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare SAR abilities.

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
Which is better on boats: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare maritime abilities.

Not really

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

Siberian Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: a Lapponian Herder or a Siberian Husky? Compare draft work capabilities.

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 history between Lapponian Herder and Siberian Husky. Which has stronger military background?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Lapponian Herder and Siberian Husky. Which has larger litters?
3-5 puppies 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Lapponian Herder and Siberian Husky breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Lapponian Herder and Siberian Husky. Which needs longer recovery?

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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Lapponian Herder vs Siberian Husky Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Lapponian Herder and Siberian Husky. Which groups do they belong to?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Lapponian Herder and Siberian Husky. Which groups are they in?
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 Nordic Sledge Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Lapponian Herder and Siberian Husky. Which is more widely recognized?
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.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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