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Name	Lapponian Herder	Sloughi	Whippet
Origins	Finland	Morocco	England
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet breeds.	Lapinporokoira Reindeer Herder Lapland Reindeer Dog	Sloughi Moghrebi Berber Greyhound	Snap Dog English Whippet
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Lapponian Herder vs Sloughi vs Whippet Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 55-65 pounds (25-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-23 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	Male: 60 pounds (27.5 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19.5 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lapponian Herder or Sloughi or Whippet? Lapponian Herder vs Sloughi vs Whippet height comparison:	Male: 19–21 inches (48–54 cm), Female: 17–19 inches (43–49 cm)	Male: 26.4-28.3 inches (66-72 cm), Female: 24-26.7 inches (61-68 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20 inch (51 cm), Female: 19 inch (48.5 cm)	Male: 26.4-28.3 inches (69 cm), Female: 24-26.7 inches (64.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Lapponian Herder vs Sloughi vs Whippet Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$800	$800-$1000	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Lapponian Herder or Sloughi or Whippet?	Average: The Lapponian Herder is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Sloughi is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.

Lapponian Herder vs Sloughi vs Whippet Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which breed ranks highest?	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.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which is easiest to train?	Lapponian Herder dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Sloughi dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which breed is most alert?	Lapponian Herder dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Sloughi dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which breed is most protective?	Lapponian Herder dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Sloughi dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Lapponian Herder vs Sloughi vs Whippet Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet? Compare temperaments.	Energetic Friendly Docile Calm Vocal	Playful Independent Alert Sensitive Intelligent Sweet Faithful	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet
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: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lapponian Herder vs Sloughi vs Whippet?	Average to High: Lapponian Herder dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Sloughi dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Lapponian Herder vs Sloughi vs Whippet social needs comparison:	Lapponian Herder dogs are a social breed. See more.	Sloughi dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Whippet 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.	Sloughi dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. 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.	Sloughi dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Lapponian Herder vs Sloughi vs Whippet Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which breed is most vocal?	A lot: Lapponian Herder is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Sloughi rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which breed is most playful?	The Lapponian Herder is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Sloughis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Lapponian Herder breed in the home.	Apartment-friendly dog the Sloughi breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.
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Lapponian Herder vs Sloughi vs Whippet Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which breed is most flexible?	Lapponian Herder dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Sloughi dogs adapt badly to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Lapponian Herder or Sloughi or Whippet?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Lapponian Herder vs Sloughi vs Whippet Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Lapponian Herder has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Sloughi has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which uses mouth most during play?	Lapponian Herder dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Sloughi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Lapponian Herder bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Sloughi bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Whippet bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Lapponian Herder vs Sloughi vs Whippet Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Lapponian Herder: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Sloughi: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which handles climate changes best?	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 average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which has fewer health issues?	Very healthy dog breed.	Sloughis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency 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 Sloughi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lapponian Herder vs Sloughi vs Whippet? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lapponian Herder vs Sloughi vs Whippet health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease

Lapponian Herder vs Sloughi vs Whippet Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which breed is most active?	Lapponian Herder dogs are high-energy dogs.	Sloughi dogs are high-energy dogs.	Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Lapponian Herder vs Sloughi vs Whippet exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Lapponian Herder or Sloughi or Whippet? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Lapponian Herder dogs need a lot of exercises.	Sloughi dogs have an average exercise need.	Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Lapponian Herder or Sloughi or Whippet?	Lapponian Herder dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Sloughi dogs don't need too much sleep.	Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Lapponian Herder vs Sloughi vs Whippet Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Lapponian Herder's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Sloughi has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which needs most food?	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Lapponian Herder vs Sloughi vs Whippet Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. What colors are available?	Black Gray Brown	Black Cream Fawn Brindle Spotted	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which requires most maintenance?	Easy to groom: The Lapponian Herder doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Sloughi requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which drools least?	The Lapponian Herder is an average drooler. See more.	The Sloughi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Lapponian Herder has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Sloughi has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fluffy Straight Double	Dense Straight	Fine Short Close in texture
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. 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. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Lapponian Herder or Sloughi or Whippet? Lapponian Herder or Sloughi or {name3 shedding:	Lapponian Herder dogs shed moderately. See more.	Sloughi dogs shed moderately. See more.	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.
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Lapponian Herder vs Sloughi vs Whippet Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which is best with kids?	Lapponian Herder dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Sloughi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Lapponian Herder dogs are generally with other pets.	Sloughi dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Lapponian Herder or Sloughi or Whippet? Which dog is more friendly?	Lapponian Herder dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Sloughi dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Lapponian Herder or Sloughi or Whippet?	Lapponian Herder dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Sloughi dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Lapponian Herder or Sloughi or Whippet?	Lapponian Herder dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Sloughi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Lapponian Herder vs Sloughi vs Whippet?	Yes Lapponian Herder dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Sloughi dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Whippet 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 Sloughi is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Whippet 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.	Sloughis are usually recommended for elderly people.	Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.

Lapponian Herder vs Sloughi vs Whippet As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. 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 Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. 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 Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Lapponian Herder breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Sloughi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. 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.

Lapponian Herder vs Sloughi vs Whippet Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which has most puppies?	3-5 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. What's recommended?	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.

Lapponian Herder vs Sloughi vs Whippet Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2016 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Lapponian Herder, Sloughi, and Whippet. Which has most recognition?	No data available	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale 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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