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Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund Comparison – Which dog is better Spits or Svensk Lapphund?

"Find similarities and differences between Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund" Compare Schipperke and Swedish Lapphund. Which is better: Schipperke or Swedish Lapphund?
 
 
 
Name Schipperke Swedish Lapphund
OriginsBelgium flagBelgium Sweden flagSweden
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Schipperke and Swedish Lapphund. What other names are these breeds known by?
Spits
Spitske
Spitzke
Svensk Lapphund
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between a Schipperke and a Swedish Lapphund. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Small Medium
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Schipperke and a Swedish Lapphund. Which breed is heavier?
12-18 pounds (5.5-8 kg) Male: 40-44 pounds (18–20 kg), Female: 35-44 pounds (16–18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
15 pounds (5.6.5 kg) Male: 42 pounds (18–20 kg), Female: 39.5 pounds (16–18 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Schipperke or Swedish Lapphund? Is a Schipperke taller than a Swedish Lapphund?
10-13 inches (21-33 cm) Male: 18-20 inches (45-51 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
11.5 inches (27 cm) Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)

Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between a Schipperke and a Swedish Lapphund. Which breed costs more?
$600-$1000 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Schipperke or Swedish Lapphund?
Frequent: The Schipperke is easier than average to get.
Average: The Swedish Lapphund is a commonly available dog breed.

Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Very smart: Schipperke 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 Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? Compare training requirements.
Schipperke dogs are quite easy to train.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: a Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? Compare alertness levels.
Schipperke dogs are average watchdogs.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? Compare territorial behaviors.
Schipperke dogs are average defenders.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of a Schipperke and a Swedish Lapphund. How do their temperaments differ?
Curious
Independent
Agile
Intelligent
Confident
Fearless
Faithful
Alert
Affectionate
Lively
Kind
Trainable
Versatile
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund?
Average to High: Schipperke dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Swedish Lapphund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund social needs comparison:
Schipperke dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund?
Schipperke dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Swedish Lapphund is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund? Which can be better for hunting?
Schipperke dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Their prey drive is low.
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Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Low: The Schipperke barks none to minimal.
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A lot: Swedish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? Compare play drive and energy.
The Schipperke is a highly playful breed.
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The Swedish Lapphund is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: a Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? Compare living space needs.
It is not recommended to keep the Schipperke breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Swedish Lapphund breed in the home.

Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: a Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? Compare biting tendencies.

Low 🔽

The Schipperke has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Swedish Lapphund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: a Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Schipperke dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Swedish Lapphund 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 Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Schipperke bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Swedish Lapphund bite force: Ordinary.

Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: a Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? Compare average lifespans.
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Schipperke: 14 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Swedish Lapphund: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: a Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? Compare climate tolerances.
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 average to cold weather conditions
The Swedish Lapphund can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare common health issues between a Schipperke and a Swedish Lapphund. Which breed is healthier?
The Schipperke is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Swedish Lapphunds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund?
Average
The Schipperke should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Swedish Lapphund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund health problems comparison:
No data available Allergies
Ear Infections
Eye Infections

Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: a Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? Compare obesity risks.
High: The Schipperke breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Swedish Lapphund has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Which eats more: a Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? Compare daily food needs.
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? Compare allergy friendliness.
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Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Schipperke and Swedish Lapphund? Compare breed colors.
Black
Tan
Blue
Cream
Brown
Apricot
Black
White
Brown
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? Compare maintenance needs.
Easy to groom: The Schipperke doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Swedish Lapphund requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? Compare drooling amounts.
The Schipperke is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Swedish Lapphund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: a Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? Compare natural smell levels.

Medium

The Schipperke has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Swedish Lapphund has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between a Schipperke and a Swedish Lapphund? Compare fur types.
Fluffy
Soft
Thick
Fluffy
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? 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 Schipperke or Swedish Lapphund? Do Schipperke dogs shed more than Swedish Lapphund dogs?
Schipperke dogs shed moderately.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs are heavy shedders.
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Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: a Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? Compare kid-friendliness.
Schipperke dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Swedish Lapphund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Schipperke dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Swedish Lapphund dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Schipperke or Swedish Lapphund? Which dog is more friendly?
Schipperke dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Swedish Lapphund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Schipperke or Swedish Lapphund?
Schipperke dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Swedish Lapphund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Schipperke or Swedish Lapphund? Can a Schipperke and a Swedish Lapphund be friends? Do Schipperke dogs get along with Swedish Lapphund dogs?
Schipperke dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Swedish Lapphund dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund?
Yes
Schipperke dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Swedish Lapphund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Schipperke is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Swedish Lapphund is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Schipperkes are usually recommended for elderly people.
Swedish Lapphunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: a Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? 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 Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? 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 Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? 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 Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? 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 Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? Compare maritime abilities.

Yes

Schipperke breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Swedish Lapphund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: a Schipperke or a Swedish Lapphund? 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 Schipperke and Swedish Lapphund. Which has stronger military background?

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.

Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Schipperke and Swedish Lapphund. Which has larger litters?
3-7 puppies 4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Schipperke and Swedish Lapphund breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Schipperke and Swedish Lapphund. 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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Schipperke vs Swedish Lapphund Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Schipperke and Swedish Lapphund. Which groups do they belong to?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Non-Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Schipperke and Swedish Lapphund. Which groups are they in?
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.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Schipperke and Swedish Lapphund. Which is more widely recognized?
No data available American Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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