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Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever vs Finnish Lapphund Comparison - Dog breed selector: Japanese Shiba Inu or Golden Flat Coat or Suomenlapinkoira? Find the right dog for you

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Name Shiba Inu Golden Retriever Finnish Lapphund
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund breeds.
Japanese Shiba Inu
Japanese Small-Size Dog
Shiba
Shiba Ken
Brushwood Dog
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Suomenlapinkoira
Lapinkoira
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever vs Finnish Lapphund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg) Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 37-42 pounds (17-19 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) 39.5 pounds (18 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever or Finnish Lapphund? Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever vs Finnish Lapphund height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm)

Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever vs Finnish Lapphund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $1000-$2000 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever or Finnish Lapphund?
Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Finnish Lapphund is easier than average to get.

Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever vs Finnish Lapphund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which is easiest to train?
A slightly harder to train than average.
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Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed is most alert?
Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed is most protective?
Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs are average defenders.
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Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever vs Finnish Lapphund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund? Compare temperaments.
Alert
Confident
Going
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Charming
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Courageous
Friendly
Keen
Calm
Faithful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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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: Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever vs Finnish Lapphund?
Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Finnish Lapphund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever vs Finnish Lapphund social needs comparison:
Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home.
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Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Lapphund is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Shiba Inu 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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Golden Retriever 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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Finnish Lapphund dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever vs Finnish Lapphund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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A lot: Finnish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Finnish Lapphund is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Finnish Lapphund breed in the home.

Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever vs Finnish Lapphund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever vs Finnish Lapphund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Finnish Lapphund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which uses mouth most during play?
Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Finnish Lapphund bite force: Ordinary.

Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever vs Finnish Lapphund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Finnish Lapphund: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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 cold weather
The Finnish Lapphund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which has fewer health issues?
The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Finnish Lapphunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Finnish 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: Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever vs Finnish Lapphund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever vs Finnish Lapphund health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Glaucoma
Spinning
Chylothorax
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
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Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever vs Finnish Lapphund Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever vs Finnish Lapphund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Finnish Lapphund's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which needs most food?
Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever vs Finnish Lapphund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Red
Cream
Sesame
Golden
Light
Black
Tan
Cream
Brown
Sable
Wolf
Blonde
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which drools least?
The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Finnish Lapphund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Finnish Lapphund has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Fluffy
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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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 Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever or Finnish Lapphund? Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Shiba Inu dogs shed above average.
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Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs are heavy shedders.
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Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever vs Finnish Lapphund Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which is best with kids?
Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Finnish Lapphund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Finnish Lapphund dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever or Finnish Lapphund? Which dog is more friendly?
Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Finnish Lapphund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever or Finnish Lapphund?
Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Finnish Lapphund dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever or Finnish Lapphund?
Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Finnish Lapphund dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever vs Finnish Lapphund?
No
Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Finnish Lapphund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Shiba Inu is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Finnish Lapphund is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Finnish Lapphunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever vs Finnish Lapphund As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good 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
Compare therapy dog potential between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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
Compare detection capabilities between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which has best nose work ability?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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 Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which is best for SAR work?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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 Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Finnish Lapphund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which is best for draft work?

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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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 service history of Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. 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.

Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever vs Finnish Lapphund Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which has most puppies?
2-4 puppies 5-10 puppies 2-9 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. What's recommended?

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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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever vs Finnish Lapphund Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Shiba Inu, Golden Retriever, and Finnish Lapphund. Which has most recognition?
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.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
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
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