Swedish Lapphund vs Finnish Lapphund vs Keeshond Comparison - Dog breed selector: Svensk Lapphund or Suomenlapinkoira or Chien Loup? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Swedish Lapphund and Finnish Lapphund. Which is better: Swedish Lapphund or Finnish Lapphund or Keeshond?
Name | Swedish Lapphund | Finnish Lapphund | Keeshond |
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Group | Companion Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Sled Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 328 | 173 | 87 |
Reviews | 1 | 1 | 5 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond breeds. | Svensk Lapphund |
Suomenlapinkoira Lapinkoira |
Chien Loup Deutscher Wolfsspitz Kees Smiling Dutchman Wolfsspitz Dutch Barge Dog Barge Dog |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Swedish Lapphund vs Finnish Lapphund vs Keeshond Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which breed is the largest? | Medium | Medium | Medium |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 40-44 pounds (18–20 kg), Female: 35-44 pounds (16–18 kg) | 37-42 pounds (17-19 kg) | 35-45 pounds (15-20 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 42 pounds (18–20 kg), Female: 39.5 pounds (16–18 kg) | 39.5 pounds (18 kg) | 40 pounds (17.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Swedish Lapphund or Finnish Lapphund or Keeshond? Swedish Lapphund vs Finnish Lapphund vs Keeshond height comparison: | Male: 18-20 inches (45-51 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm) | Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm) | Male: 17-19 inches (44-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm) | Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm) | Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm) |
Swedish Lapphund vs Finnish Lapphund vs Keeshond Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Find price differences between these breeds. | $400-$600 | $600-$800 | $800-$1000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Swedish Lapphund or Finnish Lapphund or Keeshond? | Average: The Swedish Lapphund is a commonly available dog breed. | Frequent: The Finnish Lapphund is easier than average to get. | Very frequent: The Keeshond is quite easy to get. |
Swedish Lapphund vs Finnish Lapphund vs Keeshond Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which breed ranks highest? | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Very smart: Keeshond is an excellent dog breed. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which is easiest to train? | Swedish Lapphund dogs are quite easy to train. | Finnish Lapphund dogs are easy to train. | Keeshond dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which breed is most alert? | Swedish Lapphund dogs are good watchdogs. | Finnish Lapphund dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Keeshond dogs are good watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which breed is most protective? | Swedish Lapphund dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Finnish Lapphund dogs are average defenders. | Keeshond dogs are average defenders. |
Swedish Lapphund vs Finnish Lapphund vs Keeshond Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond? Compare temperaments. |
Alert Affectionate Lively Kind Trainable Versatile |
Courageous Friendly Keen Calm Faithful |
Playful Agile Intelligent Obedient Quick Bright Sturdy |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Swedish Lapphund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Sensitive: Keeshond dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Swedish Lapphund vs Finnish Lapphund vs Keeshond? | High: Swedish Lapphund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Finnish Lapphund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Keeshond dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Swedish Lapphund vs Finnish Lapphund vs Keeshond social needs comparison: | Swedish Lapphund dogs are a social breed. | Finnish Lapphund dogs need for social interaction is average. | Keeshond dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | The wanderlust potential of the Swedish Lapphund is strong enough to escape from home. | The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Lapphund is strong enough to escape from home. | Keeshond dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Their prey drive is low. | Finnish Lapphund dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Keeshond 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. |
Swedish Lapphund vs Finnish Lapphund vs Keeshond Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which breed is most vocal? | A lot: Swedish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed. | A lot: Finnish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed. | A lot: Keeshond is a particularly loud breed. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which breed is most playful? | The Swedish Lapphund is a highly playful breed. | The Finnish Lapphund is a playful breed. | Average: Keeshonds, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which adapts best to small spaces? | It is not recommended to keep the Swedish Lapphund breed in the home. | It is not recommended to keep the Finnish Lapphund breed in the home. | It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Keeshond indoors. |
Swedish Lapphund vs Finnish Lapphund vs Keeshond Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which breed is most flexible? | Swedish Lapphund 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. | Keeshond dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Swedish Lapphund or Finnish Lapphund or Keeshond? | 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. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Keeshond 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. |
Swedish Lapphund vs Finnish Lapphund vs Keeshond Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Swedish Lapphund has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Finnish Lapphund has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Keeshond has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which uses mouth most during play? | Swedish Lapphund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Finnish Lapphund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Keeshond dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Swedish Lapphund bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Finnish Lapphund bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Keeshond bite force: Ordinary. |
Swedish Lapphund vs Finnish Lapphund vs Keeshond Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which breed lives longest? |
9-13 years The average lifespan of Swedish Lapphund: 11 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Finnish Lapphund: 13 years |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Keeshond: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which handles climate changes best? | 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. | Prefers cold weather The Finnish Lapphund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers cold weather The Keeshond can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which has fewer health issues? | Swedish Lapphunds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues. | Finnish Lapphunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | The Keeshond 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? |
Frequent The Swedish Lapphund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Frequent The Finnish Lapphund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Average The Keeshond should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Swedish Lapphund vs Finnish Lapphund vs Keeshond? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Swedish Lapphund vs Finnish Lapphund vs Keeshond health problems comparison: |
Allergies Ear Infections Eye Infections | No data available | Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Skin Diseases Kneecap dislocations |
Swedish Lapphund vs Finnish Lapphund vs Keeshond Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which breed is most active? | Swedish Lapphund dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Finnish Lapphund dogs are high-energy dogs. | Keeshond dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Swedish Lapphund vs Finnish Lapphund vs Keeshond exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Swedish Lapphund or Finnish Lapphund or Keeshond? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Swedish Lapphund dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Finnish Lapphund dogs need a lot of exercises. | Keeshond dogs exercise need is minimal. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Swedish Lapphund or Finnish Lapphund or Keeshond? | Swedish Lapphund dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Finnish Lapphund dogs don't need too much sleep. | Keeshond dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Swedish Lapphund vs Finnish Lapphund vs Keeshond Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average: The Swedish Lapphund has an average risk for obesity. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Finnish Lapphund's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Keeshond's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which needs most food? | 1.5 to 2.5 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. | 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Swedish Lapphund vs Finnish Lapphund vs Keeshond Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. 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 Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. What colors are available? |
Black White Brown |
Black Tan Cream Brown Sable Wolf Blonde |
Black Gray Cream Silver |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which requires most maintenance? | Average: The Swedish Lapphund requires average grooming effort. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Advanced: The Keeshond requires a lot of grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which drools least? | The Swedish Lapphund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Finnish Lapphund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Keeshond is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Swedish Lapphund has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Finnish Lapphund has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Keeshond has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Fluffy | Fluffy |
Fluffy Dense |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. 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. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Swedish Lapphund or Finnish Lapphund or Keeshond? Swedish Lapphund or Finnish Lapphund or {name3 shedding: | Swedish Lapphund dogs are heavy shedders. | Finnish Lapphund dogs are heavy shedders. | Keeshond dogs are heavy shedders. |
Swedish Lapphund vs Finnish Lapphund vs Keeshond Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which is best with kids? | Swedish Lapphund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Finnish Lapphund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Keeshond dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Swedish Lapphund dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Finnish Lapphund dogs are generally with other pets. | Keeshond dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Swedish Lapphund or Finnish Lapphund or Keeshond? Which dog is more friendly? | Swedish Lapphund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Finnish Lapphund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Keeshond dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Swedish Lapphund or Finnish Lapphund or Keeshond? | Swedish Lapphund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Finnish Lapphund dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Keeshond dogs are cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Swedish Lapphund or Finnish Lapphund or Keeshond? | Swedish Lapphund dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Finnish Lapphund dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Keeshond dogs are dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Swedish Lapphund vs Finnish Lapphund vs Keeshond? |
Yes Swedish Lapphund 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. |
Yes Keeshond dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Swedish Lapphund is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Finnish Lapphund is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Keeshond is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Swedish Lapphunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Finnish Lapphunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Keeshonds are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Swedish Lapphund vs Finnish Lapphund vs Keeshond As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. 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 Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. 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. | Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Swedish Lapphund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Finnish Lapphund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Keeshond breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. 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. |
Swedish Lapphund vs Finnish Lapphund vs Keeshond Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which has most puppies? | 4-6 puppies | 2-9 puppies | 3-8 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Swedish Lapphund vs Finnish Lapphund vs Keeshond Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. How are they classified? | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Herding breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Non-Sporting breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section. | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Swedish Lapphund, Finnish Lapphund, and Keeshond. Which has most recognition? | American Kennel Club United Kennel Club | No data available |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 American Pet Registry, Inc. |
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