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Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund Comparison - Dog breed selector: Florentine Spitz or Colored Lap Dog or Suomenlapinkoira? Find the right dog for you

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Name Volpino Italiano Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka Finnish Lapphund
OriginsItaly flagItaly Russia flagRussia Finland flagFinland
Group Companion Dogs Companion Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Florentine Spitz
Italian Spitz
Volpino
Cane de Quirinale
Colored Lap Dog
Franzuskaya Bolonka
Russian Lapdogs
Bolonka Zwetna
Suomenlapinkoira
Lapinkoira
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Finnish Lapphund? Which is the smallest dog, Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Finnish Lapphund?
Small Small Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka? Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund weight comparison:
9-14 pounds (4–6 kg) Male: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5 kg), Female: 5-9 pounds (2-4 kg) 37-42 pounds (17-19 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
11.5 pounds (4–6 kg) Male: 9.5 pounds (3.5 kg), Female: 7 pounds (3 kg) 39.5 pounds (18 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Finnish Lapphund? Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund height comparison:
9.5-12 inches (24–30 cm) Male: 9-11 inches (22-37 cm), Female: 7-9 inches (18-24 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?
9.8.5 inches (24–30 cm) Male: 10 inches (29.5 cm), Female: 8 inches (21 cm) Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm)

Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Finnish Lapphund? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $1500-$1800 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Finnish Lapphund?
Average: The Volpino Italiano is a commonly available dog breed.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Frequent: The Finnish Lapphund is easier than average to get.

Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund trainability comparison.
Volpino Italiano dogs are quite easy to train.
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Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are quite easy to train.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Finnish Lapphund?
Volpino Italiano dogs are good watchdogs.
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Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are average watchdogs.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Finnish Lapphund? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Volpino Italiano dogs are average defenders.
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Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs are average defenders.
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Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Finnish Lapphund? Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Playful
Affectionate
Lively
Watchful
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Social
Outright
Tempered
Courageous
Friendly
Keen
Calm
Faithful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund?
Average to High: Volpino Italiano dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka 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
Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund social needs comparison:
Volpino Italiano dogs are a social breed.
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Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka 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?
Volpino Italiano dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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?
Volpino Italiano 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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Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka 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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Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund playfulness comparison:
The Volpino Italiano is a playful breed.
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The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka is a playful breed.
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The Finnish Lapphund is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund?
Average to High: The Volpino Italiano is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka barks occasionally.
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A lot: Finnish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Finnish Lapphund?
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 Volpino Italiano indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Finnish Lapphund breed in the home.

Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Volpino Italiano dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Finnish Lapphund?
Volpino Italiano 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.
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka 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.

Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Finnish Lapphund?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Volpino Italiano bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Finnish Lapphund bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Volpino Italiano has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Finnish Lapphund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund mouthiness comparison:
Volpino Italiano dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, 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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Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund?
Volpino Italianos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Finnish Lapphunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund health problems comparison:
No data available No data available No data available
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Volpino Italiano should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Finnish Lapphund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund lifespan comparison. How long do Volpino Italiano, Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka and Finnish Lapphund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Volpino Italiano: 15 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka: 14 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Finnish Lapphund: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund?
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 warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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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Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Finnish Lapphund? Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund energy level comparison:
Volpino Italiano dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Finnish Lapphund dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Finnish Lapphund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Volpino Italiano dogs have an average exercise need.
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs have an average exercise need.
Finnish Lapphund dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Finnish Lapphund?
Volpino Italiano dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Finnish Lapphund dogs don't need too much sleep.

Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Finnish Lapphund?
1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/4 to 1 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Volpino Italiano has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka has an average risk for obesity.
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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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Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund coat comparison:
Fluffy Curly
Wavy
Fluffy
Colors
What are the original Volpino Italiano, Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka and Finnish Lapphund color?
Black
Red
White
Fawn
Champagne
Honey
Black
Gray
Red
White
Brown
Wolf
Black
Tan
Cream
Brown
Sable
Wolf
Blonde
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Finnish Lapphund? Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund grooming comparison:
Average: The Volpino Italiano 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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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Finnish Lapphund? Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or {name3 shedding:
Volpino Italiano dogs shed moderately.
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Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs shed none to minimal.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Finnish Lapphund?
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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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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Hypoallergenic
Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund?

Medium

The Volpino Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Finnish Lapphund has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Volpino Italiano is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka is an average drooler.
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The Finnish Lapphund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Volpino Italiano dogs are generally with other pets.
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are generally with other pets.
Finnish Lapphund dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Finnish Lapphund? Which dog is more friendly?
Volpino Italiano dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Finnish Lapphund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Finnish Lapphund?
Volpino Italiano dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Finnish Lapphund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Finnish Lapphund?
Volpino Italiano dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Finnish Lapphund dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Finnish Lapphund?
Volpino Italiano dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Finnish Lapphund dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund?
Yes
Volpino Italiano dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka 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
Volpino Italiano is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka is not the best dog breed 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?
Volpino Italianos are usually recommended for elderly people.
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonkas are usually recommended for elderly people.
Finnish Lapphunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

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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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Volpino Italiano or Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Finnish Lapphund? Which is better for autism?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

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 and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be 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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund?

Not really

Volpino Italiano breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka breed usually doesn't like 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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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

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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Fighting Dog / Military 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.

Not really

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

Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Volpino Italiano and Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka and Finnish Lapphund have?
4-6 puppies 1-3 puppies 2-9 puppies

Volpino Italiano vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Finnish Lapphund Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Rare Breed Association
Foundation Stock Service
No data available

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