Size
- Height
- 45.7–53.3 cm
- Weight
- 15–24 kg
Energy
Needs roughly 54 min a day. Rough estimate.
Family fit
Kids
Dogs
People
Lifespan
12.0–15.0 years
Running cost varies — see methodology.
Trait map
Eight axes that describe how this breed actually lives.
Energy
3/5
Trainability
4/5
Playfulness
3/5
Protectiveness
3/5
Barking
5/5
Good with children
4/5
Good with other dogs
3/5
Good with strangers
4/5
Compared against Otterhound
Care needs
Shedding
4/5
Grooming
2/5
Drooling
2/5
Coat length
1/5
About the Finnish Lapphund
Editorial copy coming soon. In the meantime, the radar above summarises the trait data we have on file.
Frequently asked
How big does a Finnish Lapphund get?
Adult Finnish Lapphunds typically stand 45.7–53.3 cm at the shoulder and weigh 15–24 kg.
What's the life expectancy of a Finnish Lapphund?
Finnish Lapphunds usually live 12.0–15.0 years.
Is the Finnish Lapphund good with children?
Finnish Lapphunds tend to do well with children when well-socialised (4/5 on our scale). As always, supervise interactions with young kids.
How much exercise does a Finnish Lapphund need?
Finnish Lapphunds are roughly a 3/5 on our energy scale — figure on around 54 minutes a day of structured exercise as a starting point.
Is the Finnish Lapphund KC recognised?
Yes — the Finnish Lapphund is recognised by The Kennel Club.
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