Swedish Lapphund Breed Information: Traits, Pictures, Forums, Groups, Puppies



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Swedish Lapphund Dynamics (based on 9 dogs)

Energy
sleepy energetic

Intelligence
silly genius

Friendliness
aggressive affectionate

Playfulness
not playful very playful

Disposition
anxious calm

Swedish Lapphund Breed Description

The "Swedish Lapphund" is the Swedish counterpart of the Finnish Lapphund, a reindeer-herding dog, today more often found as a great companion dog. The Finnish Lapphund is a medium-size breed of dog and a member of the Spitz family. Traditionally it has been used for herding reindeer, but has also gained wide popularity as a companion animal. Although it is one of the most popular dog breeds in its native country, Finland, it is not very common elsewhere. The Finnish Lapphund is an intelligent and active breed. Since it was as a herding dog that needed to work closely with man, it remains popular as a family pet. In Finland it is one of the ten most popular breeds. The breed makes the ideal outdoor companion. It is active, cold-proof and water-proof, and will gladly accompany people on walking or running trips.
[Much more on this breed can be learned at the wonderful Wikipedia.]