| Breed |  Finnish Lapphund |  American Eskimo Dog |
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| Origin | Finland | United States |
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| Group | Pastoral | Utility |
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| Size | Medium | Small |
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| Coat | Thick, profuse double coat, weatherproof | Thick white double coat with a mane and plumed tail |
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| Weight | 15 to 24 kg | 3 to 16 kg |
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| Height | 41 to 52 cm | 23 to 48 cm |
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| Lifespan | 12 to 15 yrs | 12 to 15 yrs |
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| Exercise need | 7/10 | 7/10 |
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| Affection | 8/10 | 8/10 |
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| Grooming needs | 5/10 | 6/10 |
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| Barking | 7/10 | 7/10 |
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| Good with children | 8/10 | 7/10 |
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| Good with other dogs | 7/10 | 7/10 |
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| Trainability | 8/10 | 8/10 |
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| Prey drive | 4/10 | 4/10 |
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| Copes alone | 4/10 | 4/10 |
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| Drool | 2/10 | 1/10 |
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| Shedding | 8/10 | 8/10 |
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| Flat fit | 4/10 | 7/10 |
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| Running cost | €89 / month | €73 / month |
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Finnish Lapphund verdict
The friendly reindeer herder
Get one if
- · Active families wanting a friendly northern breed
- · Owners interested in agility, obedience or herding
- · Cold-climate households
Think again if
- · Homes needing a quiet dog
- · Low-activity households
- · Allergy sufferers
American Eskimo Dog verdict
The little white cloud with a circus brain.
Get one if
- · Owners who enjoy training and trick work
- · Families with older children
- · People wanting a small to medium watchdog
Think again if
- · Noise-sensitive flats with thin walls
- · Owners out all day every day
- · People who dislike dog hair on dark clothing
