Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog

Compare the Finnish Lapphund to the Icelandic Sheepdog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Finnish Lapphunds and Icelandic Sheepdogs.

Finnish Lapphund vs Icelandic Sheepdog
Finnish Lapphund
Icelandic Sheepdog
Finnish Lapphund
Icelandic Sheepdog
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General Details
Finnish Lapphund
Icelandic Sheepdog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Height
16-21 Inches
16½-18 Inches
Weight
33-53 Pounds
20-30 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Finnish Lapphund
Icelandic Sheepdog
Origin Country
Finland
Iceland
Origin Year
-7000 BC
870 AD
Temperament
Finnish Lapphund
Icelandic Sheepdog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Finnish Lapphund
Icelandic Sheepdog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Finnish Lapphund
Icelandic Sheepdog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-70 °F
40-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Finnish Lapphund
Icelandic Sheepdog
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Medium to High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Finnish Lapphund
Icelandic Sheepdog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low to Medium
Shedding
High
High
Dander
Medium to High
High
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Finnish Lapphund
Icelandic Sheepdog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Finnish Lapphund
Icelandic Sheepdog
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Finnish Lapphund
Icelandic Sheepdog
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Above Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
None
None
Fighting
Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Finnish Lapphund
Icelandic Sheepdog
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Finnish Lapphund
Icelandic Sheepdog
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Eye problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Finnish Lapphund
Icelandic Sheepdog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Finnish Lapphund
Icelandic Sheepdog
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Brown and White
Brown and White
Black
Black
Chocolate
Chocolate
Grey
Grey
Tan
Tan
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