Finnish Lapphund vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

Compare the Finnish Lapphund to the Miniature Australian Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Finnish Lapphunds and Miniature Australian Shepherds.

Finnish Lapphund vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Finnish Lapphund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Finnish Lapphund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Finnish Lapphund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
13-15 Years
Height
16-21 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
33-53 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Finnish Lapphund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Finland
United States
Origin Year
-7000 BC
1978 AD
Temperament
Finnish Lapphund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Finnish Lapphund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Finnish Lapphund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-70 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Finnish Lapphund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium to High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Finnish Lapphund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
Medium to High
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Finnish Lapphund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Finnish Lapphund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Finnish Lapphund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Finnish Lapphund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Finnish Lapphund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Finnish Lapphund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Finnish Lapphund
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Brown and White
Brown and White
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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