Compare the Finnish Lapphund to the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Finnish Lapphunds and Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers.
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| Breed Name | Finnish Lapphund | Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier |
| General Details | ||
| Breed Type | Purebred | Purebred |
| Is Hypoallergenic | No | Yes |
| Lifespan | 12-14 yrs. | 12-15 yrs. |
| Height | 16-21 in. | 17-20 in. |
| Weight | 33-53 lb | 30-45 lb |
| Intelligence | High | Average |
| History | ||
| Origin Country | Finland | Ireland |
| Origin Year | 7000 BC | 1937 AD |
| Temperament | ||
| Overall Friendliness | ||
| Family Friendly | ||
| Kid Friendly | ||
| Pet Friendly | ||
| Stranger Friendly | ||
| Personality | ||
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| Living Environment | ||
| Apartment | No | Yes |
| Indoor | Yes | Yes |
| Small Yard | No | Yes |
| Medium Yard | No | Yes |
| Large Yard | Yes | Yes |
| Temperature Tolerance ¹ | 30°F to 70°F | 35°F to 80°F |
| Barks/Howls | ||
| Exercise Needs | ||
| Energy Level | Medium | Medium |
| Exercise Required | Medium | Medium |
| Top Running Speed | 22 mph | 22 mph |
| Strength | Medium-High | Medium |
| Grooming Needs | ||
| Coat Maintenance | Medium | Low |
| Shedding | High | Low |
| Dander | Medium-High | Low |
| Drool Amount | None | Low |
| Breed Name | Finnish Lapphund | Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier |
| Breed Mentality | ||
| Dominant/Alpha | No | No |
| Family/Pack | Yes | Yes |
| Independent | No | No |
| Breed Focus | ||
| Distracted Easily | Yes | No |
| Average | No | Yes |
| Focused & Patient | No | No |
| Breed Instincts | ||
| Aggression | Below Average | Below Average |
| Burrow/Digging | Average | Below Average |
| Chasing | High | Average |
| Follow Commands | Very Low | Average |
| Fighting | Average | Below Average |
| Guarding | Below Average | Below Average |
| Herding | High | Average |
| Hunting | Average | Below Average |
| Protection | Below Average | Below Average |
| Remove Vermin | Average | Below Average |
| Sledding | Below Average | Below Average |
| Watch | High | Below Average |
| Breed Name | Finnish Lapphund | Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier |
| Lifespan | ||
| Lifespan | 12-14 yrs. | 12-15 yrs. |
| Common Health Issues | ||
| Addison's Disease | No | Yes |
| Allergies | No | Yes |
| Cancer | No | Yes |
| Renal Dysplasia | No | Yes |
| Breed Name | Finnish Lapphund | Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier |
| Coat | ||
| Fur | Yes | No |
| Hair | No | Yes |
| Coat Type | ||
| Double Coat | Yes | No |
| Single Coat | No | Yes |
| Coat Texture | ||
| Rough | Yes | No |
| Straight | Yes | No |
| Shaggy | No | Yes |
| Wavy | No | Yes |
| Coat Length(s) | ||
| Long | Yes | No |
| Medium | No | Yes |
| Coat Color(s) | ||
| Black & Silver | Yes | No |
| Black & Tan | Yes | No |
| Black & White | Yes | No |
| Grizzle | Yes | No |
| Tan & White | Yes | No |
| Wolf Sable | Yes | No |
| Wheaten | No | Yes |
