Sweden likes primarily for Wide landscapes and a furniture store that operates worldwide be known.
But not only these things owe we the Scandinavian country – too some special dog breeds are bred here.
One of these is the Swedish Lapphundwe you present in detail in our following breed portrait.
Swedish Lapphund Wanted Poster
Size Male: 45 to 51 cm, female: 40 to 46 cmWeightMale & Female: 19 to 21 kgColorsBlack, Brown, LiverLife expectancy12 to 13 yearsOriginSwedencharacter/temperamentattentive, people-related, affectionate, independent, watchful, lively, good-naturedFCI groupGroup 5: Spitz and archetypal dogs, Section 3: Nordic guard and herding dogs
Look
The Swedish Lapphund has one long, muscular, square bodythe of long legs will be carried.
The round head works relatively small and is from small, triangular erect ears framed.
The rod of the Swedish Lapphund long and bushyusually the dog wears them hanging down.
Height Weight
The medium-sized Swedish Lapphund reaches as male a Height from 45 to 51 centimeters.
adult females have a Shoulder height from 40 to 46 centimeters.
The Weight should join males and females between 19 and 21 kilograms move.
Coat, coat texture & coat colors
When it comes to the colors of the shaggy fur, the FCI breed standard the following colors: Black, Brown and Liver(Brown).
These colors cover one dense, lush and soft fur with easy harsh structure.
during this Outer coat smooth, straight and standing up is, is the underlying undercoat soft and slightly curled.
Eye Shape & Eye Color
The Swedish Lapphund has big round eyes from brown color.
History & Origin of the Swedish Lapphund
True to the breed name, the Swedish Lapphund is one Swedish dog breed.
He’s with the almost of the same name Finnish Lapphund related.
their ancestors came hundreds of years ago with the Sami to Laplandto get there among other things tending herds of reindeer.
Until the 20th century were the two races almost one and the same – together with the Lapland Reindeer Dog.
Meanwhile, the Swedish Lapphund is one separate racewhat also the FCI in 1955 officially recognized.
Nature & Character of the Swedish Lapphund
The Swedish Lapphund has a friendly and happy personalitythat of a good-natured temperament is accompanied.
He is considered particularly attentive and vigilant. Shy is something that the Swedish Lapphund almost entirely foreign (except perhaps towards strangers).
Does he have one for you? close bond establishedthe Swedish Lapphund is a faithful and loyal companion with a strong protective instinct.
He can do this excessive barking express why you are here with a counteract appropriate training should.
The same applies to this Stay alonethis one too independent and self-confident four-legged friends rather suboptimal finds.
Through a Leave alone trainingthat already at puppy age done, but you can later potential problems successfully avoid.
attitude & upbringing
Are you curious how Character, temperament and size of the Swedish Lapphund on his attitude and upbringing affect? Then just keep reading. 😊
Upbringing
Thanks to his high and quick perception is the Swedish Lapphund docile dog student.
Still, you should consequence in education of course do not forget – and that also applies to one loving guidance and reinforcements in commands and orders.
In addition, you should independent character of the dog keep in mind. Because this means that this fur nose decisions are also made independently.
Good to know
So that too Brain work in education and living together not too short comes, among other things, are suitable for the Swedish Lapphund agility, obedience and tracking work.
attitude
One housing is for the Swedish Lapphund not ideal. He’s used to it by nature a lot of time in the fresh air to spend.
So better if he is with you (and your family) in one large house with a spacious garden may live.
Here he has it required outlet and is also happy about several hours a day he’s freewheeling with you may enjoy.
Health & Care
Does the Swedish Lapphund have one robust health or lie known diseases and problems in the breed before?
You will now get the interesting answers together with the Information on care of the Swedish Lapphund.
Life expectancy
The Swedish Lapphund has one Life expectancy from 12 to 13 years.
Health
The Swedish outdoorsman can usually do not complain about illnesses and problems.
However can hereditary eye diseases present as well as a increased risk of hip dysplasia/HD to get sick.
Also, please always have an eye on the right amount of feedbecause the Swedish Lapphund can tend to be overweight.
So that the Swedish Lapphund is healthy and alert, the don’t forget the following things:
- veterinary routine examinations/once a year
- wormers & prevention against fleas, ticks & Co.
- basic vaccination protection & booster vaccinations against dog disease & Co.
General Grooming & Grooming
If you romp around outside a lot, you can get one or the other definitely inflammation capture. So check regularly ears, eyes, mouth, paws and anus your fur nose.
In Weddings of ticks, fleas, biting lice and lice you should also Examine the coat thoroughly after each walk and comb through if necessary.
That being said, grooming of the Swedish Lapphund is considered uncomplicated. One reason is that the fur is a dirt-repellent function has.
The handle to the brush is necessary here in the first place to to remove loose hairs and coarse dirt.
Is your Swedish Lapphund located not exactly in the middle of changing furit suffices the fur once a week to clean with the brush.
Is the Swedish Lapphund right for me?
The question of whether Swedish Lapphund suits youshould of course be able to be answered in the affirmative.
We have a little support some statements for you compiled.
- You are looking for one active and independent dog.
- You are looking for one loyal and brave companions.
- you are looking for one Family dog with a strong protective instinct.
- you are looking for one playful and affectionate family or single dog.
Please notethat you for this breed already have dog experience should, the Swedish Lapphund accordingly not suitable as a beginner dog is.
Fun facts about the Swedish Lapphund
Now you can get a few more from us more exciting fun facts about the Swedish Lapphund.
Swedish Lapphund puppies from a reputable breeder cost from €1,500.
The Swedish Lapphund has a particularly high-pitched barking. This is the case because this the reindeer announces it’s time to move.
There’s a good reason why the Swedish Lapphund only found with dark fur is. Because black and brown stand out perfectly off the white snow.
The Swedish Lapphund is one of the rarest dog breeds in the world. It is believed that it only 1,200 of these dogs worldwide gives.
That’s what the Swedish Lapphund is for one of the oldest dog breeds of the world. His ancestors did already 7,000 years ago Northern Scandinavia uncertain.
Can you tell us more stories and facts? Then we look forward to reading it in our comments. 😊