Swedish Lapphund
Swedish Lapphund
Temperament: Playful, Intelligent, Lively
Group: Foundation Stock Service
Height: 40.6–50.8 in
Weight: 13.6–20.4 lb
Life Expectancy: 12.0–14.0 yrs
Energy Level: Regular Exercise
Trainability: May be Stubborn
Shedding: Seasonal
Grooming Frequency: Weekly Brushing
Swedish Lapphunds make wonderful family companions and thrive when included in all the activities of their human pack. This lively and intelligent medium-sized spitz is a versatile, playful and energetic pooch. Although generally considered a medium to high energy breed, it is capable of relaxing and chilling when appropriate, aka the Lappie “on/off” switch. Alert and friendly, they can also be independent-minded and stubborn. The breed retains its guarding and herding traits of alertness and attention-getting barking. The Swedish Lappie is eager to please, will work with you, and is suited for rally, agility, herding, scent work and other companion events. Club Contact DetailsName: Patricia ArfstenEmail: parfsten@yahoo.com Lively, alert, kind and affectionate. The Lapphund is very receptive, attentive and willing to work. Its abilities as a good herding dog made it very useful in the reindeer trade. It is very versatile, suitable for obedience training, agility, herding, tracking, etc. It is easy to train, full of endurance and toughness.