How to Identify a Lapponian Herder

Lapponian Herders originated in Finland and were originally bred for herding reindeer. [1] Though they share some characteristics with other dog breeds, they have several distinguishing ones as well. This wikiHow will help you with figuring out whether or not a dog is a Lapponian Herder.

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Looking at the Body Structure

  1. Lapponian Herders are typically somewhere between 18–20 inches (46–51 cm) tall, and they usually weigh 70 pounds (32 kg). [2]
  2. Lapponian Herders should have a skull that is a little convex, with a marked frontal furrow and superciliary ridges that are defined clearly. [3]
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  3. Lapponian Herders typically have pricked ears that are quite broad at their set on point and set well apart from each other. You should notice hair on the inside of the dog's ear that is profuse, especially at the ear base. [4]
  4. Lapponian Herders should have oval-shaped eyes that are set well apart from each other and ideally dark-colored, harmonizing with the color of their coat. [5]
  5. Lapponian Herders should have a tail that is set low and of a medium length, with hair that is profuse. When the dog is relaxed, the tail should be hanging, and while the dog is in motion, the tail should be in a curve that is loose (it should not, however, go over the dog's back). You may also notice circular movements of the dog's tail. [6]
  6. Overall, Lapponian Herders should appear to be of strong muscle and bone, without appearing heavy. The dog's gait should appear effortless, flexible, sound, and free, with a trot that appears tireless. [7]
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Checking the Coat

  1. Lapponian Herders have a base color that may be of varying shades of black, including dark brown or grey. There should also be a second color that is lighter than the base color, along with grey or brown-colored markings on the dog's legs, the lower parts of their body, and their head, and you may also notice white-colored markings on the dog's chest, legs, and neck. The dog also has an undercoat that is either grey, black, or brown. [8]
  2. The dog's outer coat should have a harsh feel, while their undercoat should feel more fine. [9]
  3. Overall, the coat of a Lapponian Herder should either be straight, long or medium in length, and quite erect. The undercoat should appear dense, and you may notice longer hair that is also more profuse on the dog's chest, the backside of their thighs, and their neck. [10]
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Examining Temperament

  1. While Lapponian Herders aren't the most active dog breed, they still need daily exercise, through things like a walk, hike, or a game of fetch. [11]
  2. Lapponian Herders are friendly dogs, who with proper socialization generally do well with kids and even other animals, in most cases. [12]
  3. Though this may not so much be the case if they are left home alone for awhile, Lapponian Herders are generally patient dogs. [13]
  4. Lapponian Herders are intelligent dogs, and as a result, they are also typically easy to train. Their intelligence also makes them a good watchdog, since they can figure out what is and isn't a threat relatively easily. [14]
  5. Lapponian Herders are typically dogs who are eager to please and enjoy making their family happy. [15]
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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/lapponian-herder/
      2. ↑ https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/lapponian-herder/
      3. ↑ http://www.fci.be/Nomenclature/Standards/284g05-en.pdf
      4. ↑ http://www.fci.be/Nomenclature/Standards/284g05-en.pdf
      5. ↑ http://www.fci.be/Nomenclature/Standards/284g05-en.pdf
      6. ↑ http://www.fci.be/Nomenclature/Standards/284g05-en.pdf
      7. ↑ http://www.fci.be/Nomenclature/Standards/284g05-en.pdf
      8. ↑ http://www.fci.be/Nomenclature/Standards/284g05-en.pdf
      9. ↑ http://www.fci.be/Nomenclature/Standards/284g05-en.pdf
      1. ↑ http://www.fci.be/Nomenclature/Standards/284g05-en.pdf
      2. ↑ https://www.dogtemperament.com/lapponian-herder-temperament/
      3. ↑ https://www.dogtemperament.com/lapponian-herder-temperament/
      4. ↑ https://www.dogtemperament.com/lapponian-herder-temperament/
      5. ↑ https://www.dogtemperament.com/lapponian-herder-temperament/
      6. ↑ https://www.dogtemperament.com/lapponian-herder-temperament/

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