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Compare Finnish Lapphund and Samoyed. Which is better: Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or Norwegian Buhund?
Name | Finnish Lapphund | Samoyed | Norwegian Buhund |
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Group | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Sled Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 173 | 57 | 170 |
Reviews | 1 | 16 | 0 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund breeds. |
Suomenlapinkoira Lapinkoira |
Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya |
Norwegian Sheepdog Norsk Buhund |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs Norwegian Buhund Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which breed is the largest? | Medium | Medium | Medium |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund? Compare adult weight ranges. | 37-42 pounds (17-19 kg) | Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg) | Male: 31-40 pounds (14-18 kg), Female: 26½-35½ pounds (12-16 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 39.5 pounds (18 kg) | Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) | Male: 35.5 pounds (16 kg), Female: 26.5-35.5 pounds (14 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or Norwegian Buhund? Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs Norwegian Buhund height comparison: | Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm) | Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm) | Male: 17-18.5 inches (43-47 cm), Female: 16-17.5 inches (41-45 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm) | Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm) | Male: 17-18½ inches (45 cm), Female: 16-17½ inches (43 cm) |
Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs Norwegian Buhund Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Find price differences between these breeds. | $600-$800 | $1200-$1500 | $800-$1000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or Norwegian Buhund? | Frequent: The Finnish Lapphund is easier than average to get. | Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get. | Frequent: The Norwegian Buhund is easier than average to get. |
Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs Norwegian Buhund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which breed ranks highest? | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which is easiest to train? | Finnish Lapphund dogs are easy to train. | Samoyed dogs are easy to train. | Norwegian Buhund dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which breed is most alert? | Finnish Lapphund dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. | Norwegian Buhund dogs are good watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which breed is most protective? | Finnish Lapphund dogs are average defenders. | Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Norwegian Buhund dogs are average defenders. |
Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs Norwegian Buhund Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund? Compare temperaments. |
Courageous Friendly Keen Calm Faithful |
Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable |
Funny Loving Agile Energetic Courageous Friendly |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. | Norwegian Buhund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs Norwegian Buhund? | High: Finnish Lapphund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Norwegian Buhund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs Norwegian Buhund social needs comparison: | Finnish Lapphund dogs need for social interaction is average. | Samoyed dogs are a social breed. | Norwegian Buhund dogs need for social interaction is average. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Lapphund is strong enough to escape from home. | The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home. | The wanderlust potential of the Norwegian Buhund is strong enough to escape from home. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Finnish Lapphund dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Norwegian Buhund dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. |
Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs Norwegian Buhund Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which breed is most vocal? | A lot: Finnish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed. | Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. | A lot: Norwegian Buhund is a particularly loud breed. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which breed is most playful? | The Finnish Lapphund is a playful breed. | Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Norwegian Buhund is a highly playful breed. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which adapts best to small spaces? | It is not recommended to keep the Finnish Lapphund breed in the home. | It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Samoyed indoors. | It is not recommended to keep the Norwegian Buhund breed in the home. |
Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs Norwegian Buhund Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which breed is most flexible? | Finnish Lapphund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Norwegian Buhund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or Norwegian Buhund? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Samoyed dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. |
Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs Norwegian Buhund Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Finnish Lapphund has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Norwegian Buhund has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which uses mouth most during play? | Finnish Lapphund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Norwegian Buhund dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Finnish Lapphund bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Norwegian Buhund bite force: Ordinary. |
Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs Norwegian Buhund Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which breed lives longest? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Finnish Lapphund: 13 years |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years |
13-15 years The average lifespan of Norwegian Buhund: 14 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers cold weather The Finnish Lapphund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers cold weather The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers cold weather The Norwegian Buhund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which has fewer health issues? | Finnish Lapphunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Norwegian Buhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Frequent The Finnish Lapphund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Average The Samoyed should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Frequent The Norwegian Buhund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs Norwegian Buhund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs Norwegian Buhund health problems comparison: | No data available | Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis |
Eye Problems Hip Dysplasia Von Willebrand's Disease |
Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs Norwegian Buhund Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which breed is most active? | Finnish Lapphund dogs are high-energy dogs. | Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs. | Norwegian Buhund dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs Norwegian Buhund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or Norwegian Buhund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Finnish Lapphund dogs need a lot of exercises. | Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Norwegian Buhund dogs need a lot of exercises. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or Norwegian Buhund? | Finnish Lapphund dogs don't need too much sleep. | Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep. | Norwegian Buhund dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs Norwegian Buhund Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Finnish Lapphund's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average: The Norwegian Buhund has an average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which needs most food? | 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs Norwegian Buhund Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | Yes See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. What colors are available? |
Black Tan Cream Brown Sable Wolf Blonde | Cream White Biscuit |
Black Wheaten |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which requires most maintenance? | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. | Effortless: The Norwegian Buhund requires minimal grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which drools least? | The Finnish Lapphund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. | The Norwegian Buhund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Finnish Lapphund has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Norwegian Buhund has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Fluffy | Dense | Dense |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which requires most frequent baths? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or Norwegian Buhund? Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or {name3 shedding: | Finnish Lapphund dogs are heavy shedders. | Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. | Norwegian Buhund dogs shed moderately. |
Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs Norwegian Buhund Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which is best with kids? | Finnish Lapphund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Norwegian Buhund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Finnish Lapphund dogs are generally with other pets. | Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets. | Norwegian Buhund dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or Norwegian Buhund? Which dog is more friendly? | Finnish Lapphund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Norwegian Buhund dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or Norwegian Buhund? | Finnish Lapphund dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Norwegian Buhund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Finnish Lapphund or Samoyed or Norwegian Buhund? | Finnish Lapphund dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Norwegian Buhund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs Norwegian Buhund? |
Yes Finnish Lapphund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Norwegian Buhund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Finnish Lapphund is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Samoyed is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Yes Norwegian Buhund is one of the best dog breeds for office environment |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Finnish Lapphunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Samoyeds are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Norwegian Buhunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs Norwegian Buhund As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which has best nose work ability? | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which is best for SAR work? | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Finnish Lapphund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Norwegian Buhund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which has most military use? | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs Norwegian Buhund Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which has most puppies? | 2-9 puppies | 4-6 puppies | 4-8 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Finnish Lapphund vs Samoyed vs Norwegian Buhund Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Herding breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Herding breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section. | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section. | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Finnish Lapphund, Samoyed, and Norwegian Buhund. Which has most recognition? | No data available |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club | No data available |
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