Swedish Lapphund

Swedish Lapphund History

The Swedish Lapphund is a breed of spitz-type hunting dog that originated in northern Sweden. The Swedish Lapphund is closely related to the Norwegian Elkhound, Finnish Spitz, and the Bohemian Forest Hound, and is descended from the same type of ancient Nordic wolf-hunting animal. The Swedish word lapphund literally means “lapdog”, and these dogs were traditionally used to accompany hunters while they hunted reindeer. The Swedish Lapphund is a medium-sized, medium-sized, compact, and sturdy spitz. The head is wedge-shaped, with a well-developed, broad skull. The muzzle is strong and pointed, and the lips meet in a scissors bite. The almond-shaped eyes are dark brown, and the ears are small and triangular. The neck is of medium length and covered with short hair. The chest is deep, and the legs are straight and muscular. The tail is docked to about half its length, and hangs down when the dog is relaxed. The feet are round and compact. The coat is short and dense, and comes in a variety of colours. The colour of the coat varies with the colour of the nose and eye rims. The coat is usually black, brown, gray, or reddish, and the undercoat is often white. The colour of the coat varies with the colour of the nose and eye rims. The ears are occasionally left natural. The Swedish Lapphund is hardy, energetic, and alert. The breed is highly intelligent, and is devoted to its family. The temperament is friendly

Swedish Lapphund Physical Characteristics

The Swedish Lapphund is a small, medium-to-large, thick-coated, short-legged herding breed that originated in Sweden. They stand between 15 and 18 inches high at the shoulder and weigh between 30 and 45 pounds. They have a thick, heavy, double-coat that is either all black, all white, or a mixture of black and white. They have wide, erect ears and a dark, almond-shaped, slightly slanted, medium sized, eyes. The tail is docked. This breed is intelligent, alert, and friendly.

Swedish Lapphund Health

Description of breed health.

Swedish Lapphund Temperament and Behaviour

The Swedish Lapphund is a playful and energetic breed that is eager to learn and please. They are gentle, sensitive, and devoted with their family, but can be protective and territorial of their territory. They are independent, but can be stubborn, and are known to bark.

Swedish Lapphund Activity Requirements

Swedish Lapphunds are medium-sized, Spitz-type dogs. They are intelligent, friendly, and energetic. They are known for being outgoing and affectionate towards their owners. While they are not the most intense of breeds, they do require regular exercise. A daily walk or jog will keep a

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