The Swedish Lapphund is a medium-sized breed of dog that was originally bred in Sweden for herding and guarding livestock. They are intelligent, friendly, and energetic, and make excellent working dogs.
Swedish Lapphund
Also known as Svensk lapphund, Lapphund, Swedish Lapp Dog
Origin
- Country
- Sweden
- Region
- Lapland/Norrland
Group
- Foundation Stock Service
Lifespan
- 12–14 years
Size
- Height
- Male 45–51 cm · Female 40–46 cm
- Weight
- 16–20 kg
Coat
- Type
- double
- Length
- medium
- Colours
- black, brown/liver, black with white markings, brown with white markings
Traits
- alert, affectionate, confident, independent, watchful, lively