Breed Comparison: Black Mouth Cur Versus Finnish Lapphund

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Black Mouth Cur Versus Finnish Lapphund: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Black Mouth Cur and for the Finnish Lapphund. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Black Mouth Cur or the Finnish Lapphund.

Black Mouth Cur versus Finnish Lapphund: Overview

A very important difference between the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Black Mouth Cur is a large-sized dog while the Finnish Lapphund is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Black Mouth Cur belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

On the other hand, the Finnish Lapphund belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

Black Mouth Cur versus Finnish Lapphund: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Black Mouth Cur to the Finnish Lapphund based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund

Factor Black Mouth Cur Finnish Lapphund
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 4/5
Life Span 12 to 18 years 12 to 15 years
Height 16 to 25 inches 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Weight 40 to 95 pounds 33 to 53 pounds
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 15.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $320 No Data
Price Range $300 – $300 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Black Mouth Cur in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Finnish Lapphund. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Black Mouth Cur is 74 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Finnish Lapphund is 84 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Finnish Lapphund is a better pet than the Black Mouth Cur. So, you should get the Finnish Lapphund!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund

    Below is a list of where the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund are most different:

    • Black Mouth Curs do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Finnish Lapphunds adapt well to apartment living.

    The Similarities Between the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund

    The Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund are most similar:

    • Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund do not like to be left alone.
    • Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
    • Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
    • Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
    • Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund are very playful.
    • Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
    • Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund are very easy to groom.
    • Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
    • Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    Size Comparison of Black Mouth Cur versus Finnish Lapphund

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund.

    Black Mouth Curs weigh 40 to 95 pounds when fully grown. Black Mouth Curs are 16 to 25 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Finnish Lapphunds weigh 33 to 53 pounds when fully grown. Finnish Lapphunds are 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Black Mouth Cur versus Finnish Lapphund

    The lifespan of Black Mouth Curs is between 12 to 18 years. The average lifespan of Black Mouth Curs is 15.0 years.

    The lifespan of Finnish Lapphunds is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Finnish Lapphunds is 13.5 years.

    Black Mouth Curs live longer than Finnish Lapphunds.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Black Mouth Cur versus Finnish Lapphund

    Black Mouth Curs do not like to be left alone.

    Finnish Lapphunds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Black Mouth Curs shed more than Finnish Lapphunds?

    Black Mouth Curs shed moderately.

    Finnish Lapphunds shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Black Mouth Cur or the Finnish Lapphund

    Black Mouth Curs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Finnish Lapphunds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Black Mouth Cur or the Finnish Lapphund?

    Black Mouth Curs are very easy to groom.

    Finnish Lapphunds are very easy to groom.

    Does the Black Mouth Cur Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Finnish Lapphund?

    Black Mouth Curs have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Finnish Lapphunds have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Black Mouth Curs Bark and Howl? What about Finnish Lapphunds?

    Black Mouth Curs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Finnish Lapphunds bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Black Mouth Curs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Finnish Lapphunds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Black Mouth Curs can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Finnish Lapphunds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Black Mouth Cur vs. Finnish Lapphund

    Black Mouth Curs have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Finnish Lapphunds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Black Mouth Curs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Finnish Lapphunds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Black Mouth Curs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Finnish Lapphunds cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Black Mouth Cur or the Finnish Lapphund?

    Black Mouth Curs get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Finnish Lapphunds get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Black Mouth Curs good family dogs? What about Finnish Lapphunds?

    Black Mouth Curs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Finnish Lapphunds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Black Mouth Curs and Finnish Lapphunds?

    Black Mouth Curs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Finnish Lapphunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Black Mouth Cur Easier to Train than the Finnish Lapphund?

    Black Mouth Curs are fairly easy to train.

    Finnish Lapphunds are very easy to train.

    Is the Black Mouth Cur Better for Apartment Owners than the Finnish Lapphund?

    Black Mouth Curs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Finnish Lapphunds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Black Mouth Cur or the Finnish Lapphund?

    Black Mouth Curs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Finnish Lapphunds are very good for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Black Mouth Cur versus Finnish Lapphund. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Black Mouth Cur and the Finnish Lapphund better suits you and your family.