Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Cesky Terrier Versus Finnish Lapphund: Introduction
- Cesky Terrier versus Finnish Lapphund: Overview
- Cesky Terrier versus Finnish Lapphund: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cesky Terrier and the Finnish Lapphund
- The Similarities Between the Cesky Terrier and the Finnish Lapphund
- Size (Weight and Height) of Cesky Terrier versus Finnish Lapphund
- The Popularity of Cesky Terrier versus Popularity of Finnish Lapphund
- Health Problems of Cesky Terrier versus Health Problems of Finnish Lapphund
- Do Cesky Terriers shed more than Finnish Lapphunds?
- Which one drools more, the Cesky Terrier or the Finnish Lapphund
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cesky Terrier or the Finnish Lapphund?
- Does the Cesky Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Finnish Lapphund?
- Tolerates Being Alone: Cesky Terrier versus Finnish Lapphund
- Can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Finnish Lapphunds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Finnish Lapphunds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- How Kid-friendly are Cesky Terriers and Finnish Lapphunds?
- Do Cesky Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Finnish Lapphunds?
- Wanderlust Potential: Cesky Terrier vs. Finnish Lapphund
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Cesky Terrier or the Finnish Lapphund?
- Is the Cesky Terrier Easier to Train than the Finnish Lapphund?
- Are Cesky Terriers good family dogs? What about Finnish Lapphunds?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cesky Terrier
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Finnish Lapphund
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Cesky Terrier versus Finnish Lapphund. Which One is a Better Pet?
Cesky Terrier Versus Finnish Lapphund: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cesky Terrier and the Finnish Lapphund? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Cesky Terrier 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 Cesky Terrier and the Finnish Lapphund.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cesky Terrier 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 Cesky Terrier 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 more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Cesky Terrier 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 Cesky Terrier or the Finnish Lapphund
Cesky Terrier versus Finnish Lapphund: Overview
A very important difference between the Cesky Terrier and the Finnish Lapphund is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cesky Terrier is a small-sized dog while the Finnish Lapphund is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Cesky Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
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.
Cesky Terrier versus Finnish Lapphund: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Cesky Terrier 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.
| Factor | Cesky Terrier | Finnish Lapphund |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 10 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder | 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Weight | 13 to 30 pounds | 33 to 53 pounds |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Price Range | No Data | No Data |
| Average Price | No Data | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 183 | 168 |
*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cesky Terrier 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 a Cesky Terrier is 89 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Finnish Lapphund is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cesky Terrier is a better pet than the Finnish Lapphund. So, you should get the Cesky Terrier!
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 Cesky Terrier 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 Cesky Terrier and the Finnish Lapphund
Below is a list of where the Cesky Terrier and the Finnish Lapphund are most different:
The Similarities Between the Cesky Terrier and the Finnish Lapphund
The Cesky Terrier and the Finnish Lapphund are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cesky Terrier and the Finnish Lapphund are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Cesky Terrier versus Finnish Lapphund
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cesky Terrier and the Finnish Lapphund.
Cesky Terriers weigh 13 to 30 pounds when fully grown. Cesky Terriers are 10 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder 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.
The Popularity of Cesky Terrier versus Popularity of Finnish Lapphund
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Cesky Terrier and the Finnish Lapphund over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Finnish Lapphund is more popular with dog owners than the Cesky Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Finnish Lapphund is 168 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Cesky Terrier is 183 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Cesky Terrier
Popularity of Finnish Lapphund
| Year | Cesky Terrier Popularity Rank | Finnish Lapphund Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 174 | 171 |
| 2014 | 182 | 173 |
| 2015 | 179 | 169 |
| 2016 | 182 | 173 |
| 2017 | 185 | 173 |
| 2018 | 185 | 161 |
| 2019 | 188 | 165 |
| 2020 | 191 | 165 |
Health Problems of Cesky Terrier versus Health Problems of Finnish Lapphund
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. Therefore, there is nothing like a perfect puppy.
Both the Cesky Terrier and the Finnish Lapphund are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Cesky Terrier is prone to more genetic health problems than the Finnish Lapphund.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Cesky Terrier than for the Finnish Lapphund.
7 health tests are recommended for Cesky Terrier while 6 tests are recommended for the Finnish Lapphund.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Cesky Terriers and in Finnish Lapphunds.
Cesky Terrier Health Problems
Cesky Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Cesky Terrier puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Cesky Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Cesky Terrier breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Cesky Terriers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Cesky Terriers here.
Finnish Lapphund Health Problems
Finnish Lapphunds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Finnish Lapphund puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Finnish Lapphund puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Finnish Lapphund breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Finnish Lapphunds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Finnish Lapphunds here.
Do Cesky Terriers shed more than Finnish Lapphunds?
Cesky Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Finnish Lapphunds shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Cesky Terrier or the Finnish Lapphund
Cesky Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Finnish Lapphunds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cesky Terrier or the Finnish Lapphund?
Cesky Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.
Finnish Lapphunds get along very well with other dogs.
Does the Cesky Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Finnish Lapphund?
Cesky Terriers have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to 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.
Tolerates Being Alone: Cesky Terrier versus Finnish Lapphund
Cesky Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.
Finnish Lapphunds do not like to be left alone.
Can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Finnish Lapphunds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Cesky Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Finnish Lapphunds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Finnish Lapphunds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Cesky Terriers 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.
How Kid-friendly are Cesky Terriers and Finnish Lapphunds?
Cesky Terriers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Finnish Lapphunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Do Cesky Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Finnish Lapphunds?
Cesky Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.
Finnish Lapphunds bark and howl, but not very much.
Wanderlust Potential: Cesky Terrier vs. Finnish Lapphund
Cesky Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Finnish Lapphunds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cesky Terrier or the Finnish Lapphund?
Cesky Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Finnish Lapphunds are very good for new dog owners.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Cesky Terrier or the Finnish Lapphund?
Cesky Terriers are very easy to groom.
Finnish Lapphunds are very easy to groom.
Is the Cesky Terrier Easier to Train than the Finnish Lapphund?
Cesky Terriers are very easy to train.
Finnish Lapphunds are very easy to train.
Is the Cesky Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Finnish Lapphund?
Cesky Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Finnish Lapphunds adapt very well to apartment living.
Are Cesky Terriers good family dogs? What about Finnish Lapphunds?
Cesky Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Finnish Lapphunds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cesky Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cesky Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Cesky Terrier:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Finnish Lapphund
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Finnish Lapphund that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Finnish Lapphund:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Cesky Terrier and how the Finnish Lapphund compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cesky Terrier and of the Finnish Lapphund to other breeds:
Cesky Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Finnish Lapphund Versus Other Dog Breeds
Finnish Lapphund versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Finnish Lapphund versus Papipoo Finnish Lapphund versus Swedish Vallhund Finnish Lapphund versus Newfoundland Finnish Lapphund versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Finnish Lapphund versus Australian Kelpie Finnish Lapphund versus Weimaraner Finnish Lapphund versus American Pit Bull Terrier Finnish Lapphund versus Pointer Finnish Lapphund versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog
Conclusion: Cesky Terrier 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 Cesky Terrier and the Finnish Lapphund better suits you and your family.