Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Finnish Lapphund Versus King Shepherd: Introduction
- Finnish Lapphund versus King Shepherd: Overview
- Finnish Lapphund versus King Shepherd: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Finnish Lapphund and the King Shepherd
- The Similarities Between the Finnish Lapphund and the King Shepherd
- Size (Weight and Height) of Finnish Lapphund versus King Shepherd
- Which one drools more, the Finnish Lapphund or the King Shepherd
- Tolerates Being Alone: Finnish Lapphund versus King Shepherd
- Can Finnish Lapphunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can King Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Do Finnish Lapphunds shed more than King Shepherds?
- Do Finnish Lapphunds Bark and Howl? What about King Shepherds?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Finnish Lapphund or the King Shepherd?
- Does the Finnish Lapphund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the King Shepherd?
- Wanderlust Potential: Finnish Lapphund vs. King Shepherd
- Can Finnish Lapphunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can King Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Are Finnish Lapphunds good family dogs? What about King Shepherds?
- How Kid-friendly are Finnish Lapphunds and King Shepherds?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Finnish Lapphund or the King Shepherd?
- Is the Finnish Lapphund Easier to Train than the King Shepherd?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Finnish Lapphund
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the King Shepherd
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Finnish Lapphund versus King Shepherd. Which One is a Better Pet?
Finnish Lapphund Versus King Shepherd: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Finnish Lapphund and the King Shepherd? 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 Finnish Lapphund and the King Shepherd 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 Finnish Lapphund and the King Shepherd.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Finnish Lapphund and the King Shepherd 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 Finnish Lapphund and for the King Shepherd. 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 Finnish Lapphund and the King Shepherd.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Finnish Lapphund or the King Shepherd
Finnish Lapphund versus King Shepherd: Overview
A very important difference between the Finnish Lapphund and the King Shepherd is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Finnish Lapphund is a medium-sized dog while the King Shepherd is a giant-sized dog.
Furthermore, 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.
On the other hand, the King Shepherd belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offsprings of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds..
Finnish Lapphund versus King Shepherd: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Finnish Lapphund to the King Shepherd 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 | Finnish Lapphund | King Shepherd |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 11 years |
| Height | 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder | 25 to 31 inches |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 33 to 53 pounds | 75 to 150 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 10.5 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $700 – $2500 |
| Average Price | No Data | $1560 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
*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 Finnish Lapphund 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 King Shepherd. 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 Finnish Lapphund is 84 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a King Shepherd is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the King Shepherd is not better or worse than the Finnish Lapphund. So, you can get the King Shepherd or 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 Finnish Lapphund and the King Shepherd so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Finnish Lapphund and the King Shepherd
Below is a list of where the Finnish Lapphund and the King Shepherd are most different:
The Similarities Between the Finnish Lapphund and the King Shepherd
The Finnish Lapphund and the King Shepherd are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Finnish Lapphund and the King Shepherd are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Finnish Lapphund versus King Shepherd
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Finnish Lapphund and the King Shepherd.
Finnish Lapphunds weigh 33 to 53 pounds when fully grown. Finnish Lapphunds are 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, King Shepherds weigh 75 to 150 pounds when fully grown. King Shepherds are 25 to 31 inches when fully grown.
Which one drools more, the Finnish Lapphund or the King Shepherd
Finnish Lapphunds do have a very low tendency to drool.
King Shepherds have a very high tendency to drool.
Tolerates Being Alone: Finnish Lapphund versus King Shepherd
Finnish Lapphunds do not like to be left alone.
King Shepherds do not like to be left alone.
Can Finnish Lapphunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can King Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Finnish Lapphunds cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
King Shepherds can tolerate hot weather.
Do Finnish Lapphunds shed more than King Shepherds?
Finnish Lapphunds shed moderately.
King Shepherds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Do Finnish Lapphunds Bark and Howl? What about King Shepherds?
Finnish Lapphunds bark and howl, but not very much.
King Shepherds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Is the Finnish Lapphund Better for Apartment Owners than the King Shepherd?
Finnish Lapphunds adapt very well to apartment living.
King Shepherds adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Finnish Lapphund or the King Shepherd?
Finnish Lapphunds are very good for new dog owners.
King Shepherds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Finnish Lapphund or the King Shepherd?
Finnish Lapphunds are very easy to groom.
King Shepherds are very easy to groom.
Does the Finnish Lapphund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the King Shepherd?
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.
King Shepherds 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.
Wanderlust Potential: Finnish Lapphund vs. King Shepherd
Finnish Lapphunds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
King Shepherds have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Finnish Lapphunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can King Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Finnish Lapphunds can very well tolerate cold weather.
King Shepherds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Are Finnish Lapphunds good family dogs? What about King Shepherds?
Finnish Lapphunds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
King Shepherds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Finnish Lapphunds and King Shepherds?
Finnish Lapphunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
King Shepherds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Finnish Lapphund or the King Shepherd?
Finnish Lapphunds get along very well with other dogs.
King Shepherds get along very well with other dogs.
Is the Finnish Lapphund Easier to Train than the King Shepherd?
Finnish Lapphunds are very easy to train.
King Shepherds are very easy to train.
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 Dog Breeds That are Similar to the King Shepherd
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the King Shepherd 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 King Shepherd:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Finnish Lapphund and how the King Shepherd compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Finnish Lapphund and of the King Shepherd to other breeds:
Finnish Lapphund Versus Other Dog Breeds
Finnish Lapphund versus Rottweiler Finnish Lapphund versus Irish Water Spaniel Finnish Lapphund versus French Bulldog Finnish Lapphund versus Siberian Husky Finnish Lapphund versus Boston Terrier Finnish Lapphund versus Tibetan Spaniel Finnish Lapphund versus Chi-Poo Finnish Lapphund versus West Highland White Terrier Finnish Lapphund versus Bullmastiff Finnish Lapphund versus Pomapoo
King Shepherd Versus Other Dog Breeds
King Shepherd versus Norwegian Buhund King Shepherd versus Miniature Schnauzer King Shepherd versus Miniature Pinscher King Shepherd versus Pomsky King Shepherd versus Pomapoo King Shepherd versus Jack Russell Terrier King Shepherd versus Catahoula Leopard Dog King Shepherd versus Spinone Italiano King Shepherd versus Papillon King Shepherd versus Shihpoo
Conclusion: Finnish Lapphund versus King Shepherd. 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 Finnish Lapphund and the King Shepherd better suits you and your family.