Differences and Similarities between the Finnish Lapphund and the Mountain Cur.

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Finnish Lapphund Versus Mountain Cur: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Finnish Lapphund and the Mountain Cur? 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 Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Finnish Lapphund and the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur. 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 Mountain Cur.

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 Mountain Cur

Finnish Lapphund versus Mountain Cur: Overview

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

Finnish Lapphund versus Mountain Cur: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Finnish Lapphund to the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 16 years
Height 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder 16 to 26 inches
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Weight 33 to 53 pounds 30 to 60 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 3/5
Easy To Train 5/5 2/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.0 years
Price Range No Data $350 – $800
Average Price No Data $550
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
    		•  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 Mountain Cur. 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 Mountain Cur is 76 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Finnish Lapphund is a better pet than the Mountain 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 Finnish Lapphund and the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur

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

  • Finnish Lapphunds adapt well to apartment living. However, Mountain Curs do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Finnish Lapphunds are good for new dog owners. However, Mountain Curs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Finnish Lapphunds gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them. However, Mountain Curs are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Finnish Lapphunds are very easy to train. However, Mountain Curs are not easy to train.

    • The Similarities Between the Finnish Lapphund and the Mountain Cur

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

  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Mountain Cur do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Mountain Cur do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Mountain Cur 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 Finnish Lapphund and the Mountain Cur are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Mountain Cur are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Mountain Cur have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Mountain Cur have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Mountain Cur require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Mountain Cur can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Mountain Cur are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Mountain Cur get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Mountain Cur are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Mountain Cur have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Mountain Cur do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Mountain Cur are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Finnish Lapphund versus Mountain Cur

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

    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, Mountain Curs weigh 30 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Mountain Curs are 16 to 26 inches when fully grown.

    Which one drools more, the Finnish Lapphund or the Mountain Cur

    Finnish Lapphunds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Mountain Curs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Finnish Lapphund versus Mountain Cur

    Finnish Lapphunds do not like to be left alone.

    Mountain Curs do not like to be left alone.

    Can Finnish Lapphunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mountain Curs Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Mountain Curs can tolerate hot weather.

    Do Finnish Lapphunds shed more than Mountain Curs?

    Finnish Lapphunds shed moderately.

    Mountain Curs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Do Finnish Lapphunds Bark and Howl? What about Mountain Curs?

    Finnish Lapphunds bark and howl, but not very much.

    Mountain Curs bark and howl, but not very much.

    Is the Finnish Lapphund Better for Apartment Owners than the Mountain Cur?

    Finnish Lapphunds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Mountain Curs do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Finnish Lapphunds are very good for new dog owners.

    Mountain Curs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

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

    Finnish Lapphunds are very easy to groom.

    Mountain Curs are very easy to groom.

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

    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.

    Mountain 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.

    Wanderlust Potential: Finnish Lapphund vs. Mountain Cur

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

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

    Can Finnish Lapphunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mountain Curs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Finnish Lapphunds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Mountain Curs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Are Finnish Lapphunds good family dogs? What about Mountain Curs?

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

    Mountain Curs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Finnish Lapphunds and Mountain Curs?

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

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

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

    Finnish Lapphunds get along very well with other dogs.

    Mountain Curs get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Is the Finnish Lapphund Easier to Train than the Mountain Cur?

    Finnish Lapphunds are very easy to train.

    Mountain Curs are not 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:

  • American Eskimo Dog (79 percent match with Finnish Lapphund). Here is our comparison of the Mountain Cur vs American Eskimo Dog.
  • Bearded Collie (80 percent match with Finnish Lapphund). Here is our comparison of the Mountain Cur vs Bearded Collie.
  • English Cocker Spaniel (79 percent match with Finnish Lapphund). Here is our comparison of the Mountain Cur vs English Cocker Spaniel.
  • Jack Russell Terrier (80 percent match with Finnish Lapphund). Here is our comparison of the Mountain Cur vs Jack Russell Terrier.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Mountain Cur

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur:

  • Black Mouth Cur (80 percent match with Mountain Cur). Here is our comparison of the Finnish Lapphund vs Black Mouth Cur.
  • Karelian Bear Dog (77 percent match with Mountain Cur). Here is our comparison of the Finnish Lapphund vs Karelian Bear Dog.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Finnish Lapphund and how the Mountain Cur compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Finnish Lapphund and of the Mountain Cur to other breeds:

    Finnish Lapphund Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Finnish Lapphund versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Finnish Lapphund versus Akbash     Finnish Lapphund versus Vizsla     Finnish Lapphund versus Bordoodle     Finnish Lapphund versus Norfolk Terrier     Finnish Lapphund versus Canaan Dog     Finnish Lapphund versus Labradoodle     Finnish Lapphund versus Afghan Hound     Finnish Lapphund versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Finnish Lapphund versus West Highland White Terrier     

    Mountain Cur Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Mountain Cur versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Mountain Cur versus Briard     Mountain Cur versus Cavachon     Mountain Cur versus Chow Chow     Mountain Cur versus Miniature Schnauzer     Mountain Cur versus Mastiff     Mountain Cur versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Mountain Cur versus Yorkshire Terrier     Mountain Cur versus Rottweiler     Mountain Cur versus Borzoi     

    Conclusion: Finnish Lapphund versus Mountain Cur. 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 Mountain Cur better suits you and your family.