Which is Better between the Finnish Lapphund and the Stabyhoun? A Very Detailed Review.

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Finnish Lapphund Versus Stabyhoun: Introduction

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

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

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 Stabyhoun

Finnish Lapphund versus Stabyhoun: Overview

Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Stabyhoun are similar in size. The Finnish Lapphund and the Stabyhoun are both medium-sized dogs.

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 Stabyhoun belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

Finnish Lapphund versus Stabyhoun: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Finnish Lapphund to the Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 13 to 14 years
Height 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder 19 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Weight 33 to 53 pounds 45 to 50 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Easy To Train 5/5 5/5
Intelligence 5/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Price Range No Data No Data
Average Price No Data No Data
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 Stabyhoun. 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 Stabyhoun is 85 out of 125.

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

    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 Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun

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

  • Finnish Lapphunds are prone to nip and chew at things. However, Stabyhouns are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Finnish Lapphunds can tolerate cold weather. However, Stabyhouns cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    • The Similarities Between the Finnish Lapphund and the Stabyhoun

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

  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Stabyhoun do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Stabyhoun do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Stabyhoun cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Stabyhoun are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Stabyhoun are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Stabyhoun are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Stabyhoun gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Stabyhoun have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Stabyhoun have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Stabyhoun require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Stabyhoun are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Stabyhoun get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Stabyhoun get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Stabyhoun are very easy to train.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Stabyhoun are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Stabyhoun do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Finnish Lapphund and the Stabyhoun are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Finnish Lapphund versus Stabyhoun

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

    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, Stabyhouns weigh 45 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Stabyhouns are 19 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Which one drools more, the Finnish Lapphund or the Stabyhoun

    Finnish Lapphunds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Stabyhouns do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Finnish Lapphund versus Stabyhoun

    Finnish Lapphunds do not like to be left alone.

    Stabyhouns can be left alone only for a short time.

    Can Finnish Lapphunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Stabyhouns Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Stabyhouns cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Do Finnish Lapphunds shed more than Stabyhouns?

    Finnish Lapphunds shed moderately.

    Stabyhouns shed moderately.

    Do Finnish Lapphunds Bark and Howl? What about Stabyhouns?

    Finnish Lapphunds bark and howl, but not very much.

    Stabyhouns bark and howl, but not very much.

    Is the Finnish Lapphund Better for Apartment Owners than the Stabyhoun?

    Finnish Lapphunds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Stabyhouns do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Finnish Lapphunds are very good for new dog owners.

    Stabyhouns are OK for new dog owners.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Finnish Lapphund or the Stabyhoun?

    Finnish Lapphunds are very easy to groom.

    Stabyhouns are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Finnish Lapphund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Stabyhoun?

    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.

    Stabyhouns 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. Stabyhoun

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

    Stabyhouns 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 Stabyhouns Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Finnish Lapphunds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Stabyhouns cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Are Finnish Lapphunds good family dogs? What about Stabyhouns?

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

    Stabyhouns are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Finnish Lapphunds and Stabyhouns?

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

    Stabyhouns get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Finnish Lapphunds get along very well with other dogs.

    Stabyhouns get along very well with other dogs.

    Is the Finnish Lapphund Easier to Train than the Stabyhoun?

    Finnish Lapphunds are very easy to train.

    Stabyhouns 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:

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

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Stabyhoun

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

  • Cardigan Welsh Corgi (77 percent match with Stabyhoun). Here is our comparison of the Finnish Lapphund vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
  • Cockalier (77 percent match with Stabyhoun). Here is our comparison of the Finnish Lapphund vs Cockalier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Finnish Lapphund Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Finnish Lapphund versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Finnish Lapphund versus Barbet     Finnish Lapphund versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Finnish Lapphund versus Pug     Finnish Lapphund versus Shiba Inu     Finnish Lapphund versus Chi-Poo     Finnish Lapphund versus King Shepherd     Finnish Lapphund versus Canaan Dog     Finnish Lapphund versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Finnish Lapphund versus Affenhuahua     

    Stabyhoun Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Stabyhoun versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Stabyhoun versus Boston Terrier     Stabyhoun versus Pomsky     Stabyhoun versus Labradoodle     Stabyhoun versus Pug     Stabyhoun versus Japanese Spitz     Stabyhoun versus Toy Poodle     Stabyhoun versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Stabyhoun versus Rottweiler     Stabyhoun versus Bernedoodle     

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