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- Finnish Lapphund Versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Introduction
- Finnish Lapphund versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Overview
- Finnish Lapphund versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Finnish Lapphund and the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- The Similarities Between the Finnish Lapphund and the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Size (Weight and Height) of Finnish Lapphund versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Temperament of the Finnish Lapphund Versus the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- The Popularity of Finnish Lapphund versus Popularity of Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Health Problems of Finnish Lapphund versus Health Problems of Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Which one drools more, the Finnish Lapphund or the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Tolerates Being Alone: Finnish Lapphund versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Can Finnish Lapphunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Do Finnish Lapphunds shed more than Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
- Do Finnish Lapphunds Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Finnish Lapphund or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
- Does the Finnish Lapphund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
- Wanderlust Potential: Finnish Lapphund vs. Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Can Finnish Lapphunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Are Finnish Lapphunds good family dogs? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
- How Kid-friendly are Finnish Lapphunds and Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Finnish Lapphund or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
- Is the Finnish Lapphund Easier to Train than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Finnish Lapphund
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Finnish Lapphund versus Treeing Walker Coonhound. Which One is a Better Pet?
Finnish Lapphund Versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Finnish Lapphund and the Treeing Walker Coonhound? 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Finnish Lapphund and the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound. 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound.
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 Treeing Walker Coonhound
Finnish Lapphund versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Overview
A very important difference between the Finnish Lapphund and the Treeing Walker Coonhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Finnish Lapphund is a medium-sized dog while the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
Finnish Lapphund versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Finnish Lapphund to the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 | Treeing Walker Coonhound |
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| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 13 years |
| Height | 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 33 to 53 pounds | 45 to 80 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| 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 | 3/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.5 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $300 – $850 |
| Average Price | No Data | $620 |
| Temperament Score | 62.5 percent | 62.5 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 168 | 127 |
*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 Treeing Walker Coonhound. 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound is 66 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Finnish Lapphund is a better pet than the Treeing Walker Coonhound. 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound
Below is a list of where the Finnish Lapphund and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are most different:
The Similarities Between the Finnish Lapphund and the Treeing Walker Coonhound
The Finnish Lapphund and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Finnish Lapphund and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Finnish Lapphund versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Finnish Lapphund and the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
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, Treeing Walker Coonhounds weigh 45 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Treeing Walker Coonhounds are 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Temperament of the Finnish Lapphund Versus the Treeing Walker Coonhound
The Finnish Lapphund has the same temperament score as the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
This is because the temperament score for the Finnish Lapphund is 62.5 percent while the temperament score for the Treeing Walker Coonhound is 62.5 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and they are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 62.5 percent, the Finnish Lapphund has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 62.5 percent, the Treeing Walker Coonhound has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Finnish Lapphund and the Treeing Walker Coonhound by measuring the temperaments of 8 Finnish Lapphunds and 8 Treeing Walker Coonhounds.
The Popularity of Finnish Lapphund versus Popularity of Treeing Walker Coonhound
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 Finnish Lapphund and the Treeing Walker Coonhound over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Treeing Walker Coonhound is more popular with dog owners than the Finnish Lapphund. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Treeing Walker Coonhound is 127 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Finnish Lapphund is 168 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Finnish Lapphund
Popularity of Treeing Walker Coonhound
| Year | Finnish Lapphund Popularity Rank | Treeing Walker Coonhound Popularity Rank |
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| 2013 | 171 | 101 |
| 2014 | 173 | 112 |
| 2015 | 169 | 117 |
| 2016 | 173 | 137 |
| 2017 | 173 | 131 |
| 2018 | 161 | 137 |
| 2019 | 165 | 129 |
| 2020 | 165 | 153 |
Health Problems of Finnish Lapphund versus Health Problems of Treeing Walker Coonhound
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 Finnish Lapphund and the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Finnish Lapphund is prone to more genetic health problems than the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Finnish Lapphund than for the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
6 health tests are recommended for Finnish Lapphund while 4 tests are recommended for the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Finnish Lapphunds and in Treeing Walker Coonhounds.
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.
Treeing Walker Coonhound Health Problems
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhounds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Treeing Walker Coonhounds here.
Which one drools more, the Finnish Lapphund or the Treeing Walker Coonhound
Finnish Lapphunds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Tolerates Being Alone: Finnish Lapphund versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
Finnish Lapphunds do not like to be left alone.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.
Can Finnish Lapphunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Finnish Lapphunds cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Do Finnish Lapphunds shed more than Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
Finnish Lapphunds shed moderately.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds shed moderately.
Do Finnish Lapphunds Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
Finnish Lapphunds bark and howl, but not very much.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Is the Finnish Lapphund Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Finnish Lapphunds adapt very well to apartment living.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Finnish Lapphund or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Finnish Lapphunds are very good for new dog owners.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Finnish Lapphund or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Finnish Lapphunds are very easy to groom.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are very easy to groom.
Does the Finnish Lapphund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
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.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds 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. Treeing Walker Coonhound
Finnish Lapphunds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Finnish Lapphunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Finnish Lapphunds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Are Finnish Lapphunds good family dogs? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
Finnish Lapphunds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Finnish Lapphunds and Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
Finnish Lapphunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Finnish Lapphund or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Finnish Lapphunds get along very well with other dogs.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds get along fairly well with other dogs.
Is the Finnish Lapphund Easier to Train than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Finnish Lapphunds are very easy to train.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds 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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Treeing Walker Coonhound
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Finnish Lapphund and how the Treeing Walker Coonhound compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Finnish Lapphund and of the Treeing Walker Coonhound to other breeds:
Finnish Lapphund Versus Other Dog Breeds
Finnish Lapphund versus Portuguese Water Dog Finnish Lapphund versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Finnish Lapphund versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Finnish Lapphund versus Biewer Terrier Finnish Lapphund versus Mal Shi Finnish Lapphund versus Mal Shi Finnish Lapphund versus Bullmastiff Finnish Lapphund versus English Springer Spaniel Finnish Lapphund versus Shihpoo Finnish Lapphund versus Pomchi
Treeing Walker Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Pyredoodle Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Saint Bernard Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Pyrenean Mastiff Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Brittany Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Barbet Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Whippet Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Lagotto Romagnolo Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Kuvasz Treeing Walker Coonhound versus German Longhaired Pointer
Conclusion: Finnish Lapphund versus Treeing Walker Coonhound. 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound better suits you and your family.