Finnish Lapphund

Description: Animal Species: Dogs

Newest Review: ... out. Puppies are an extra burden because they need training and socialising. Before taking the plunge and getting a dog it is worth reading up on dog psychology. The basics are that the dog thinks of the family it lives with as its "pack". You MUST make sure the dog realises that it has the lowest position in the pack, or it will start walking all over everybody and become a real ... more

... problem. The dog needs to know who is boss to make a well-adjusted pet. There are a million and one other things you should know before bringing a dog into your home, about their health care, ailments, nutrition, grooming and exercising. It is NOT as sim...more

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Finnish Lapphund: They look like fluffy little bear cubs (2507 words)
by - written on 18/01/08 (Very useful, 1225 readings)
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The Finnish lapphund is not like to be a dog you have heard of, which is a real shame, as they are wonderful little dogs that make brilliant pets...very intelligent, gentle and adaptable canines that stay within a reasonable size. Their role as "perfect family pet" tends to be filled more by retrievers, labs and spaniels in this country, but if you are looking for a trainable, reasonanly sized, smart and friendly dog breed that is a little different, the lapphund is a lovely choice. Some Lapphund history The Lapphund evolved from a dog kept by the Lapp people (oddly enough). It is thought that the arctic spitz type of dog dates as ... Read the complete review

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