Unfortunately, the Finnish Lapphund is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Bichon Frises are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Calm
Faithful
Keen
Courageous
Friendly

Affectionate
Playful
Sensitive
Cheerful
Gentle
Intelligent

Finnish Lapphunds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Bichon Frises are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Choose a Finnish Lapphund if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Bichon Frises are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

spitz, wolf

barbet, water dog

ACA = American Canine Association Inc.
AKC = American Kennel Club
ANKC = Australian National Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
NAPR = North American Purebred Registry, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The Bichon Frise Club Of America

1900s

ancient times

Herding (AKC:2011)
Northern Breeds (UKC)

Non Sporting (AKC:1972)
Companion (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
White
Sable

White
Cream

Straight

Curly

Finnish Lapphunds are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Bichon Frise breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Dental Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Cataract
Urolithiasis
Allergies
Tooth Loss
Hemophilia
Atopic Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Eye
Blood
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Dental Examination
Allergy Tests

Finnish Lapphunds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Bichon Frises are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Finnish Lapphund has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Bichon Frise has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Finnish Lapphunds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Bichon Frises need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Finnish Lapphunds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Bichon Frises are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Finnish Lapphund dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Bichon Frises bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

While Finnish Lapphund dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Bichon Frise dogs may not be the best choice as guard dogs because they do not have a strong instinct to defend their territory.

Hike, Walk

Play, Agility, Walk, Walking, Sniffing, Running, Tricks, Fetch, Cuddling, Swimming, Socializing, Cuddle, Sleeping, Training, Go to Park, Lickin, Pets, Run, Snuggle, Sleep, Barking, Eating, Belly rubs, Off-leash, Chase, Dog Parks, Speak, High Five, Tug-of-war, Toys

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Finnish Lapphund, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bichon Frise, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Finnish Lapphunds usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Bichon Frises usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 33-52 pound (15 - 24 kg) Finnish Lapphund feed 2.7 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 11-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Bichon Frise feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Finnish Lapphund is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Bichon Frise is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Finnish Lapphund is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Bichon Frise is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Finnish Lapphund has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Bichon Frises are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Finnish Lapphunds can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Bichon Frises make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Finnish Lapphunds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Bichon Frises are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Finnish Lapphunds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Bichon Frises are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Finnish Lapphunds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Bichon Frises are highly friendly around strangers.

Finnish Lapphunds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Bichon Frises are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.