Finnish Lapphund has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Bloodhound has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Calm
Faithful
Keen
Courageous
Friendly

Affectionate
Gentle
Independent
Outright
Tempered
Stubborn

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

Bloodhounds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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.

Avoid Bloodhounds as watchdogs - they're not effective.

spitz, wolf

flemish hound, talbot hound

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.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

1900s

middle ages

Herding (AKC:2011)
Northern Breeds (UKC)

Hound (AKC:1885)
Scenthounds (UKC)

Brown

Hazel
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Red
White
Sable

Black
Brown
Red
Fawn
Sable

Finnish Lapphunds have medium-length coats.

Bloodhounds have short coats.

A Finnish Lapphund can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Bloodhound can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Finnish Lapphunds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Bloodhounds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

The Bloodhound breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Otitis Externa
Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Cherry Eye
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Bone And Joint Problems
Hypothyroidism

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays

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

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

Finnish Lapphund minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Bloodhound excessively drools, consider a different breed if not appealing.

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

Bloodhound dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

Hike, Walk

Snack time, Walk, Petting, Sniffing, Not walking, Eating treats, Walking, Cuddle, Hide & Seek

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 Bloodhounds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Finnish Lapphunds have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Bloodhound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
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 90-110 pound (41 - 50 kg) Bloodhound feed 3 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 Bloodhound is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 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 Bloodhound is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 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.

Bloodhound is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

The Bloodhound is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

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

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

Bloodhounds are highly friendly around strangers.

Finnish Lapphunds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Bloodhounds are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.