Calm
Faithful
Keen
Courageous
Friendly

Active
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Trainable
Elegant
Faithful
Instinctual
Hard working
Herding

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

Cadoodles 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.

Cadoodles aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

spitz, wolf

Poodle and Collie

1900s

2000's

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
White
Sable

Sable
Blue
Black
Brown
White
Pied

Finnish Lapphunds have medium-length coats.

Cadoodles have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

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 Cadoodle can have a litter of 4-8 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 susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Hip Dysplasia
Addison's Disease

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Cataracts
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination

X-Rays
Blood Count
Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Chemistry

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

Cadoodles' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Cadoodle 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.

Cadoodles 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.

Cadoodles have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Cadoodle dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Finnish Lapphunds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Cadoodles are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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 Cadoodle, it's at least 11 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 Cadoodles 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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Scissors
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 50-70 pound (23 - 32 kg) Cadoodle 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 Cadoodle is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 Cadoodle is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Cadoodle is highly intelligent and very trainable.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

The Cadoodle is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

Finnish Lapphunds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Cadoodles are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Cadoodles are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

The Cadoodle is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.