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

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

Calm
Faithful
Keen
Courageous
Friendly

Alert
Eager
Intelligent
Confident
Fearless
Loyal

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

Gordon Setters 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.

Gordon Setters make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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Setting Spaniel

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

1900s

1600s

Herding (AKC:2011)
Northern Breeds (UKC)

Sporting (AKC:1884)
Gun Dog (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
White
Sable

Black
Brown
Fawn

Finnish Lapphunds have medium-length coats.

Gordon Setters are known for their coat length.

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

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

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Gastric Torsion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Otitis Externa
Hypothyroidism

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

Gordon Setter is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

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

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

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.

Gordon Setters 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 Gordon Setter, it's at least 15 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 Gordon Setters 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.

Gordon Setters require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Finnish Lapphund should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Gordon Setter should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
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 55-80 pound (25 - 36 kg) Gordon Setter 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 Gordon Setter 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 Gordon Setter 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.

Gordon Setter 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 Gordon Setter 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 generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Gordon Setters are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Gordon Setters are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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