Calm
Faithful
Keen
Courageous
Friendly

Active
Playful
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

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

Shorgis 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 Shorgis as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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Pembroke Welsh Corgi and Shih Tzu

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.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1900s

Unknown

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Blue
Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Red
White
Sable

Fawn
Brown
Red

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 Shorgi can have a litter of 6-7 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 Shorgi breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Hip Dysplasia

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Ear Infections
Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Work
Neurological Examination
Spinal Tap
Cultures
Myelogram
Electroretinogram

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

Shorgis 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.

Shorgi 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.

Shorgis need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Shorgis 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.

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

Hike, Walk

Playing Ball, Fetch, Cuddling, Walk, Go to Park, Tug-of-war, Eating Snacks, Road trip, Lowes, Going anywhere

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 Shorgi, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

Shorgis 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, Shorgi should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin 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 20-50 pound (9 - 23 kg) Shorgi feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

Shorgi 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.

Shorgis 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.

Shorgis 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.

Shorgis 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.

Shorgis 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.

Shorgis are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Shorgis have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

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