Lapponian Herder

Alert, energetic, intelligent, loyal, work-focused, calm, friendly

Medium-sized, spitz-type herding dog with a strong but agile build, slightly longer than tall, developed for managing reindeer in arctic conditions with a dense double coat and alert expression

Origin

Finland (Lapland region)

Life span

10-14 yrs

Weight (lbs)

Male: 66-77; Female: 55-66

Height (in)

Male: 18-21.5; Female: 16.5-19.5

Group

Herding