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Dog Breeds from Finland

Browse breeds connected to Finland and compare what they are like to live with today, from temperament and care needs to everyday fit.

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Breed tendencies are a guide; individual dogs vary.

Family-friendly Apartment-friendly Low-shedding

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Origin: Finland

Finnish Hound

HoundUncommonFinland

AffectionateCalm

The Finnish Hound is a friendly and energetic breed known for its hunting abilities. With a tricolor coat and a calm demeanor, they make excellent companions for active families.

Child-friendly fitHigh-motion routinePatient training plan

Finnish Lapphund

HerdingUncommonFinland

AlertFriendly

The Finnish Lapphund is a medium-sized, friendly breed known for its herding instincts and gentle nature. With a thick double coat, they thrive in cold climates and are excellent family pets.

Family-home friendlyHigh-motion routineEasier first month

60 min/day

4/54/5

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Finnish Spitz

Non-SportingUncommonFinland

ActiveAlert

The Finnish Spitz is a lively, fox-like breed known for its exceptional barking ability and friendly nature. Originally bred for hunting, they thrive in active families and are great with children.

Child-friendly fitHigh-motion routine

Karelian Bear Dog

Foundation Stock Service (AKC)UncommonFinland

AlertFearless

The Karelian Bear Dog is a medium-sized Finnish breed known for its hunting skills and protective nature. With a striking black and white coat, they require ample exercise and training to thrive.

Karelo-Finnish Laika

HerdingUncommonFinland

EnergeticIndependent

The Karelo-Finnish Laika is a medium-sized, energetic breed known for its hunting prowess and loyalty. With a striking black-and-white coat, they require ample exercise and mental stimulation, making them ideal companions for active families.

Lapponian Herder

HerdingUncommonFinland

CalmEnergetic

The Lapponian Herder is a medium-sized, energetic dog from Finland, known for its friendly demeanor and herding instincts. Ideal for active families.

Family-home friendlyHigh-motion routineEasier first month

60 min/day

4/54/5

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Norrbottenspets

HerdingUncommonSweden and Finland

AffectionateAlert

The Norrbottenspets is a small, agile spitz-type dog known for its hunting abilities and affectionate nature. With a rich history in Scandinavia, this breed thrives on exercise and companionship, making it an ideal family pet.

Child-friendly fitHigh-motion routineEasier first month

Tamaskan Dog

Rare BreedUncommonFinland

AffectionateEnergetic

The Tamaskan Dog is a large, wolf-like breed known for its intelligence and versatility. With a friendly disposition and strong work ethic, they excel in various activities, making them ideal companions for active families.

Family-home friendlyHigh-motion routine

120 min/day

4/55/5

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