Lapponian Herder
Lapinporokoira, Berger Finnois de Laponie, Finnischer Lapplandhirtenhund, Pastor Finlandés de Laponia, Lapsk Vallhund, Finnish Vallhund
The Lapponian Herder is a versatile working breed from Finland, traditionally used by the Sámi people to herd reindeer across harsh Arctic terrain. It is medium-sized with a dense double coat, erect ears, and an intelligent, energetic, and obedient temperament, excelling in herding and outdoor work.
FCI Group
Spitz and Primitive Types
AKC Group
Foundation Stock Service
TKC Group
Not Recognized
Country of Origin
FI
Lapponian Herder
Health Testing Requirements by Country
Eye Conditions and Blindness
FI
Ataxia, Locomotor, and Epilepsy
Skeletal and Muscular
Other Genetic Testing
Test Relevances
Canine Multifocal Retinopathy 3 (cmr3)
Some Relevance
Glycogen Storage Disease Type II (GSD II)
Some Relevance
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA-prcd)
Some Relevance
Coat Colour Dilution, dilution, MLPH-related
No Evidence
Degenerative Myelopathy
No Evidence
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