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

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

Alert
Fearless
Loyal
Energetic
Intelligent
Obedient

Calm
Faithful
Keen
Courageous
Friendly

Doberman Pinschers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

Rottweiler, German Pinscher, Weimaraner

spitz, wolf

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
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

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.

Working (AKC:1908)
Guardian Dogs (UKC)

Herding (AKC:2011)
Northern Breeds (UKC)

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Blue
Fawn

Black
Brown
Red
White
Sable

Doberman Pinschers have short coats.

Finnish Lapphunds have medium-length coats.

Wiry

Straight

A Doberman Pinscher 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.

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.

Doberman Pinschers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Cardiomyopathy
Bloat
Von Willebrand's Disease
Wobbler's Syndrome

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Bone And Joint Problems
Eye Problems
Hepatitis

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Cardiac
Dna For Vwd
Hips
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Doberman Pinschers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Doberman Pinschers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Finnish Lapphunds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Doberman Pinschers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Doberman Pinscher drools quite a bit, consider a different breed if drool is unappealing.

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

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

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

Doberman Pinscher dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

While Finnish Lapphund dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Running, Exploring, Fetch, Tracking, Run, Speak, Play with Toys, Dog Parks, Playing, Walk, Chase, Tug-of-war, Play, Nap, Digging

Hike, Walk

Doberman Pinschers 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Doberman Pinscher, it's at least 14 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 Finnish Lapphund, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Doberman Pinschers usually need at least 90 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 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.

The Doberman Pinscher has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

In general Doberman Pinscher should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 70-100 pound (32 - 45 kg) Doberman Pinscher 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.

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.

The average cost of a Doberman Pinscher is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Finnish Lapphund is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Doberman Pinscher is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 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.

Doberman Pinscher is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Doberman Pinschers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Finnish Lapphunds can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Doberman Pinschers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Finnish Lapphunds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Doberman Pinschers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Finnish Lapphunds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Doberman Pinschers are not very stranger friendly.

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

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

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

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

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