Swedish Lapphund Puppies For Sale

With a dazzling dark coat and powerful voice, the Swedish Lapphund may be a rare breed, but it’s one to watch. Lappies need loving owners that can train them, groom them, and keep them active, but they’ll happily be your guard dog and family companion in return. Full-grown, they typically weigh 30-45 pounds and stand 16-20 inches tall.

Swedish Lapphunds are generally okay with older children who know how to handle dogs. Swedish Lapphunds are social dogs that love being around kids and other animals. They're fairly vocal dogs that bark regularly.

Lappies are an active breed that needs daily exercise and mental stimulation; without it, they get destructive and noisy. Plan on giving your Swedish Lapphund at least 20-30 minutes of exercise each day, whether it’s a job, walk, or game of fetch. Lappies also do well at sports that tap into their herding instincts, like flyball, agility, and rally. Overall, their exercise needs are high.

Lappies have double coats of black or dark brown hair. Their fur is thicker around the neck and longer on the tail and behind the legs. Swedish Lapphunds shed in the spring and fall, but even if it’s not shedding season, they’ll need weekly brushing to keep their coif under control. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Swedish Lapphunds are best suited for a home with a yard, though they can adapt to apartment life with enough exercise. They’re fairly small (usually under 50 pounds), but their tendency to bark makes them a better fit for house life or areas where their nose won’t affect neighbors. Lappies love playing outside, but they should primarily live indoors and be around people. They are highly trainable and eager to learn.