Lapponian Herder

The Lapponian Herder is set apart from most other herders in that rather than herding sheep or goats, they were bred by the Sami people to herd and protect their reindeer. This Finnish breed is intelligent and well-rounded, capable of being a great member of the family if given a job or activities to engage in.

• About the Lapponian Herder

  Hailing from Finland and originally used to herd and guard reindeer, the Lapponian Herder is a rare breed developed in the mid-1900s. A medium sized dog with a mid-length coat, they are often black with a light mask and undercoat.
  
  A high-energy herding breed, this willful but loyal pet is best for an experienced dog owner with plenty of time and space for the Lapponian Herder to run and play. Eager to please, competitive and fun, this is a vocal dog that thrives with a job to do. They are quick to learn and social, but wary of strangers and protective of their family. This is a breed that requires vigorous exercise daily, so make sure you strap on your running shoes when playing with this energetic buddy!

• Health Conditions

  Progressive Retinal Atrophy, prcd

  Eyes PRCD Exon 1

  Canine Multifocal Retinopathy, cmr3

  Eyes BEST1 Exon 10 Deletion, Finnish and Swedish Lapphund, Lapponian Herder Variant

  Progressive Retinal Atrophy

  Eyes IFT122 Exon 26, Lapponian Herder Variant

  Glycogen Storage Disease Type II, Pompe's Disease, GSD II

  Multisystem GAA, Finnish and Swedish Lapphund, Lapponian Herder Variant

  Degenerative Myelopathy, DM

  Brain and Spinal Cord SOD1A

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