Cao da Serra de Aires
VS
Lapponian Herder
Cao da Serra de Aires vs Lapponian Herder
Compare Cao da Serra de Aires and Lapponian Herder side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Cao da Serra de Aires
Lapponian Herder
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
42 – 55 cm
42 – 54 cm
Weight
12 – 18 kg
14 – 18 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Cao da Serra de Aires
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Medium
Lapponian Herder
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Cao da Serra de Aires
The Cao da Serra de Aires is a medium Portuguese herding dog with a long, shaggy, low‑shedding coat and alert “monkey‑like” expression. Loyal, sensitive and intelligent, it needs plenty of exercise, mental stimulation and regular grooming, thriving as an active family companion.
About Lapponian Herder
Medium, athletic reindeer herding dog of the Sámi, built for stamina and harsh weather with a dense double coat and varied colors. Intelligent, vocal, watchful, and independent yet sensitive, it needs calm, consistent training and plenty of physical and mental activity.
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