Russkiy Toy
VS
Swedish Lapphund
Russkiy Toy vs Swedish Lapphund
Compare Russkiy Toy and Swedish Lapphund 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
Russkiy Toy
Swedish Lapphund
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
22 – 27 cm
40 – 51 cm
Weight
2 – 3 kg
19 – 21 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 12 years
10 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
5/5
Grooming needs
3/5
1/5
Shedding
2/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Russkiy Toy
Tiny
Swedish Lapphund
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Russkiy Toy
Tiny, elegant toy breed (1–3 kg, 20–28 cm) with smooth or long coat. Lively, athletic, and strongly attached to family, often choosing a favorite person. Alert and vocal, suited to gentle, consistent training and moderate exercise, but physically delicate and needs careful handling.
About Swedish Lapphund
The Swedish Lapphund is an ancient Nordic spitz‑type herding dog with a compact, sturdy build and thick black double coat. Lively, vocal and people‑oriented, it excels in herding and dog sports. Active, intelligent and sensitive, it needs regular exercise, training and close family contact.
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