Swedish Lapphund
VS
Collie
Swedish Lapphund vs Collie
Compare Swedish Lapphund and Collie 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
Swedish Lapphund
Collie
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
40 – 51 cm
51 – 61 cm
Weight
19 – 21 kg
16 – 34 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 15 years
14 – 16 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
5/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
5/5
Trainability
4/5
5/5
Health
5/5
4/5
Grooming needs
1/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
5/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
1/5
Characteristics
Swedish Lapphund
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Medium
Collie
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Large
Summary
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.
About Collie
The Collie is an intelligent, medium‑large herding dog with a long double coat needing regular grooming. Gentle, loyal, and sensitive, it bonds closely with family and prefers kind training. Adaptable to town or country, it needs daily mental stimulation and exercise to stay content.
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