Lapponian Herder Physical Appearance

Considering to own a Lapponian Herder Dog and want to know what is the general appearance of Lapponian Herder or what are the common colours of a Lapponian Herder?

Learn more details about the colors, weight and height of Lapponian Herder Dogs from this page.


Lapponian Herder Appearance

Lapponian Herder Size, Height and Weight

    Consider the personality traits and appearance of the Lapponian Herder, as this breed is not for everyone. Use this information below to see if a Lapponian Herder would suit your lifestyle and household.

    Size of Lapponian Herder: The Lapponian Herder Dog is a medium sized dog.

    Height of Lapponian Herder:
  • Male: 19–21 inches (48–54 cm)
  • Female: 17–19 inches (43–49 cm)

  • Weight of Lapponian Herder:
  • 55-65 pounds

    The Popular Colours of Lapponian Herder Dogs

  • BlackDark BrownGray


Lapponian Herder Appearance

Lapponian Herder Information

The Lapinporokoira is a medium-sized dog, with medium length fur in a double coat. Ears are pricked (standing up; drop ears are a disqualifying fault.) Colour is generally black or dark grey or brown, with a lighter shade on the head and lower parts of the body, often with white markings. Height should be 51 cm (20 in) at the withers for males, 46 cm (18 in) for females. Males and females should look distinctly different. Weight is between 55-65 pounds, males usually heavier than females.

The breed standard states that the dog should be calm, friendly, and docile, but also energetic. Most herding breeds need to be given regular exercise. The temperament of individual dogs may vary.

What to do if you lose your Lapponian Herder

If your Lapponian Herder Dog or any other pet has gone missing and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. Register your missing pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Register the lost pet on the Local Lost Pets Facebook Groups Here.

3. Phone the nearby vet clinics to see if anyone has handed in your missing pet.

4. Contact the RSPCA or Visit the RSPCA Lost Pets website and complete a Lost Pet Report.

5. Visit Lost Pets Pages of Animal Pounds.

What to do if you find a lost Lapponian Herder

If you find a Lapponian Herder Dog or any other pet and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. List the found pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Register the missing pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups.

3. Contact the Local Council to collect the lost animal.

4. Take the animal to the local Animal Shelter near to your area.

5. Take the animal to the local Vet who can scan the animal’s microchip and phone the registered pet owner.

Laws Regarding Missing Pets

1. It is against the law to keep any animal that you find.

2. Pets are generally considered property and it is illegal to take and keep someone else’s property.

3. You must contact your local animal control unit and file a FOUND AN ANIMAL report for any dog or cat you find.

4. To reclaim your lost dog, cat or other pet from the animal shelter you must pay a release fee.

5. If your dog or cat is unregistered, you will have to register your pet before you can take it home.