Breed comparison
Finnish Lapphund vs Otterhound
How the two breeds compare on the American Kennel Club's 1 to 5 trait ratings, and which one suits which home.
Finnish Lapphund
Otterhound5Affection with family5
4Good with young children3
3Good with other dogs3
4Openness to strangers4
3Playfulness3
3Energy level3
4Trainability4
3Mental stimulation needs3
4Adaptability4
3Watchdog / protective3
5Barking5
4Shedding2
2Coat grooming2
2Drooling3
The biggest differences
- Shedding: the Finnish Lapphund scores 4 out of 5, the Otterhound 2.
They score the same on affection with family, good with other dogs, openness to strangers, playfulness, energy level, trainability.
Which one should you choose?
Pick the Finnish Lapphund if you have young children. Pick the Otterhound if you want less dog hair.
Ratings are general breed tendencies from the AKC. Every dog is an individual, so meet the dog, and its parents if you can, before you decide. Not sure? Try the breed selector.
Source: American Kennel Club breed ratings (compiled February 2022). How we check.