Active
Playful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Easygoing

Calm
Faithful
Keen
Courageous
Friendly

Papiteses shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Finnish Lapphunds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Papillon, Maltese

spitz, wolf

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACA = American Canine Association Inc.
AKC = American Kennel Club
ANKC = Australian National Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
NAPR = North American Purebred Registry, Inc.

Unknown

1900s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Silver
Black
Brown
Fawn

Black
Brown
Red
White
Sable

Wavy

Straight

A Papitese can have a litter of 3-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Finnish Lapphund can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

While the Papitese breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Finnish Lapphunds are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Portosystemic Shunt
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Von Willebrand's Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Food Allergies

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Papiteses' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Finnish Lapphunds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Papitese has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Finnish Lapphund has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Papiteses need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Finnish Lapphunds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Papiteses have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Finnish Lapphunds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Papitese dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Finnish Lapphund dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Fetch, Everythimg, Dog Parks

Hike, Walk

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Papitese, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Finnish Lapphund, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Papiteses usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Finnish Lapphunds usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Papitese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Finnish Lapphunds have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Ideally, Papitese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Finnish Lapphund should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 6-10 pound (3 - 5 kg) Papitese feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 33-52 pound (15 - 24 kg) Finnish Lapphund feed 2.7 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Papitese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Finnish Lapphund is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Papitese is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Finnish Lapphund is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Papiteses are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Finnish Lapphund has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

The Papitese is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Finnish Lapphunds can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Papiteses are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Finnish Lapphunds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Papiteses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Finnish Lapphunds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Papiteses are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Finnish Lapphunds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Papiteses are highly friendly around strangers.

Finnish Lapphunds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.