LAPINPOROKOIRA (LAPPONIAN HERDER)
LIFE SPAN: 12-14 years
Breed Name: Lapinporokoira (Lapponian Herder)
Group: Herding Dog
Origin: Finland
Lapponian Herder, Berger Finnois De Laponie, Finnischer Lapplandhirtenhund, Pastor Finlandes De Laponia
HISTORY
The Lapponian Herder originated in Finland, where for hundreds of years the Lapps have used dogs of this sort for herding reindeer. The Lapponian Herder was recognized by the United Kennel Club July 1, 2006.
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