Playful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Calm
Faithful
Keen
Courageous
Friendly

Bostillons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Bostillons are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a Finnish Lapphund if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Boston Terrier, Papillon

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

Black
White
Brown
Red

Black
Brown
Red
White
Sable

A Bostillon 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 Bostillon 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.

Patellar Luxation

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Deafness
Cataracts

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Biopsy
Ophthalmic Exam
Orthopedic
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Bostillons are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Bostillon 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.

Bostillons 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.

Bostillons sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Bostillon 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, Walks, Wrestling, Cuddles, Sleeping, Farm work

Hike, Walk

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bostillon, it's at least 6 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 Bostillons usually need at least 60 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 Bostillon has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Dematter
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-17 pound (5 - 8 kg) Bostillon 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 Bostillon 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 Bostillon 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.

Bostillon is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

The Bostillon 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.

Bostillons 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.

Bostillons 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.

Bostillons are highly friendly around strangers.

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