An Unexpected Problem With A Beautiful Finnish Lapphund

[@kingtokkii]

I got that rake-like deshedding brush from your amazon page and now we have created a third cat with it

[@scottrobb651]

mix of colors fur?

[@lyngruen8607]

😂😂😂🐾💖

[@crazy_gyanshorts]

😅😅

[@lotusasche4183]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@steveminton8329]

Lol😹😹😹

[@ashhhhhhhhhhhhhhh]

Apart from the call to his ancestors, he was very stoic despite his trials and tribulations. Very Finland

[@sharlharmakhis280]

he got that sisu in him

[@AammaK]

@@sharlharmakhis280 damn, you beat me to it!

[@idiotically-everything]

Yeah, would take him to torille

[@railasvuo]

​@@idiotically-everything 😅

[@Hbmd3E]

And also you eat that bad grill food without saying anything ( and might even come back :)

[@rangermike955]

Vanessa thank you so much for your patience. Champ does swim a lot. When he was 9 weeks old and we brought him up north for the first time he jumped right into the Magnettawan river and almost floated away. They are cold weather dogs. He can relax on a snow bank while chewing a piece of ice he suffers a bit in summer so every 45 minutes or so he runs down to the river and soaks. The herding / hunting instinct is strong. He even rounds up minnows to catch. We only had trouble with one groomer. I asked he not be shaved but she shaved off his entire hind end. We do brush him regularly. No mats, just a few burrs on top. The underside is difficult especially after a long hot summer in the forest. Loud bark eh? He is gentle though if he bit you it would probably be an accident. I smiled when you told us on pick up he wouldn’t accept treats. Also when it was time to go he lay down and gave the ‘who are you?” Look. Trying to make me feel bad. He is back to Champ right away, his terrier came out and he spent 2 hours digging in the mud trying to get a chipmunk. Thank you again. I will be using your de-shed and nasty critter.

[@KellyFrisby]

You have a very cute, well-behaved dog!

[@alisong2328]

Your dog is living a great life!

[@charliespinoza1966]

Your dog is gorgeous and very well behaved! That’s hilarious that he herds minnows, thank you for sharing!😊

[@Jen7867]

He's a very precious and handsome boy. 🥰

[@juliasardinha3660]

He is sooo, so cute!!! Hugs and kisses to Champ from Brazil!!

[@mei8511]

i love when dogs have this coat color. makes them look like a piece of toast, perfectly golden brown. champ is so cute, he has such a sweet looking face ♡

[@katieinhops5163]

Or a perfectly toasted marshmallow.

[@eacole72]

I was thinking a toasted marshmallow!

[@dietotaku]

i love naming my dogs after food, and if i end up with one this color it's definitely going to be named toast (or cinnamon).

[@homra8970]

Makes me want to eat them.

[@JohnShalamskas]

@@dietotaku Cinnamon? Like on Big Bang Theory?

[@TRUTHisTRUTH70]

Champ: "I'm singing the song of my people. Why aren't you appreciating my talent?"

[@AllTheHappySquirrels]

The rage borks when vanessa tried to murder him with the dryer made me think he was trying his best to be a husky 😂

[@nanyanghuayi]

He has husky siblings or neighbours from whom he learnt the song? 😉😆

[@roxannesykes415]

😂😂

[@trumpetmom8924]

Husky song in Finnish.

[@snekums]

My Finnish Lapphund also sings the song of his people while getting blow dried.

[@weirdalmjelvis.ect2000]

He does Kinda look like a Shiba inu, could also explain the dramatics🤣

[@Narangarath]

I have never met a Finnish lapphund who liked grooming of any kind (at home or a groomer's), but they don't actually usually mind getting wet splashing through streams and puddles, which could explain why his belly is so matted. And that piercing bark is great for it's intended purpose, aka hunting activities, it's just really, really not indoors appropriate 😅 Source: I'm Finnish with some experience with the breed

[@battles146]

appears his parents will need some guidance and training on how to provide more care at home re frequent brushing to combat the mattings if he continues in his outside adventures, running thru the forest/water etc, or expect more shavings when professionally groomed - not every groomer is as patient and good as Vanessa - he looked beautiful when she was done

[@MonkeyJedi99]

My gosh, this dog has some big snow tires!

[@Rin0105-gf9xx]

Source: oon suomalainen :D

[@populustremulus228]

What a beautiful breed you have there. Are the lapphund also hunt bears, like your gorgeous Finn bear dog? These breeds fascinate me, they are closely related to Siberian/Alaskan huskies, and are probably the closest to what our eurasian ancestors lived with, during the Glacial eras.

[@biazacha]

Never heard of this breed before and I’m completely in love! My house would be too warm for a Lapphund pup so I’m gonna content myself going down a rabbit hole about those cute fellas. Greetings from Brazil!

[@R.M.MacFru]

Vanessa: You're a disaster! Champ: But I'm a cute disaster.

[@jeno264]

😂 SO cute!

[@centaur1a]

Sooo cute! Looks like a giant Pomeranian and teddy bear all in one.😊

[@bonniepwtf]

Accurate 😊

[@thefitzs]

I had the exact same thought. Giant Pom! So adorable!

[@darleneengebretsen1468]

He has better manners than a pomeranian.

[@DeannaJacksonDJsDelectables]

He performed Finnish Laphund Concerto No. 42 for us!! 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@justsad-1392]

Thanks for identifying it!

[@a.mie.533]

Addressing a dog as "Sir" is actually quite a dignified, respectful gesture... 😊

[@blackbeayti]

If anyone is interested: Finland has 5 original breeds - Lapponian herder, finnish spitz, Karelian bear dog, finnish lapphund and finnish hound! They are all very pretty :) The finnish spitz is the oldest breed, some say 3000 years old but there are discovered cave paintings from the stone age that have a dog that looks like the finnish spitz! The lapponian herder seems to be the most rare, only 2 700 individuals in 2017 based on the national dog register :) Hope y'all enjoyed my small infodump!

[@populustremulus228]

Yes, fascinating breeds, Spitz type dogs where en found in Ancient Egypt!( not the same as the infamous Sloughis/Anubis type).

[@mena94x3]

Loved the infodump, thanks!! 😃

[@melindajohnson9726]

that's so cool to know! my heritage includes Finland, so it's great to know they have their own unique breeds!

[@shellyroke]

Wonderful info! Thanks! 😊

[@thraciangrapes]

Sami is pronounced as Săpmī; the a is short like as in the word "calm", and the I is like ēē. That is the word for the people who live in the north pole, formerly called the Laplander people who herd reindeer.

[@Bissell28]

Hi my 4 year old daughter LOVES your videos and wants to be a dog and cat groomer one day when she grows up! This is one of the only things I can put on for her that isn't cartoons that she loves, and she will play along with her pretend grooming station for all her stuffed animals. Thank you for being her role model and for making content that we both love!

[@Gretabpooh]

That is so adorable, She has a good role model in Vanessa.

[@CataBullR]

thats so sweet 🥹🫶

[@shellyroke]

What a great choice! And having a grooming station is a wonderful idea, sparks imagination and creativity. And we all know Vanessa is a great role model!!😊

[@CharitaWhite-n1o]

He is very patient and handsome

[@324cmac]

And just a little bit dramatic. Haha!

[@chantristrammell6088]

He has got to be one of the most beautiful dogs I've ever seen. Literally, has the pretty eyes and pleasing face of any dog I've seen in a long time.

[@katej2284]

Lapphunds are such pretty dogs, I know someone who has one and he's the most photogenic dog I've ever seen

[@jakasmalakas]

Yep, I've become obsessed since my brother got one!

[@populustremulus228]

Yes, I am also in awe! I had never seen one before. I felt in love.

[@Jenni-Martikainen]

I live in Finland and see these dogs quite often, they’re so pretty but also so well behaved!

[@autochton]

Champ was really bringing the Perkele energy when he was being dried there. 😆

[@frodotiki]

"Help.....she is cooking me with an air fryer"

[@AuntCathyPooh]

😂😂

[@JenBöhm]

I've never seen a dog that looks and behaves exactly like our late Finnish Spitz/Samoyed mix. Watching this felt like watching him. He passed over 15 years ago. I cried a few happy tears watching this groom, remembering all the happy times with him. And him sulking in the shower in mud season.

[@SuaatanaTube]

Turned into a Finnish Spitz midway the drying. You go Champ, barkety bark bark.

[@GreenieChan]

My thoughts exactly! 🤣

[@nightsgrow6575]

There is no comparison of the Finnish spitz when it comes to barking. I grew up next door to one 😅

[@gellawella]

@@nightsgrow6575 whew, second that! Had a neighbour who only had finn spitz, and out in a kennel. They barked at everything, even at mosquitoes! Hnn 🙉

[@elieli2893]

@@nightsgrow6575 I also grew up next door to one xD I remember her barking a lot at cars and people passing by :'D Rita was a cute dog :3

[@NovemberChristine]

Vanessa: “We’re not gonna jump around…” Me: “…jump up, jump up, or get down.”

[@Emgee78]

'Jump, Jump, everybody Jump, Jump...'

[@amasterofone]

Yup, it wasn't just me 😂

[@djharris90]

😂🤣🥰😊

[@cindymaris8470]

yeay loud and clear , jump jump

[@Camille4Real]

🎶 I came to get down! 🎶 I came to get down! 🎶So get out ya seat and jump around! 🕺🏾

[@anneleonas7813]

Love when you call him “Sir!” 🤣❣️

[@White_Bim]

He's so cute and floofy, omg! Love the expressive lil face! Ginger boy 🧡

[@4bibimimi]

He would make a nice mix with a Chow Chow

[@bumpedhishead636]

Here's a tip for ear protection: You can double-up the protection by wearing good quality foam plugs AND the over-the-ear protection.

[@lynpatricia6854]

He is very pretty, I love his foxy coloring!

[@FrokenLagom]

Never met a Finnish Lapphund that I didn’t fall in love with (I’m Swedish and they’re quite common here). They’re kind, loving, cuddly and gentle. They’re also very smart with the ability to be extremely stupid at the same time in the most adorable way. They’re are one of my dream dogs to own in the future.

[@thefitzs]

Oh my gosh you just described my Golden to a T. So smart and yet soooo dumb 😆

[@TorZireael]

The ability to play stupid is a testament to their intelligence. Growing up we used to have a Finnish lapphund and border collie mix and the amount of times that the dog pulled some stupid act just to get us help him have his way was impressive. But I can't imagine any dog being frendlier and cuddlier than he was. Always there to put his head on your lap, if you were feeling down.

[@thefitzs]

​@@TorZireaeldogs are the best. What a gift.

[@ithewho6603]

I would love one, but their bark is so high pitched and irritating. They have the most annoying bark voice and they are very bark happy.

[@joanathebug]

@FrokenLagom I recommend that you also look at the Swedish lapphund. They're one of the Swedish national breeds and are quite small in numbers. Temperament wise, I'd say they're chiller than the Finnish variant and have a higher drive to work. I'm completely in love with my Swedish lapphund, who's 9 months now.

[@adamreynolds2342]

He thought he was a husky for a moment 😂 he has such a beautiful coat it's very vibrant!

[@barbarawiddowson635]

What a lovely dog.The info on different dog types/breeds is one of the reasons I watch.Thank you for showing his groom and for your hard work Vanessa.

[@zaroliina]

Actually the info she gives isn’t quite correct. So you need to look info from the original breed societies.

[@fernandocastillo1972]

The duckie soap dispenser is a riot!

[@breezya45]

I need the duckie😊

[@fernandocastillo1972]

@@breezya45 I was thinking the same thing

[@jonathanbair523]

I got the song "Rubber duckie your the one"... In my head LOL

[@joanathebug]

Hello Vanessa! Just a pedantic note on the history of the lapphund...Sami is the name of the people who are native to Lapland. They used lapphunds first for hunting of bears and other wild animals, and then when they switched to taking care of reindeer, they used their dogs for herding reindeer. There are three types of lapphund nowadays. The Finnish lapphund, the Swedish lapphund and the Lapponian herder. The Swedish lapphund is considered to be an "original breed" and is quite old. They look very similar to the Finnish lapphund, but they're all black, usually have a bigger work drive, and are slightly bigger. The Lapponian herder is the biggest of the three breeds, and they have shorter hair.

[@Ostkrokarna]

Thank you 🙏 I came here to look for this comment when I heard her say they were used for hunting raindeers 😅

[@rocketpants785]

Thanks for this comment, I had to take a double-take (well, more like 6-7 takes) on hearing my family and friends are a breed of hunting dogs 😅

[@EM-vl6fu]

Actually they used to hunt reindeer before starding to herd them. Reindeer used to be a wild animal.

[@OkaJulKama]

[wiktionary] Samoyed (anthropology) A member of the Samoyedic peoples of the Siberian Urals, who speak Samoyedic languages. A hardy breed of dog from Siberia. Synonyms: Sammie, Sammy👈, Smiley (endearing nicknames) From Russian самое́д (samojéd), probably from Sami *saam-edne (“land of the people”); compare Finnish Suomi (“Finn”) From Proto-Finnic *soomi, probably from earlier *sämä and related to Proto-Samic *sāmē Further etymology uncertain. Uralic connections with Russian sprinkles.😘

[@mquentaro]

From my experience lapphunds are loud. I usually call the lapinräksy, or lappland's barker. They're very vocal dogs. A spitz is most commonly a multiuse breed, hunting dog, herder and alertin guard all in one.

[@kattinen]

Hello from Finland! A friend of mine has a lapphund and she's a really lovely dog. But her barking is truly ears piercing!

[@siaitsme6800]

🙏💙🙏🤗

[@helenemalenfant5435]

Considering what he had to go through I thought he did quite well. Gorgeous boy. I love how you always think of the animals and contact the owners and try to give them some context so they can make the right decision for their pets. ❤❤❤

[@MelaniePoparad]

He must feel so much more free after you removed his mats. He’s a precious baby!

[@murieldovifaaz4258]

Hello from S California I have watched many different groomers in my time, and even have worked with groomers but YOU have to be the MOST understanding groomer. You are kind, very patient, you go above and beyond for your clients( pets). You are the BEST. ❤

[@Katirin89]

Suomenlapinkoira as we say in finnish, is not for inexperienced owners. They might look cute but they like to bark a lot and that's why they are hard to train and not necessarily fitting for city environments. Correctly trained they will behave but even then they bark.

[@liannsherbin5515]

Doesn't like the bath, barks during the blow dry...hmmm, methinks the Laphund has a wee bit in common with his Nordic brethren, the Husky!!

[@OliverJazzz]

They are known to be a stubborn and intelligent breed, which really is meant for hunting, and shouldn't be kept just as a family pet.

[@battles146]

@@OliverJazzz totally agree - potential owners should know the history of a breed, its care and social requirements, etc and know if they're willing to provide all of that (and the consequences if they can't/don't - imho)

[@Angel-ts8rc]

The husky is nordic? The Siberian husky came from Siberia, Russia.

[@gellawella]

@@Angel-ts8rcI’m sure they ment nordic as in opposite to southern. Not the Nordic countries. Easy mistake tho, for sure 😯

[@Sassy33]

You have as clients so many dogs I’ve never seen or heard of before. It’s an education

[@sabertoetiger2582]

Perfect example of how Canadians and Finnish get along 😊

[@courageouspotato-pc7gh]

Champ: For the drying portion of today’s groom, would everyone please stand and join me in the Finnish national anthem. 🎤🎶🎵🎶

[@SB8-8]

I have a Border Collie that is bunny soft and get those at the skin mats in that downy undercoat. I have all the tools, but just got some Fluff Off..... LOVE THAT STUFF!! It helped tremendously!! I have resorted to cutting out those mats that are too tight and I refuse to cause her pain. Sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do!! Champ is a gorgeous boy!!!

[@refinnej5302]

I had a dog that looked like a Border Collie (ironically was not even a little BC) and I just cut the matting out too. It was worth the struggle and making her hate being brushed. Plus, she had so much hair you couldn't tell. When I did take her for a groom I always told them they can just cut our whatever doesn't wash/dry out.

[@pariwhoop4935]

Ok this dog is absolutely adorable, his sweet little face. I can’t.

[@missiemiller6735]

I love this dog he's so sweet thank you to his owners for letting us see him he's perfect

[@sharlathompson8184]

What a cute little floof!!!!

[@LappDog]

Do not judge a dog by its size; these dogs are tough as hell!

[@jakasmalakas]

My brothers lappie is soo strong, she pulls like a mastiff!

[@LappDog]

@@jakasmalakas The lappies are very impressive dogs!

[@perunarieska9182]

70% of that dog is fur, what a floofy guy 😂

[@Salicat99]

Reminds me of the monster from Bugs Bunny.

[@thefitzs]

​@@Salicat99😂

[@antiquegirl6505]

We had a tri-color Shetland Sheepdog who had that insane amount of hair also. We used that exact same type of de-matting tool on his butt floof and around his neck ruff that tend to mat the worse. He got brushed, de-matted & trimmed at least once a week (more in summer). It was always surprising at how messed up he would be, again. And he wasn't water friendly, so no swimming & air drying for him.....

[@CherylSimser]

Champ's groom and his colours are just stunning!! He is so handsome.

[@Sarlat7]

This is one of the cutest dogs I've ever seen, I'm losing my mind

[@thefitzs]

saaaaaame

[@Worldbuilder]

Aw, the whines when you’re exchanging headphones for ear protection. It sounds like he’s saying: “I’m sorry, I can’t help it. I’m so, so sorry. I don’t mean to, but I just *can’t*!” ❤

[@thraciangrapes]

One of the most beautiful dogs ive ever seen! Just as all things Scandinavian are: above average on every level. Good job to the owner!

[@szbyzan]

I think you were looking for the word delicate for the belly. Belly skin can be very fragile and delicate on the furry creatures. He reminds me of one of my pets whose fur was so silky soft it would matt to knots in the friction areas. I had to douse him in conditioner and comb it through before rinse and dry. Had to edit and repair some words

[@roki5337]

Thank you for your videos I got a new puppy 2 months ago and I have been very careful and confident caring for her grooming by watching your videos! Nothing can compare to your hands on experience but I will say that the hours I have watched have helped me.

[@sherrymichan]

He is so adorable! I've never seen a Finnih Lapphund before, looks like a long-haird Shiba Inu!

[@justsad-1392]

"They said you were good for grooming" "They lied. Now I shall sing Lapphund Concerto No. 42" Thanks Deanna for identifying it, i thought at first it was No. 41, but you are correct.

[@catherinebrady2640]

Beautiful outcome for a gorgeous dog!❤

[@Meggiebucks]

He looks like a toasted samoyed. I love it.

[@vickydibba4771]

An idea how about an decibel meter so we can see actually how loud a dog is, maybe start a chart...?

[@aw66164]

You might be able to use a program like Praat to isolate the barks and get the average decibels across barks, but that's a lot of work when there are other sounds like blow dryers messing with the data

[@kayvillarosa7683]

He behaved pretty good for the most part. I'm glad you did not get bitten. Not one note 🎶 about his people.🐾

[@4bibimimi]

Or having to drink an entire bottle of Finlandia either before or after the procedure!

[@avivat3010]

What a beautiful pup! Thanks for sharing Vanessa!

[@MerryEileen]

Great job, Vanessa! Your unwavering patience is admirable. He and his owner are very lucky to know you.

[@jenreckard6431]

He's so cute! Beautiful coat and gorgeous color. I could tell the difference even after you washed him before he was dry. I know the owner was thankful you took all that time to de-mat him. Excellent job!

[@alansmith4734]

21:20 Fun Fact: Rabbits don't actually have paw pads*. * Rabbits don't have pads on their feet like dogs and cats do. The fur pads on their feet protect the delicate skin underneath, so its important to ensure the environment is suitable to prevent wear of these fur pads.

[@sylvanaire]

Your comment about the dogs being a source of warmth for the people reminded me of the origin behind the name of the 1970s rock band, Three Dog Night. I think they were talking about Alaska rather than Finland, but the idea is the same. A really cold night requires three dogs to keep warm, lol. I know this isn’t a music reaction channel but maybe you could check them out on your own if you haven’t heard about them already. Being such a young thing, you might have missed their music since it’s 50 years old! 😂

[@ferretyluv]

I thought it was about Aborigines.

[@shirleyannconfer9651]

This is such a handsome and well behaved dog! Champagne is such a great name for a dog with his beautiful coat.

[@chassisluther3325]

Not to be dramatic but this is probably the most beautiful dog I’ve ever seen.

[@thefitzs]

I am a total dog person and I have to agree with your assessment. What an absolute beauty he is.

[@barbarablonsky7521]

Ohhhh…what a sweet, patient, good boy. It was a pleasure to watch this. And his color is beautiful ❤️❤️❤️

[@kruddy908]

We call that the “sonic” bark in our house! 😂

[@lisaanglim9588]

That high pitched bark would drive me nuts. I completely understand why the noise cancelling headphones

[@rangermike955]

He can be loud. He was louder in the first 2 years. Squirrels, chipmunks in trees get loud barks. He was just complaining with the dryer.

[@thefitzs]

​@@rangermike955he was letting his feelings be known. But what a lovely gentleman he is!

[@weeyee60]

He sure is a handsome pup…💙🥰💙 Well-behaved, as well.

[@ladyjustice1474]

Champ is a handsome boy. Beautiful coat and temperament.

[@moonshotb]

my favorite part every time is seeing the paws become shapely; champ's were looking so perfect by the end!!

[@christianasampson2852]

Your nails match the happy hoodie 🥰🥰 He’s a beautiful boy

[@ProcrastinationQueen]

I get sick really often after I eat something, to the point where I just have to lie down, close my eyes and breathe slowly through my teeth to calm my body down. And for some reason, if I have your videos running in the background, I can relax so much easier, like my brain kinda zeroes in on the different ambient sounds going on in the video, and distracts me from the pain and discomfort. So I just wanted to thank you for making these longer grooming videos, because they really help me! (I can’t really explain why some videos work and why some don’t. Like, it used to be the product review videos from the channel Dope or Nope lol 😂 it’s kinda random)

[@sandelure]

His humans are so lucky! The Finnish Lapphund is my #1 dream dog! I hope someday I'll have one as beautiful as Champ!

[@maryseabloom4724]

You introduced me to the Swedish Vallhund about a year ago (related via Diking and herding cultures?) and my dog, Karma, came to me because of this. she's a sweetheart and also a gal with opinions. Thank you, Vanessa.

[@markkunikkanen]

Beautiful coat color. Usually Lapphunds are dark grey-white or brown-white. What a Champ ❤

[@barbaralamoreaux328]

This pup might not have loved grooming, but he was so good for you . What a Champ!

[@jamesjones8482]

Another great grooming Vanessa! Keep-up the good work. 🐕🐈👍❤

[@sharlathompson8184]

I'm absolutely in LOVE with the wee ducky face foamer - when did it make it's debut???

[@Alvarin_IL]

Two weeks ago, I think.

[@maxinemcelroy8902]

I know right ✅️ I'd love to have one!

[@maxinemcelroy8902]

He's so beautiful and such a beautiful color. I just love them all 🐾💞

[@sarajuanaict]

​@@maxinemcelroy8902I saw that thing on Amazon the other day... I'm thinking about getting one too! Too cute

[@louisehardenberg5840]

The dogs might think it's a disgrace to be spat upon by a dog 😅

[@AnnaReed42]

Purebred teddy bear 🥰 Side note: the paw trimming did not need to be sped up. That's one of my favorite parts of these videos.

[@joannecooper4592]

Champ looks terrific! Nice job of cutting/shaving out the matting--you really had no choice. He is a gorgeous dog.

[@NoxBVansyn]

I'm dead from the cuteness overload. Champ's such a wonderful boi.

[@dianajones8598]

Champ is a beautiful dog and he did really good.! Thank you Vanessa you always do such a good job and then make them so beautiful when they're done.!❤😊

[@verdeverde2763]

I don’t know how you can resist petting them if it was me be constantly petting them

[@nanyanghuayi]

I would constantly be hugging them

[@nintendoswitchonlineisabad9491]

@@nanyanghuayiHaha same! He is adorable 😊😊😊

[@dragonwitch27]

Who wants to pet a nasty critter?? I’m sure there is lots of petting when they’re clean and shiny.

[@verdeverde2763]

@@dragonwitch27 I soul still be petting them even if there stinky

[@aprils6589]

What a handsome boy. They were used to keep their humans warm. When it was very cold, it was a three dog night. Hmmm, good name for a rock band.

[@gladysedgell2410]

Champ was patient with the groom and turned out beautiful. It’s the way you treated Champ and other, dogs very patient and sweet. You are the best.🌟💕🐾

[@kat7135]

Love watching this channel because it introduces me to new breeds I didn't even know existed 😂

[@AammaK]

Such a pretty breed but unless I moved up north and retired at age 26 I could never... I think my next door neighbor has two and her apartment is thrice the size of mine. Sometimes balls of hair fly by my fifth floor Helsinki apartment window when she brushes them outdoors in the yard of the complex.

[@bonniepwtf]

Vanessa has so much patience. Great result & he was a very good boy overall 🎧

[@jmleeinla4025]

What a beautiful good boy he was! Really an interesting breed we rarely see in “real life”. I’m finding you guys up in Canada have a large amount of rarer dog and cat breeds. It’s so cool seeing them. I have Shetland Sheepdogs and I’m still waiting for you to groom one☺️

[@-gina1114]

Champ is a very beautiful doggie, the colors of his coat are so lovely. I enjoyed watching you groom him, your decision-making process is always interesting and educational. Thank you for everything you did for Champ!

[@nanyanghuayi]

If I have a Finnish Lapphund, its main duty is to keep me warm 😄

[@fos9698]

Champ is living his best life, but he's also carrying the outdoors in his fur.

[@AnnaMarianne]

I have nothing to add, just that our user pics are friends in Heaven right now

[@cupidscorner378]

He’s so cute!!!! My old dog had the same tail as him! So fluffy 🥰

[@dianehoskins8722]

What a gorgeous dog! Would love to own one like Champ! Love seeing the various breeds on your channel, and the history you give behind each one. So far, Champ is my favorite! ❤️❤️❤️

[@lorrem2539]

He looks kind of like a little fox. He's very handsome!

[@LucyJG]

What a beautiful pup! I have 100% Finnish heritage on both my maternal & paternal lineage, & have adored Lapphunds for years. Someday…

[@yc0995]

Champagne is such a funny name. He's really so fluffy and cute

[@rangermike955]

his litter mates were all named after wines. All but me changed the name I liked Champagne his original name and we call him Champ.

[@yc0995]

@rangermike955 aww that's so sweet. Give him tons of hugs and kisses for me

[@JadyLester]

This!! This is what Tok was! He was my babysitter when we lived in Anchorage, and we brought him with us to Arizona. Such a smart boy, very agile, ready to pull a sled or climb a ladder. My dad's sole male companion when we were a family of 4 girls. I always forget what they're called but when they come up, childhood memories of Tok come flooding back.

[@rangermike955]

They are wonderful family dogs. I broke my finger last weekend. When I got home from the hospital he seemed concerned somehow. I was in discomfort so I went to bed. Champ who never sleeps on the bed jumped up and dropped his favorite toy on my chest. He snuggled beside me like a parent might to a child. When he thought I was asleep he quietly got down and lay across the doorway on guard duty. They know. Their senses are supernatural.

[@mena94x3]

He's gorgeous!!! 😍

[@rhyfelwrDuw]

Beautiful dog! His colour is kind of fox like (maybe a bit lighter)

[@marinaknife4595]

Cutest face & such a patient boy - loved the way he stoically looked down very still as you brushed & detangled his fur - sweet dog.