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Apr 3, 20254 min read

First Finnish Lapphund to Attain the Dam of Merit Title

Mar 27, 20252 min read

Smart Ways to Save on Pet Ownership Costs 🐾

Owning a pet is one of life's greatest joys, but let's be real, it can also be expensive! The good news? You don’t have to break the bank...

Mar 20, 20253 min read

The Heart and Soul of Orical - Asta

Happy 13th Birthday to our heart and soul ❤️ Baby Asta at just 2 weeks old, it feels like yesterday. Some dogs leave an imprint on our...

Community

Mar 11, 20254 min read

🐾 10 Reasons Why Finnish Lapphund's Are the Best Dogs Ever🐶

If you’ve ever met a Finnish Lapphund , you already know they’re something special. These fluffy, intelligent, and lovable dogs have...

Mar 7, 20252 min read

Celebrating Excellence in Breeding (Again!)

We are beyond thrilled to announce that Orical Finnish Lapphunds has been awarded Best Conformation Breeder of the Year in the...

Awards

Mar 6, 20252 min read

Lightening the Load: A Guide to Healthy Weights in Finnish Lapphunds

When Lappies lived alongside the Indigenous people of Lapland, their diet was incredibly sparse. Surviving in the Arctic was (and still...

Breeder Article

Feb 27, 20254 min read

The Finnish Kennel Club: Statistics for 2024

As a Finnish Lapphund breeder in Australia, I always keep a keen eye on statistics both here and in Finland. Understanding these trends...

Feb 21, 20253 min read

SprintDog: A Thrilling Sport for Speedy Pups🏎️💨

SprintDog is an exciting and fast-paced dog sport that’s been making waves across Australia! This high-energy event combines speed,...

Sports

Feb 21, 20254 min read

Valentine's Day in Finland: A Celebration of Friendship❤️

Valentine’s Day, known as Ystävänpäivä in Finland, is a unique and heartwarming celebration that differs from the romantic traditions...

Feb 14, 20252 min read

The Orical Worming Protocol

Introduction As a breeder with a demonstrated history of quality health practises for our dogs, I am often asked by fellow breeders to...

Breeder Article

Jan 2, 202510 min read

Supreme Champion- Primrose

We are incredibly proud to announce that Primrose has officially earned her Grand Championship title 👏 and, in addition, has qualified...

Dec 12, 20242 min read

Setting the Standard: Excellence at Orical Kennels

At Orical, we believe that excellence isn’t just something to strive for—it’s a responsibility we carry every day as stewards of our...

Awards

Nov 22, 20242 min read

Ch Orical Safiiri

Congratulations to our newest Orical Champion, Miss Sapphire! A mere five weeks ago, at the age of 9 months of age, Sapphire made her...

Nov 12, 20242 min read

Congratulations Mav!

Sending our congratulations to Maverick and his dedicated owners Chris and Brienne who have been enjoying some wonderful show successes...

Nov 11, 20241 min read

FLCV Specialty2024

This past Saturday, November 2nd, 2024, Orical Kennels was represented at the Finnish Lapphund Club Victoria's (FLCV) Annual Breed...

Nov 6, 20242 min read

Congratulations Tahvo

Tahvo has achieved his Australian Championship title!

Katrina Long

Oct 20, 20242 min read

ARNE: A Rocky Start

Arne was born on the 30th of July 2022, two years ago today! His mother is Elsa ‘Orical Written In The Stars (AI)’, or, Queen Elsa as she...

Puppy Nursery

Jul 30, 20242 min read

🔥DOUBLE TROUBLE: Daisy and Kodak new champions🔥

Kodak and Daisy achieved their final points for their Australian Championship titles today- they are Orical's 7th and 8th Australian...

Jul 29, 20241 min read

✨SAFFY SPARKLES NOW A CHAMPION✨

Saffron can now be known as Australian Champion Orical Saffron Milkcap🍄 From the moment she was born we knew this was going to be one...

Jul 4, 20241 min read

Embrace the Adventure: Join the 'Working Pack Dog' Hike with Your Lappies!🌲

Every year, we look forward to the 'Working Pack Dog' hike with our Lappies. This isn't just any hike—it's a 16km journey where each...

Sports

Jun 8, 20243 min read

✨AUSTRALIAN CHAMPION ORICAL ASTERIA✨

Possum finishes her title in style! Where to begin... Miss Possum is a special girl thats for sure. From her impressive list of tricks...

Jun 1, 20243 min read

Emily and Alma - A Force To Be Reckoned With

Alma- Lappie sports superstar

Sports

May 17, 20242 min read

Foraging, a Favourite Finnish Past time

Exploring Finnish foraging traditions here in Australia