OUR DOGS
SALLA - CH FURBALLS SALLA LUMIENKELI TKS JC
Salla is the dog that inspired me to become a breeder. She is sassy, sweet gorgeous, athletic, and freakishly intelligent. Salla has been in the show ring since a very young age, and has had some lovely successes. She is also a working therapy dog, and has a heart warming way of putting people at ease.
Salla has a trick dog title (TKS), which she achieved with finesse - mainly motivated by her extreme love of snacks. Salla also achieved her lure coursing JC title in 2022 - this girl can run!
Salla is a high drive and energetic girl. She needs regular physical and mental exercise, and will never let us get away with slacking off in these areas. She prefers to be around other dogs and humans, and would not cope well with extended periods of being alone. From a young age, Salla has had excellent recall and handler focus. She can be vocal and chatty, usually for attention rather than reactive barking. She is playful, but is also great at knowing when to behave calmly (e.g. when working at the hospital, or when she comes to work with me). She is resilient, confident, incredibly tolerant, and extremely affectionate.
Salla has a lovely, rich chocolate brown coat. When in full coat she looks like a little brown bear - but she is also notorious for doing HUGE coat drops twice a year, after which she looks an awful lot like a kelpie for a few weeks. She has a strong head, lovely moderate angulation, a nice tail set, and stunning, natural movement.
She constantly challenges, awes, and inspires me to be a better owner, handler, trainer, and person in general.
Health Results:
DNA:
PRA clear
DM carrier
CMR3 clear
Pompes clear
Eyes:
ACES exam and gonioscopy clear (2023)
Heart:
Auscultation and echocardiogram clear (2021)
Hips:
4/5 (international A/A)
Elbows:
0/0 (normal)
Energy level: high
Temperament: Affectionate, stable, bombproof, confident, kind
Qualifications and Awards:
Australian Champion (2020)
Australian Grand Champion (2023)
Lure coursing - Junior Courser (2022)
Tricks - Trick Dog Starter (2022)
Working pack dog - 2 x novice qualifiers (2024)
Consistently rated excellent and/or champion quality whenever ratings have been offered
Multi class in group and show winner
Runner up best in group winner
Delta therapy dog since 2021
LOKI - NEUT CH FURBALLS JUPITER
Loki is my heart dog - the first lappie that started it all for me.
We love all lappies at Aamurusko Finnish Lapphunds, but Loki has to be one of the most beautiful lappies we have ever seen. He has often been compared to a koala bear, wolf, teddy, and even raccoon - with his striking markings, sweet face, beautiful colouring and abundant coat.
Loki is a sweet, cuddly, quiet, angel of a dog - the one that fooled me into thinking all lappies are angels - haha! He doesn't have much in the way of drive to work, unless there is cheese or a cute girl involved, rather, he prefers to hold court at home. Although he loves a good hike or play, he's totally happy for a huge cuddle and Netflix binge.
Unfortunately, despite being stunning, Loki isn't suitable for breeding, and has been neutered. But you will still see him rocking the neuter circuit at dog shows, trying his paw at various other disciplines, and living his best life on our sofa in between!
Health results:
DNA:
DM clear
CMR3 clear
PRA carrier
Pompes clear
Hips:
5/6 (international A/B)
Elbows:
0/0 (normal)
Heart:
Clear by auscultation
Eyes:
ACES and gonioscopy clear
Temperament:
Quiet, cuddly, calm, affectionate. Does not get along with some entire males, but loves female dogs.
Energy levels: low.
SANNA
Ch Aamurusko Anna of Arendelle AI (Sanna) is our lovely homebred girl from our first litter. She has grown up to be incredibly affectionate, clever, and pretty. She has an awesome work ethic and enjoys training, going to dog shows, and hiking. She is slightly taller than average for a female at 46cm, and is a slim 13-14kg. Sanna is very fit and active, but also enjoys relaxing and cuddling. She has great recall, and gets along well with other dogs. She is gentle with people, including children.
Energy level: moderateTemperament: biddable, affectionate, with just a touch of spiceSize: 46cm tall, 14kg (slightly taller than average for a female)Colour: black and tanMarkings: spectacles, mask
Awards/qualifications:Australian Champion (2023)10 x class in group winner (2023)Graded excellent at FCI show (2023)Royal Reserve Challenge Winner (Canberra, 2024)Opposite class in show winner FLCNSW (2024)2 x working pack dog novice qualifications (2024)
Health results:DNA:DM clearPRA clearCMR3 clearPompes clearHeart:Auscultation and echocardiogram clearEyes:ACES exam and gonioscopy clear for breedingHips:2/4 (International A/A)Elbows:0/0 (Normal)
RAFFI
Raffi is our guardian male from our first litter. He is Salla’s only son, and is very much like her. Raffi is a large, strong male who has been catching many eyes since a young age. He has a strong presence and his mother’s “X factor” in the show ring. Raffi is a peaceful, confident, happy boy who gets along with everyone. He is a lovely representation of the breed and we are very proud of him.
Health Results:DNA:PRA clearPompes clearDM carrierPRA clear
Size:Height 54cmWeight 21kg
Heart:Clear by auscultation and echocardiogram
Eyes:ACES clearGonioscopy mild-moderate affected
Hips:4/7 (A/B)Elbows:0/0 (normal)
Temperament: confident, kind, affectionate, easygoing.
Energy levels: moderate to high
Awards and Qualifications:Australian Champion (2023)Multi class in group winnerMulti class in specialty show winnerWorking Novice Pack Dog title (2024)Lure coursing - 1 x JC pass (2024)Sprint Dog - 1 x qualifier (2024)