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Danielle Giacovani
Mar 114 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...
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Danielle Giacovani
Mar 72 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...
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Danielle Giacovani
Mar 62 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...
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Lauren Mills
Feb 274 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...
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Lauren Mills
Feb 213 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...
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Danielle Giacovani
Feb 214 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,...
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Danielle Giacovani
Feb 142 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...
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Lauren Mills
Jan 210 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...
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Lauren Mills
Dec 12, 20242 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...
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Lauren Mills
Nov 22, 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...
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Lauren Mills
Nov 13, 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...
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Lauren Mills
Nov 12, 20241 min read
Congratulations Mav!
Sending our congratulations to Maverick and his dedicated owners Chris and Brienne who have been enjoying some wonderful show successes...
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Lauren Mills
Nov 6, 20242 min read
FLCV Specialty2024
This past Saturday, November 2nd, 2024, Orical Kennels was represented at the Finnish Lapphund Club Victoria's (FLCV) Annual Breed...
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Katrina Long
Oct 20, 20242 min read
Congratulations Tahvo
Tahvo has achieved his Australian Championship title!
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Danielle Giacovani
Jul 30, 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...
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Danielle Giacovani
Jul 29, 20241 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...
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Danielle Giacovani
Jul 4, 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...
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Danielle Giacovani
Jun 8, 20243 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...
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Danielle Giacovani
Jun 1, 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...
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Danielle Giacovani
May 17, 20242 min read
Emily and Alma - A Force To Be Reckoned With
Alma- Lappie sports superstar
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Lauren Mills
May 4, 20245 min read
Foraging, a Favourite Finnish Past time
Exploring Finnish foraging traditions here in Australia
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Lauren Mills
Apr 28, 20241 min read
Kaci completes her Qualification
Congratulations Kaci for completing for your Certificate III in Animal Care Services
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Lauren Mills
Apr 22, 20241 min read
Congrats Amber & Onyx
At his very first show Onyx takes Best Baby Puppy in Show!
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Lauren Mills
Apr 18, 20243 min read
Happy 13th Birthday Annika
Happy birthday to my first Lappie, Annika
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