The Lapponian Shepherd (Finnish: Lapinpaimenkoira [ˈlɑpinˌpɑi̯menˌkoi̯rɑ])[1] or Cockhill's Finnish Lapphound[2] (Kukonharjunkoira)[1] is an extinct dog breed originating from Finland. Despite its name, it did not come from Lapland, but from the southern parts of the country.