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Name	Norwegian Buhund	Canaan Dog	Australian Kelpie
Origins	Norway	Middle East Lebanon - Israel	Australia
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Norwegian Sheepdog Norsk Buhund	Canaanite Dog	Australischer Kelpie Barb Kelpie Australian Sheepdog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or Australian Kelpie? Which is the smallest dog, Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or Australian Kelpie?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or Canaan Dog? Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie weight comparison:	Male: 31-40 pounds (14-18 kg), Female: 26½-35½ pounds (12-16 kg)	35-55 pounds (16-25 kg)	25-45 pounds (11-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 35.5 pounds (16 kg), Female: 26.5-35.5 pounds (14 kg)	45 pounds (20.5 kg)	35 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or Australian Kelpie? Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie height comparison:	Male: 17-18.5 inches (43-47 cm), Female: 16-17.5 inches (41-45 cm)	19-24 inches (48-61 cm)	17-20 inches (43-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 17-18½ inches (45 cm), Female: 16-17½ inches (43 cm)	21.5 inches (54.5 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)

Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or Australian Kelpie? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$800-$1200	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or Australian Kelpie?	Frequent: The Norwegian Buhund is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Canaan Dog is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie trainability comparison.	Norwegian Buhund dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Canaan Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or Australian Kelpie?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Canaan Dog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or Australian Kelpie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are average defenders. See more.	Canaan Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or Australian Kelpie? Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie behavior/temperament comparison:	Funny Loving Agile Energetic Courageous Friendly	Alert Quick Devoted Vigilant Cautious	Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Loyal Robust Eager
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Norwegian Buhund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie?	High: Norwegian Buhund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Canaan Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Australian Kelpie dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie social needs comparison:	Norwegian Buhund dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Canaan Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Norwegian Buhund is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Canaan Dog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Kelpie is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Norwegian Buhund dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Canaan Dog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie playfulness comparison:	The Norwegian Buhund is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Canaan Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Australian Kelpie is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie?	A lot: Norwegian Buhund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Canaan Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or Australian Kelpie?	It is not recommended to keep the Norwegian Buhund breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Canaan Dog breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Australian Kelpie breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Norwegian Buhund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Canaan Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Australian Kelpie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or Australian Kelpie?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or Australian Kelpie?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Norwegian Buhund bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Canaan Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Kelpie bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Norwegian Buhund has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Canaan Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Kelpie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie mouthiness comparison:	Norwegian Buhund dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Canaan Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie?	Norwegian Buhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Canaan Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Australian Kelpies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie health problems comparison:	Eye Problems Hip Dysplasia Von Willebrand's Disease	Hip Dysplasia Luxating Patella Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy Cryptorchidism Osteochondrosis Dissecans Lymphosarcoma	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Osteoarthritis Cerebellar Abiotrophy Collie Eye Anomaly
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Norwegian Buhund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Canaan Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Australian Kelpie should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie lifespan comparison. How long do Norwegian Buhund, Canaan Dog and Australian Kelpie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Norwegian Buhund: 14 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Canaan Dog: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Australian Kelpie: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie?	Prefers cold weather The Norwegian Buhund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or Australian Kelpie? Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie energy level comparison:	Norwegian Buhund dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Canaan Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Australian Kelpie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or Australian Kelpie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Norwegian Buhund dogs need a lot of exercises.	Canaan Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Australian Kelpie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or Australian Kelpie?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Canaan Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Australian Kelpie dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or Australian Kelpie?	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Norwegian Buhund has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Canaan Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Double
Colors What are the original Norwegian Buhund, Canaan Dog and Australian Kelpie color?	Black Wheaten	Black Tan Red Cream White Golden Liver	Black Tan Red Blue Brown Fawn Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or Australian Kelpie? Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Norwegian Buhund requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Canaan Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Australian Kelpie requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or Australian Kelpie? Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or {name3 shedding:	Norwegian Buhund dogs shed moderately. See more.	Canaan Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or Australian Kelpie?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie?	Medium ⏺ The Norwegian Buhund has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Canaan Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Kelpie has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Norwegian Buhund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Canaan Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Kelpie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Canaan Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Australian Kelpie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or Australian Kelpie? Which dog is more friendly?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Canaan Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Australian Kelpie dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or Australian Kelpie?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Canaan Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Kelpie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or Australian Kelpie?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Canaan Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or Australian Kelpie?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Canaan Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie?	Yes Norwegian Buhund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Canaan Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Kelpie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Norwegian Buhund is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Canaan Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Kelpie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Norwegian Buhunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Canaan Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Australian Kelpies are usually recommended for elderly people.

Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Norwegian Buhund or Canaan Dog or Australian Kelpie? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie?	Not really Norwegian Buhund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Canaan Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Kelpie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Norwegian Buhund and Canaan Dog and Australian Kelpie have?	4-8 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-7 puppies
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Norwegian Buhund vs Canaan Dog vs Australian Kelpie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1997 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

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