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Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Comparison - Dog breed selector: Canis Islandicus or Norwegian Sheepdog or Lundehund? Find the right dog for you

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Name Icelandic Sheepdog Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Lundehund
OriginsIceland flagIceland Norway flagNorway Norway flagNorway
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Guard Dogs
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Other Names
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Canis Islandicus
Friaar Dog
Iceland Dog
Islandsk Farehond
Islenskur Fjarhundur
Icelandic Spitz
Norwegian Sheepdog
Norsk Buhund
Lundehund
Norwegian Puffin Dog
Norsk Lundehund
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Icelandic Sheepdog or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund? Which is the smallest dog, Icelandic Sheepdog or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund?
Medium Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Icelandic Sheepdog or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Buhund? Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund weight comparison:
20-30 pounds (9-14 kg) Male: 31-40 pounds (14-18 kg), Female: 26½-35½ pounds (12-16 kg) 13-20 pounds (6-9 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
25 pounds (11.5 kg) Male: 35.5 pounds (16 kg), Female: 26.5-35.5 pounds (14 kg) 16.5 pounds (7.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Icelandic Sheepdog or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund? Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund height comparison:
12-16 inches (31-41 cm) Male: 17-18.5 inches (43-47 cm), Female: 16-17.5 inches (41-45 cm) 12-15.5 inches (31-39 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
14 inches (36 cm) Male: 17-18½ inches (45 cm), Female: 16-17½ inches (43 cm) 12-15.5 inches (35 cm)

Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Icelandic Sheepdog or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $800-$1000 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Icelandic Sheepdog or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund?
Frequent: The Icelandic Sheepdog is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Norwegian Buhund is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Norwegian Lundehund is easier than average to get.

Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund trainability comparison.
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Norwegian Buhund dogs are quite easy to train.
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Norwegian Lundehund dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Icelandic Sheepdog or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund?
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Norwegian Buhund dogs are good watchdogs.
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Norwegian Lundehund dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Icelandic Sheepdog or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average defenders.
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Norwegian Buhund dogs are average defenders.
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Norwegian Lundehund dogs are average defenders.
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Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Icelandic Sheepdog or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund? Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund behavior/temperament comparison:
Agile
Energetic
Alert
Inquisitive
Cheerful
Funny
Loving
Agile
Energetic
Courageous
Friendly
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Loyal
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Norwegian Buhund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Norwegian Lundehund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund?
High: Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Norwegian Buhund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Norwegian Lundehund dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund social needs comparison:
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Norwegian Buhund dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Norwegian Lundehund dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Icelandic Sheepdog is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Norwegian Buhund is strong enough to escape from home.
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Norwegian Lundehund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Norwegian Buhund dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Norwegian Lundehund dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund playfulness comparison:
The Icelandic Sheepdog is a highly playful breed.
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The Norwegian Buhund is a highly playful breed.
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The Norwegian Lundehund is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund?
A lot: Icelandic Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Norwegian Buhund is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Norwegian Lundehund rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Icelandic Sheepdog or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund?
It is not recommended to keep the Icelandic Sheepdog breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Norwegian Buhund breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Norwegian Lundehund breed.

Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Norwegian Buhund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Norwegian Lundehund dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Icelandic Sheepdog or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund?
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Norwegian Lundehund dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Icelandic Sheepdog or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Icelandic Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Norwegian Buhund bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Norwegian Lundehund bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Icelandic Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Norwegian Buhund has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Norwegian Lundehund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund mouthiness comparison:
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Norwegian Buhund dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Norwegian Lundehund dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund?
Icelandic Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Norwegian Buhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Norwegian Lundehund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Eye Problems
Hip Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Lundehund Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Icelandic Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Norwegian Buhund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Norwegian Lundehund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund lifespan comparison. How long do Icelandic Sheepdog, Norwegian Buhund and Norwegian Lundehund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Icelandic Sheepdog: 13 years
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Norwegian Buhund: 14 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Norwegian Lundehund: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund?
Prefers cold weather
The Icelandic Sheepdog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Norwegian Buhund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Norwegian Lundehund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Icelandic Sheepdog or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund? Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund energy level comparison:
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Norwegian Buhund dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Norwegian Lundehund dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Icelandic Sheepdog or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Norwegian Buhund dogs need a lot of exercises.
Norwegian Lundehund dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Icelandic Sheepdog or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund?
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Norwegian Buhund dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Norwegian Lundehund dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Icelandic Sheepdog or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund?
1 to 2 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. 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Icelandic Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Norwegian Buhund has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Norwegian Lundehund has an average risk for obesity.
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Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund coat comparison:
Dense
Soft
Wavy
Thick
Straight
Dense Dense
Colors
What are the original Icelandic Sheepdog, Norwegian Buhund and Norwegian Lundehund color?
Black
Gray
Red
Cream
White
Fawn
Chocolate
Gold
Black
Wheaten
Black
Gray
White
Brown
Yellow
Reddish
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Icelandic Sheepdog or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund? Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund grooming comparison:
Average: The Icelandic Sheepdog requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Norwegian Buhund requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Norwegian Lundehund requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Icelandic Sheepdog or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund? Icelandic Sheepdog or Norwegian Buhund or {name3 shedding:
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Norwegian Buhund dogs shed moderately.
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Norwegian Lundehund dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Icelandic Sheepdog or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund?

Medium

The Icelandic Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Norwegian Buhund has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Norwegian Lundehund has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Icelandic Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Norwegian Buhund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Norwegian Lundehund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Good With Comparison

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

Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Icelandic Sheepdog or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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: Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund?

Not really

Icelandic Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Norwegian Buhund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Norwegian Lundehund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Icelandic Sheepdog and Norwegian Buhund and Norwegian Lundehund have?
4-8 puppies 4-8 puppies 4-8 puppies

Icelandic Sheepdog vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Non-Sporting breed.
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 Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club

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