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Name	Newfoundland	Norrbottenspets	Northern Inuit Dog
Origins	Canada	Sweden	England
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Group	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Blackbear Newfie The Gentle Giant Newf	Norrbottenspitz Pohjanpystykorva Nordic Spitz	NI dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Newfoundland or Norrbottenspets or Northern Inuit Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Newfoundland or Norrbottenspets or Northern Inuit Dog?	Giant	Medium	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Newfoundland or Norrbottenspets or Norrbottenspets? Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog weight comparison:	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)	Male: 24-33 pounds (11-15 kg), Female: 18-27 pounds (8-12 kg)	Male: 79-110 pounds (36-50 kg), Female: 55-84 pounds (25-38 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)	Male: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	Male: 94.5 pounds (43 kg), Female: 69.5 pounds (31.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Newfoundland or Norrbottenspets or Northern Inuit Dog? Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog height comparison:	Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm)	Male: 17.72 inches (45 cm), Female: 16.54 inches (42 cm)	Male: 23-32 inches (58-81 cm), Female: 23-28 inches (58-71 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	Male: 17.72 inches (45 cm), Female: 16.54 inches (42 cm)	Male: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm), Female: 25.5 inches (64.5 cm)

Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Newfoundland or Norrbottenspets or Northern Inuit Dog? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$600-$800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Newfoundland or Norrbottenspets or Northern Inuit Dog?	Very frequent: The Newfoundland is quite easy to get.	Average: The Norrbottenspets is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog intelligence:	Smart: The Newfoundland dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog trainability comparison.	Newfoundland dogs are easy to train. See more.	Norrbottenspets dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Northern Inuit Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Newfoundland or Norrbottenspets or Northern Inuit Dog?	Newfoundland dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Norrbottenspets dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Northern Inuit Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Newfoundland or Norrbottenspets or Northern Inuit Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Newfoundland dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Norrbottenspets dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Northern Inuit Dog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Newfoundland or Norrbottenspets or Northern Inuit Dog? Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Courageous Intelligent Loyal Gentle Social Sweet Cheerful	Active Alert Confident Attentive Daring	Friendly Gentle Calm Familiar Dependable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Norrbottenspets dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Northern Inuit Dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog?	Average to High: Newfoundland dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Norrbottenspets dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Northern Inuit Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog social needs comparison:	Newfoundland dogs are a social breed. See more.	Norrbottenspets dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Northern Inuit Dog dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Newfoundland dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Norrbottenspets dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Northern Inuit Dog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Newfoundland dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Norrbottenspets 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.	Northern Inuit 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog playfulness comparison:	Average: Newfoundlands, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Norrbottenspetss, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Northern Inuit Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog?	Low to Average: The Newfoundland rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Norrbottenspets is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Northern Inuit Dog barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Newfoundland or Norrbottenspets or Northern Inuit Dog?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Newfoundland indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Norrbottenspets indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Northern Inuit Dog indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Newfoundland dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Norrbottenspets dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Northern Inuit Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Newfoundland or Norrbottenspets or Northern Inuit Dog?	Newfoundland 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.	Norrbottenspets dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Northern Inuit Dog dogs handle alone time quite well.

Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Newfoundland or Norrbottenspets or Northern Inuit Dog?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Newfoundland bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Norrbottenspets bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Northern Inuit Dog bite force: The Strongest.
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 Newfoundland has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Norrbottenspets has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Northern Inuit Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog mouthiness comparison:	Newfoundland dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Norrbottenspets dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Northern Inuit Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog?	Very healthy dog breed.	Norrbottenspetss tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Northern Inuit Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Epilepsy Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Cystinuria Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	No data available	Addison's Disease Epilepsy Hip Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Newfoundland should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Norrbottenspets should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Northern Inuit Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Newfoundland, Norrbottenspets and Northern Inuit Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Newfoundland: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Norrbottenspets: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Northern Inuit Dog: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog?	Prefers cold weather The Newfoundland 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.	Prefers cold weather The Northern Inuit Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Newfoundland or Norrbottenspets or Northern Inuit Dog? Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog energy level comparison:	Newfoundland dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Norrbottenspets dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Northern Inuit Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Newfoundland or Norrbottenspets or Northern Inuit Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Newfoundland dogs have an average exercise need.	Norrbottenspets dogs have an average exercise need.	Northern Inuit Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Newfoundland or Norrbottenspets or Northern Inuit Dog?	Newfoundland dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Norrbottenspets dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Northern Inuit Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Newfoundland or Norrbottenspets or Northern Inuit Dog?	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 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? Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Newfoundland's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Norrbottenspets has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Northern Inuit Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog coat comparison:	Fluffy Waterproof Thick	Dense Rough Straight Double	Dense
Colors What are the original Newfoundland, Norrbottenspets and Northern Inuit Dog color?	Black Gray White Brown	Tan White Brown Yellow Blonde	Black Gray White Sable
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Newfoundland or Norrbottenspets or Northern Inuit Dog? Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Norrbottenspets doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Northern Inuit Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Newfoundland or Norrbottenspets or Northern Inuit Dog? Newfoundland or Norrbottenspets or {name3 shedding:	Newfoundland dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Norrbottenspets dogs shed moderately. See more.	Northern Inuit Dog 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: Newfoundland or Norrbottenspets or Northern Inuit Dog?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog?	High 🔼 The Newfoundland has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norrbottenspets has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Northern Inuit Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Newfoundland is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Norrbottenspets is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Northern Inuit Dog is an average drooler. See more.

Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog Good With Comparison

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

Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: Newfoundland or Norrbottenspets or Northern Inuit Dog? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog?	Yes Newfoundland breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Norrbottenspets breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Northern Inuit Dog 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?	Yes 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.

Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog 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 Newfoundland and Norrbottenspets and Northern Inuit Dog have?	4-12 puppies	3-5 puppies	5-12 puppies
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Newfoundland vs Norrbottenspets vs Northern Inuit Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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