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Name	Norrbottenspets	Mudi	Finnish Lapphund
Origins	Sweden	Hungary	Finland
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Group	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Norrbottenspitz Pohjanpystykorva Nordic Spitz	Canis Ovilis Fenyesi Hungarian Mudi	Suomenlapinkoira Lapinkoira
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Finnish Lapphund? Which is the smallest dog, Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Finnish Lapphund?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Mudi? Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund weight comparison:	Male: 24-33 pounds (11-15 kg), Female: 18-27 pounds (8-12 kg)	18-29 pounds (8-13 kg)	37-42 pounds (17-19 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	23.5 pounds (10.5 kg)	39.5 pounds (18 kg)
Height Which is taller, Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Finnish Lapphund? Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund height comparison:	Male: 17.72 inches (45 cm), Female: 16.54 inches (42 cm)	15-19 inches (38-48 cm)	Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 17.72 inches (45 cm), Female: 16.54 inches (42 cm)	17 inches (43 cm)	Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm)

Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Finnish Lapphund? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$800-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Finnish Lapphund?	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.	Frequent: The Finnish Lapphund is easier than average to get.

Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Mudi dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund trainability comparison.	Norrbottenspets dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Mudi dogs are easy to train. See more.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Finnish Lapphund?	Norrbottenspets dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Mudi dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Finnish Lapphund? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Norrbottenspets dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Mudi dogs are average defenders. See more.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Finnish Lapphund? Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Confident Attentive Daring	Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Lively Gentle Watchful Companionable Adaptable Guarding Keen to Work	Courageous Friendly Keen Calm Faithful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Norrbottenspets dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Mudi 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund?	Average to High: Norrbottenspets dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Mudi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Finnish Lapphund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund social needs comparison:	Norrbottenspets dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Mudi dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Finnish Lapphund dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Norrbottenspets dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Mudi dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Lapphund is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Finnish Lapphund 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

Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund playfulness comparison:	Average: Norrbottenspetss, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Mudis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Finnish Lapphund is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund?	A lot: Norrbottenspets is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Mudi barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Finnish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Finnish Lapphund?	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 Mudi indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Finnish Lapphund breed in the home.
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Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Norrbottenspets dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Mudi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Finnish Lapphund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Finnish Lapphund?	Norrbottenspets 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund?	Norrbottenspetss tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Mudis are commonly healthy dogs.	Finnish Lapphunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Norrbottenspets should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Mudi should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Finnish Lapphund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund lifespan comparison. How long do Norrbottenspets, Mudi and Finnish Lapphund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Norrbottenspets: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Mudi: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Finnish Lapphund: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund?	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.	Prefers cold weather The Finnish Lapphund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Finnish Lapphund?	1 to 1.5 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.	2 to 2.5 cup 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? Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Norrbottenspets has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Mudi has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Finnish Lapphund's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund coat comparison:	Dense Rough Straight Double	Dense Curly Wavy Shiny Short	Fluffy
Colors What are the original Norrbottenspets, Mudi and Finnish Lapphund color?	Tan White Brown Yellow Blonde	Black Gray White Brown Fawn Blue-Grey Black Merle Ash coloured (blue grey)	Black Tan Cream Brown Sable Wolf Blonde
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Finnish Lapphund? Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Norrbottenspets doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Mudi requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Finnish Lapphund? Norrbottenspets or Mudi or {name3 shedding:	Norrbottenspets dogs shed moderately. See more.	Mudi dogs shed moderately. See more.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Finnish Lapphund?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund 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, Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund?	Medium ⏺ The Norrbottenspets has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Mudi has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Finnish Lapphund has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Norrbottenspets is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Mudi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Finnish Lapphund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund Good With Comparison

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

Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund 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: Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Finnish Lapphund? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund?	Not really Norrbottenspets breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mudi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Finnish Lapphund 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.

Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund 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 Norrbottenspets and Mudi and Finnish Lapphund have?	3-5 puppies	5-8 puppies	2-9 puppies
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Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Finnish Lapphund Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	No data available	No data available

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