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Compare Norrbottenspets and Mudi. Which is better: Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Northern Inuit Dog?
Name | Norrbottenspets | Mudi | Northern Inuit Dog |
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Group | Companion Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Guard Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 224 | 486 | 476 |
Reviews | 1 | 2 | 0 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog breeds. |
Norrbottenspitz Pohjanpystykorva Nordic Spitz |
Canis Ovilis Fenyesi Hungarian Mudi | NI dog |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Cross Breed |
Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Northern Inuit Dog Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which breed is the largest? | Medium | Medium | Large Giant |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 24-33 pounds (11-15 kg), Female: 18-27 pounds (8-12 kg) | 18-29 pounds (8-13 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: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg) | 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg) | Male: 94.5 pounds (43 kg), Female: 69.5 pounds (31.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Northern Inuit Dog? Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Northern Inuit Dog height comparison: | Male: 17.72 inches (45 cm), Female: 16.54 inches (42 cm) | 15-19 inches (38-48 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: 17.72 inches (45 cm), Female: 16.54 inches (42 cm) | 17 inches (43 cm) | Male: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm), Female: 25.5 inches (64.5 cm) |
Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Northern Inuit Dog Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Find price differences between these breeds. | $600-$800 | $800-$1000 | $800-$1000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Northern Inuit Dog? | 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. | Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows. |
Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Northern Inuit Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which breed ranks highest? | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Smart: The Mudi dogs have great intelligence. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which is easiest to train? | Norrbottenspets dogs are quite easy to train. | Mudi dogs are easy to train. | Northern Inuit Dog dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which breed is most alert? | Norrbottenspets dogs are average watchdogs. | Mudi dogs are average watchdogs. | Northern Inuit Dog dogs are good watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which breed is most protective? | Norrbottenspets dogs strongly protect their territory. | Mudi dogs are average defenders. | Northern Inuit Dog dogs strongly protect their territory. |
Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Northern Inuit Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog? Compare temperaments. |
Active Alert Confident Attentive Daring |
Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Lively Gentle Watchful Companionable Adaptable Guarding Keen to Work |
Friendly Gentle Calm Familiar Dependable |
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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. | Mudi dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | Sensitive: Northern Inuit Dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Northern Inuit Dog? | Average to High: Norrbottenspets dogs are highly affectionate dogs. | High: Mudi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average to High: Northern Inuit Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. |
Social Needs
Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Northern Inuit Dog social needs comparison: | Norrbottenspets dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Mudi dogs need for social interaction is average. | Northern Inuit Dog dogs are kinda antisocial. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Norrbottenspets dogs have average wanderlust potential. | Mudi dogs are not the biggest explorers. | Northern Inuit Dog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. |
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. | Their prey drive is low. | 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. |
Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Northern Inuit Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which breed is most vocal? | A lot: Norrbottenspets is a particularly loud breed. | Average: The Mudi barks occasionally. | Average: The Northern Inuit Dog barks occasionally. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Norrbottenspetss, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Mudis, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Northern Inuit Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which adapts best to small spaces? | 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 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. |
Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Northern Inuit Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which breed is most flexible? | 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. | Northern Inuit Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Northern Inuit Dog? | 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. | Northern Inuit Dog dogs handle alone time quite well. |
Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Northern Inuit Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Norrbottenspets has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Mudi has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Northern Inuit Dog has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which uses mouth most during play? | Norrbottenspets dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Mudi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Northern Inuit Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Norrbottenspets bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Mudi bite force: Ordinary. | Above 400 PSI 🔼 Northern Inuit Dog bite force: The Strongest. |
Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Northern Inuit Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which breed lives longest? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Norrbottenspets: 13 years |
13-15 years The average lifespan of Mudi: 14 years |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Northern Inuit Dog: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which handles climate changes best? | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers cold weather The Northern Inuit Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which has fewer health issues? | Norrbottenspetss tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | Mudis are commonly healthy dogs. | The Northern Inuit Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
Vet Care Frequency
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). |
Average The Northern Inuit Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Northern Inuit Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Northern Inuit Dog health problems comparison: | No data available |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia |
Addison's Disease Epilepsy Hip Dysplasia |
Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Northern Inuit Dog Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which breed is most active? | 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. | Northern Inuit Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Northern Inuit Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Northern Inuit Dog? 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. | Northern Inuit Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Northern Inuit Dog? | 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. | Northern Inuit Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Northern Inuit Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which is most prone to obesity? | Low to Average: The Norrbottenspets has a low to the average risk for obesity. | Average: The Mudi has an average risk for obesity. | Average: The Northern Inuit Dog has an average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which needs most food? | 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. | 5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Northern Inuit Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. What colors are available? |
Tan White Brown Yellow Blonde |
Black Gray White Brown Fawn Blue-Grey Black Merle Ash coloured (blue grey) |
Black Gray White Sable |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which requires most maintenance? | Easy to groom: The Norrbottenspets doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Average: The Mudi requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Northern Inuit Dog requires average grooming effort. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which drools least? | The Norrbottenspets is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. | The Mudi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Northern Inuit Dog is an average drooler. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Norrbottenspets has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Mudi has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Northern Inuit Dog has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Dense Rough Straight Double |
Dense Curly Wavy Shiny Short | Dense |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which requires most frequent baths? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Northern Inuit Dog? Norrbottenspets or Mudi or {name3 shedding: | Norrbottenspets dogs shed moderately. | Mudi dogs shed moderately. | Northern Inuit Dog dogs shed moderately. |
Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Northern Inuit Dog Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which is best with kids? | Norrbottenspets dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Mudi dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Northern Inuit Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
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. | Northern Inuit Dog dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Northern Inuit Dog? Which dog is more friendly? | Norrbottenspets dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Mudi dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Northern Inuit Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Northern Inuit Dog? | Norrbottenspets dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Mudi dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Northern Inuit Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Norrbottenspets or Mudi or Northern Inuit Dog? | Norrbottenspets dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Mudi dogs are average friendly towards other 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: Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Northern Inuit Dog? |
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 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 Norrbottenspets is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Yes Mudi is one of the best dog breeds 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? | Norrbottenspetss are usually recommended for elderly people. | Mudis are usually recommended for elderly people. | Northern Inuit Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Northern Inuit Dog As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which has best nose work ability? | 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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which is best for SAR work? | 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. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Norrbottenspets breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Mudi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Northern Inuit Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which has most military use? | 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 Northern Inuit Dog Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which has most puppies? | 3-5 puppies | 5-8 puppies | 5-12 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Norrbottenspets vs Mudi vs Northern Inuit Dog Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. How are they classified internationally? | 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. | Not recognized by FCI. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Norrbottenspets, Mudi, and Northern Inuit Dog. Which has most recognition? | No data available | No data available | Dog Registry of America Inc. |
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