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Norrbottenspets vs Norwegian Buhund vs Finnish Spitz Comparison - Dog breed selector: Norrbottenspitz or Norwegian Sheepdog or Finnish Hunting Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Norrbottenspets Norwegian Buhund Finnish Spitz
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Group Companion Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz breeds.
Norrbottenspitz
Pohjanpystykorva
Nordic Spitz
Norwegian Sheepdog
Norsk Buhund
Finnish Hunting Dog
Finnish Spets
Finsk Spets
Loulou Finois
Suomalainen Pystykorva
Suomenpystykorva
Barking Bird Dog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Norrbottenspets vs Norwegian Buhund vs Finnish Spitz Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 24-33 pounds (11-15 kg), Female: 18-27 pounds (8-12 kg) Male: 31-40 pounds (14-18 kg), Female: 26½-35½ pounds (12-16 kg) 31-35 pounds (14-16 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg) Male: 35.5 pounds (16 kg), Female: 26.5-35.5 pounds (14 kg) 33 pounds (15 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Norrbottenspets or Norwegian Buhund or Finnish Spitz? Norrbottenspets vs Norwegian Buhund vs Finnish Spitz height comparison:
Male: 17.72 inches (45 cm), Female: 16.54 inches (42 cm) Male: 17-18.5 inches (43-47 cm), Female: 16-17.5 inches (41-45 cm) 15-20 inches (38-51 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 17.72 inches (45 cm), Female: 16.54 inches (42 cm) Male: 17-18½ inches (45 cm), Female: 16-17½ inches (43 cm) 17.5 inches (44.5 cm)

Norrbottenspets vs Norwegian Buhund vs Finnish Spitz Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $800-$1000 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Norrbottenspets or Norwegian Buhund or Finnish Spitz?
Average: The Norrbottenspets is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Norwegian Buhund is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Finnish Spitz is easier than average to get.

Norrbottenspets vs Norwegian Buhund vs Finnish Spitz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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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, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which is easiest to train?
Norrbottenspets dogs are quite easy to train.
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Norwegian Buhund dogs are quite easy to train.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which breed is most alert?
Norrbottenspets dogs are average watchdogs.
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Norwegian Buhund dogs are good watchdogs.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which breed is most protective?
Norrbottenspets dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Norwegian Buhund dogs are average defenders.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are average defenders.
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Norrbottenspets vs Norwegian Buhund vs Finnish Spitz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz? Compare temperaments.
Active
Alert
Confident
Attentive
Daring
Funny
Loving
Agile
Energetic
Courageous
Friendly
Playful
Independent
Happy
Intelligent
Loyal
Vocal
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.
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Norwegian Buhund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Finnish Spitz 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: Norrbottenspets vs Norwegian Buhund vs Finnish Spitz?
Average to High: Norrbottenspets dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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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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High: Finnish Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Norrbottenspets vs Norwegian Buhund vs Finnish Spitz social needs comparison:
Norrbottenspets dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Norwegian Buhund dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Norrbottenspets dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Norwegian Buhund is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Spitz is strong enough to escape from home.
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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.
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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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Finnish Spitz 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.
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Norrbottenspets vs Norwegian Buhund vs Finnish Spitz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which breed is most vocal?
A lot: Norrbottenspets is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Norwegian Buhund is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Finnish Spitz is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Norrbottenspetss, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Norwegian Buhund is a highly playful breed.
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The Finnish Spitz is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. 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 recommended to keep the Norwegian Buhund breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Finnish Spitz breed.

Norrbottenspets vs Norwegian Buhund vs Finnish Spitz Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Norrbottenspets dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Norwegian Buhund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Finnish Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Norrbottenspets or Norwegian Buhund or Finnish Spitz?
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.
Finnish Spitz 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 vs Norwegian Buhund vs Finnish Spitz Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Norrbottenspets has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Norwegian Buhund has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Finnish Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which uses mouth most during play?
Norrbottenspets 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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Finnish Spitz dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Norrbottenspets bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Norwegian Buhund bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Finnish Spitz bite force: Ordinary.

Norrbottenspets vs Norwegian Buhund vs Finnish Spitz Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Norrbottenspets: 13 years
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Norwegian Buhund: 14 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Finnish Spitz: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. 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.
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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 Finnish Spitz can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which has fewer health issues?
Norrbottenspetss tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Norwegian Buhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Finnish Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.
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.
Frequent
The Norwegian Buhund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Finnish Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Norrbottenspets vs Norwegian Buhund vs Finnish Spitz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Norrbottenspets vs Norwegian Buhund vs Finnish Spitz health problems comparison:
No data available Eye Problems
Hip Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Eye Problems
Joint Problems
Epilepsy

Norrbottenspets vs Norwegian Buhund vs Finnish Spitz Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. 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.
Norwegian Buhund dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Finnish Spitz dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Norrbottenspets vs Norwegian Buhund vs Finnish Spitz exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Norrbottenspets or Norwegian Buhund or Finnish Spitz? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Norrbottenspets dogs have an average exercise need.
Norwegian Buhund dogs need a lot of exercises.
Finnish Spitz dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Norrbottenspets or Norwegian Buhund or Finnish Spitz?
Norrbottenspets dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Norwegian Buhund dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Finnish Spitz dogs don't need too much sleep.

Norrbottenspets vs Norwegian Buhund vs Finnish Spitz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Norrbottenspets has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Norwegian Buhund has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Finnish Spitz has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which needs most food?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.

Norrbottenspets vs Norwegian Buhund vs Finnish Spitz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. What colors are available?
Tan
White
Brown
Yellow
Blonde
Black
Wheaten
Red
Gold
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The Norrbottenspets doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Norwegian Buhund requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Finnish Spitz requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which drools least?
The Norrbottenspets is a perfect example of a 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 Finnish Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Norrbottenspets has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Norwegian Buhund has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Finnish Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Rough
Straight
Double
Dense Dense
Thick
Double
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. 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.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Norrbottenspets or Norwegian Buhund or Finnish Spitz? Norrbottenspets or Norwegian Buhund or {name3 shedding:
Norrbottenspets dogs shed moderately.
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Norwegian Buhund dogs shed moderately.
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Finnish Spitz dogs shed moderately.
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Norrbottenspets vs Norwegian Buhund vs Finnish Spitz Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which is best with kids?
Norrbottenspets dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Norwegian Buhund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Finnish Spitz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Norrbottenspets dogs are generally with other pets.
Norwegian Buhund dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Finnish Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Norrbottenspets or Norwegian Buhund or Finnish Spitz? Which dog is more friendly?
Norrbottenspets dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Norwegian Buhund dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Finnish Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Norrbottenspets or Norwegian Buhund or Finnish Spitz?
Norrbottenspets dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Norwegian Buhund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Finnish Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Norrbottenspets or Norwegian Buhund or Finnish Spitz?
Norrbottenspets dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Norwegian Buhund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Finnish Spitz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Norrbottenspets vs Norwegian Buhund vs Finnish Spitz?
Yes
Norrbottenspets 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
Finnish Spitz 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
Norwegian Buhund is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Yes
Finnish Spitz is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Norrbottenspetss are usually recommended for elderly people.
Norwegian Buhunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Finnish Spitzs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Norrbottenspets vs Norwegian Buhund vs Finnish Spitz As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Norrbottenspets 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

Finnish Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. 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 Norwegian Buhund vs Finnish Spitz Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which has most puppies?
3-5 puppies 4-8 puppies 3-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. What's recommended?

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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Norrbottenspets vs Norwegian Buhund vs Finnish Spitz Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. 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 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.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Norrbottenspets, Norwegian Buhund, and Finnish Spitz. Which has most recognition?
No data available No data available American Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

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