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Norwegian Buhund vs Border Collie vs American Eskimo Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Norwegian Sheepdog or Sheepdog or American Spitz? Find the right dog for you

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Name Norwegian Buhund Border Collie American Eskimo Dog
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog breeds.
Norwegian Sheepdog
Norsk Buhund
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
American Spitz
Eskie
Eskimo Spitz
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Norwegian Buhund vs Border Collie vs American Eskimo Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 31-40 pounds (14-18 kg), Female: 26½-35½ pounds (12-16 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Toy: 6-10 pounds (3-5 kg)Standard: 18-35 pounds (8-16 kg), Miniature: 10-17 pounds (5-8 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 35.5 pounds (16 kg), Female: 26.5-35.5 pounds (14 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) Toy: 8 pounds (4 kg)Standard: 26.5 pounds (12 kg), Miniature: 13.5 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Norwegian Buhund or Border Collie or American Eskimo Dog? Norwegian Buhund vs Border Collie vs American Eskimo Dog height comparison:
Male: 17-18.5 inches (43-47 cm), Female: 16-17.5 inches (41-45 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Toy: 9-12 inches (22-30 cm)Standard: 15-20 inches (49-50 cm), Miniature: 12-15 inches (30-40 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 17-18½ inches (45 cm), Female: 16-17½ inches (43 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) Toy: 10.5 inches (26 cm)Standard: 17.5 inches (49.5 cm), Miniature: 13.5 inches (35 cm)

Norwegian Buhund vs Border Collie vs American Eskimo Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $600-$800 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Norwegian Buhund or Border Collie or American Eskimo Dog?
Frequent: The Norwegian Buhund is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The American Eskimo Dog is easier than average to get.

Norwegian Buhund vs Border Collie vs American Eskimo Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which breed ranks highest?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which is easiest to train?
Norwegian Buhund dogs are quite easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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American Eskimo Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which breed is most alert?
Norwegian Buhund dogs are good watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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American Eskimo Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which breed is most protective?
Norwegian Buhund dogs are average defenders.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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American Eskimo Dog dogs are average defenders.
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Norwegian Buhund vs Border Collie vs American Eskimo Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog? Compare temperaments.
Funny
Loving
Agile
Energetic
Courageous
Friendly
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Norwegian Buhund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Norwegian Buhund vs Border Collie vs American Eskimo Dog?
High: Norwegian Buhund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: American Eskimo Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Norwegian Buhund vs Border Collie vs American Eskimo Dog social needs comparison:
Norwegian Buhund dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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American Eskimo Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Norwegian Buhund is strong enough to escape from home.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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American Eskimo Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
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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Border Collie 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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American Eskimo 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.
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Norwegian Buhund vs Border Collie vs American Eskimo Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which breed is most vocal?
A lot: Norwegian Buhund is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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A lot: American Eskimo Dog is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which breed is most playful?
The Norwegian Buhund is a highly playful breed.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The American Eskimo Dog is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Norwegian Buhund breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the American Eskimo Dog breed.

Norwegian Buhund vs Border Collie vs American Eskimo Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which breed is most flexible?
Norwegian Buhund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: American Eskimo Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Norwegian Buhund or Border Collie or American Eskimo Dog?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
American Eskimo Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Norwegian Buhund vs Border Collie vs American Eskimo Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Norwegian Buhund has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Norwegian Buhund bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Eskimo Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Norwegian Buhund vs Border Collie vs American Eskimo Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which breed lives longest?
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Norwegian Buhund: 14 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of American Eskimo Dog: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which handles climate changes best?
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 average to cold weather conditions
The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The American Eskimo Dog 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 Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which has fewer health issues?
Norwegian Buhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The American Eskimo 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 Norwegian Buhund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The American Eskimo Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Norwegian Buhund vs Border Collie vs American Eskimo Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Norwegian Buhund vs Border Collie vs American Eskimo Dog health problems comparison:
Eye Problems
Hip Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Diabetes

Norwegian Buhund vs Border Collie vs American Eskimo Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which breed is most active?
Norwegian Buhund dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
American Eskimo Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Norwegian Buhund vs Border Collie vs American Eskimo Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Norwegian Buhund or Border Collie or American Eskimo Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Norwegian Buhund dogs need a lot of exercises.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
American Eskimo Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Norwegian Buhund or Border Collie or American Eskimo Dog?
Norwegian Buhund dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
American Eskimo Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.

Norwegian Buhund vs Border Collie vs American Eskimo Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Norwegian Buhund has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the American Eskimo Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which needs most food?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Norwegian Buhund vs Border Collie vs American Eskimo Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. What colors are available?
Black
Wheaten
Black
Tan
Red
Sable
Brindle
Lilac
Gold
Seal
White & Red
Slate
Sable Merle
Black & White
Tricolor
Blue merle
Blue merle-tricolor
Slate merle
Red merle
Saddleback Sable
White & Blue
White & Blue Merle
White & Red Merle
White Ticked
White & Gold
White & Sable
White & Seal
White
Biscuit
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Norwegian Buhund requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The American Eskimo Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which drools least?
The Norwegian Buhund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The American Eskimo Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Norwegian Buhund has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The American Eskimo Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Fluffy
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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 Norwegian Buhund or Border Collie or American Eskimo Dog? Norwegian Buhund or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:
Norwegian Buhund dogs shed moderately.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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American Eskimo Dog dogs are heavy shedders.
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Norwegian Buhund vs Border Collie vs American Eskimo Dog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which is best with kids?
Norwegian Buhund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
American Eskimo Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Norwegian Buhund dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
American Eskimo Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Norwegian Buhund or Border Collie or American Eskimo Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Norwegian Buhund dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
American Eskimo Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Norwegian Buhund or Border Collie or American Eskimo Dog?
Norwegian Buhund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
American Eskimo Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Norwegian Buhund or Border Collie or American Eskimo Dog?
Norwegian Buhund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
American Eskimo Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Norwegian Buhund vs Border Collie vs American Eskimo Dog?
Yes
Norwegian Buhund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
American Eskimo Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
Yes
Norwegian Buhund is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
American Eskimo Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Norwegian Buhunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
American Eskimo Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Norwegian Buhund vs Border Collie vs American Eskimo Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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 Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo 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 Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo 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 Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

American Eskimo Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. 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 Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo 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.

Norwegian Buhund vs Border Collie vs American Eskimo Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 4-8 puppies 4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo 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 Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. 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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Norwegian Buhund vs Border Collie vs American Eskimo Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1994 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders 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 Norwegian Buhund, Border Collie, and American Eskimo Dog. Which has most recognition?
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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
The American Int. Border Collie Registry
The American Border Collie Association
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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