Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets Comparison – Which dog is better Norwegian Sheepdog or Norrbottenspitz?

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Name	Norwegian Buhund	Norrbottenspets
Origins	Norway	Sweden
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Norwegian Buhund and Norrbottenspets. What other names are these breeds known by?	Norwegian Sheepdog Norsk Buhund	Norrbottenspitz Pohjanpystykorva Nordic Spitz
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Norwegian Buhund and a Norrbottenspets. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Norwegian Buhund and a Norrbottenspets. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 31-40 pounds (14-18 kg), Female: 26½-35½ pounds (12-16 kg)	Male: 24-33 pounds (11-15 kg), Female: 18-27 pounds (8-12 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: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height Which is taller, Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets? Is a Norwegian Buhund taller than a Norrbottenspets?	Male: 17-18.5 inches (43-47 cm), Female: 16-17.5 inches (41-45 cm)	Male: 17.72 inches (45 cm), Female: 16.54 inches (42 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 17-18½ inches (45 cm), Female: 16-17½ inches (43 cm)	Male: 17.72 inches (45 cm), Female: 16.54 inches (42 cm)

Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Norwegian Buhund and a Norrbottenspets. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets?	Frequent: The Norwegian Buhund is easier than average to get.	Average: The Norrbottenspets is a commonly available dog breed.

Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare training requirements.	Norwegian Buhund dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Norrbottenspets dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare alertness levels.	Norwegian Buhund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Norrbottenspets dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare territorial behaviors.	Norwegian Buhund dogs are average defenders. See more.	Norrbottenspets dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Norwegian Buhund and a Norrbottenspets. How do their temperaments differ?	Funny Loving Agile Energetic Courageous Friendly	Active Alert Confident Attentive Daring
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets?	Norwegian Buhund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Norrbottenspets dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets?	High: Norwegian Buhund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Norrbottenspets dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets social needs comparison:	Norwegian Buhund dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Norrbottenspets dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets?	The wanderlust potential of the Norwegian Buhund is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Norrbottenspets dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets? 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. See more.	Norrbottenspets dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare vocalization tendencies.	A lot: Norwegian Buhund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Norrbottenspets is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare play drive and energy.	The Norwegian Buhund is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Norrbottenspetss, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the Norwegian Buhund breed in the home.	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.
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Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Norwegian Buhund has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Norrbottenspets has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Norwegian Buhund dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Norrbottenspets dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Norwegian Buhund bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Norrbottenspets bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare average lifespans.	13-15 years The average lifespan of Norwegian Buhund: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Norrbottenspets: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers cold weather The Norwegian Buhund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Norwegian Buhund and a Norrbottenspets. Which breed is healthier?	Norwegian Buhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Norrbottenspetss tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets?	Frequent The Norwegian Buhund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Norrbottenspets should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets health problems comparison:	Eye Problems Hip Dysplasia Von Willebrand's Disease	No data available

Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Norwegian Buhund has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Norrbottenspets has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare daily food needs.	1 to 2 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Norwegian Buhund and Norrbottenspets? Compare breed colors.	Black Wheaten	Tan White Brown Yellow Blonde
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Norwegian Buhund requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Norrbottenspets doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare drooling amounts.	The Norwegian Buhund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Norrbottenspets is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Norwegian Buhund has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norrbottenspets has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Norwegian Buhund and a Norrbottenspets? Compare fur types.	Dense	Dense Rough Straight Double
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets? Do Norwegian Buhund dogs shed more than Norrbottenspets dogs?	Norwegian Buhund dogs shed moderately. See more.	Norrbottenspets dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare kid-friendliness.	Norwegian Buhund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Norrbottenspets dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Norrbottenspets dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets? Which dog is more friendly?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Norrbottenspets dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Norrbottenspets dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets? Can a Norwegian Buhund and a Norrbottenspets be friends? Do Norwegian Buhund dogs get along with Norrbottenspets dogs?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Norrbottenspets dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets?	Yes Norwegian Buhund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Norrbottenspets dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Norwegian Buhund is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Norrbottenspets 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.	Norrbottenspetss are usually recommended for elderly people.

Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Norwegian Buhund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Norrbottenspets breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Norwegian Buhund or a Norrbottenspets? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Norwegian Buhund and Norrbottenspets. Which has stronger military background?	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 Norrbottenspets Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Norwegian Buhund and Norrbottenspets. Which has larger litters?	4-8 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Norwegian Buhund and Norrbottenspets breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Norwegian Buhund and Norrbottenspets. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Norwegian Buhund and Norrbottenspets. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Norwegian Buhund and Norrbottenspets. Which groups are they in?	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 kennel club recognition between Norwegian Buhund and Norrbottenspets. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	No data available

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