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Name	Norwegian Buhund	Norrbottenspets	Norfolk Terrier
Origins	Norway	Sweden	United Kingdom
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Norwegian Sheepdog Norsk Buhund	Norrbottenspitz Pohjanpystykorva Nordic Spitz	Drop-Eared Norwich Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets or Norfolk Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets or Norfolk Terrier?	Medium	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets or Norrbottenspets? Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier weight comparison:	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)	10-12 pounds (4½-5½ 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)	11 pounds (5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets or Norfolk Terrier? Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier height comparison:	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)	10 inches (25 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)	10 inches (25 cm)

Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets or Norfolk Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$600-$800	$2000-$2500
Availability Which is easier to get, Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets or Norfolk Terrier?	Frequent: The Norwegian Buhund is easier than average to get.	Average: The Norrbottenspets is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Norfolk Terrier is easier than average to get.

Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier intelligence:	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.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier trainability comparison.	Norwegian Buhund dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Norrbottenspets dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets or Norfolk Terrier?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Norrbottenspets dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets or Norfolk Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are average defenders. See more.	Norrbottenspets dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets or Norfolk Terrier? Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Funny Loving Agile Energetic Courageous Friendly	Active Alert Confident Attentive Daring	Happy Intelligent Selfish Fearless Companionable Spirited Confidence Lovable
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. See more.	Norrbottenspets dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier?	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.	Average to High: Norfolk Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier social needs comparison:	Norwegian Buhund dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Norrbottenspets dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
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. See more.	Norrbottenspets dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Norfolk Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
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. 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Norwegian Buhund is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Norrbottenspetss, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Norfolk Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier?	A lot: Norwegian Buhund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Norrbottenspets is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Norfolk Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets or Norfolk Terrier?	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.	Apartment-friendly dog the Norfolk Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets or Norfolk Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Norwegian Buhund bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Norrbottenspets bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Norfolk Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Norwegian Buhund has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Norrbottenspets has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Norfolk Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier mouthiness comparison:	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.	Norfolk Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier?	Norwegian Buhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Norrbottenspetss tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Norfolk Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier health problems comparison:	Eye Problems Hip Dysplasia Von Willebrand's Disease	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits 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.	Frequent The Norrbottenspets should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Norfolk Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Norwegian Buhund, Norrbottenspets and Norfolk Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Norwegian Buhund: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Norrbottenspets: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Norfolk Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Norfolk Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets or Norfolk Terrier? Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier energy level comparison:	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.	Norfolk Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets or Norfolk Terrier? 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.	Norfolk Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets or Norfolk Terrier?	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.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets or Norfolk Terrier?	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.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	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.	High: The Norfolk Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Rough Straight Double	Wiry Shaggy
Colors What are the original Norwegian Buhund, Norrbottenspets and Norfolk Terrier color?	Black Wheaten	Tan White Brown Yellow Blonde	Black Tan Red Grizzle Wheaten
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets or Norfolk Terrier? Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Norwegian Buhund requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Norrbottenspets doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Norfolk Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets or Norfolk Terrier? Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets or {name3 shedding:	Norwegian Buhund dogs shed moderately. See more.	Norrbottenspets dogs shed moderately. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets or Norfolk Terrier?	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.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Norwegian Buhund has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norrbottenspets has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norfolk Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	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.	The Norfolk Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly 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.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets or Norfolk Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Norrbottenspets dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets or Norfolk Terrier?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Norrbottenspets dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets or Norfolk Terrier?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Norrbottenspets dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets or Norfolk Terrier?	Norwegian Buhund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Norrbottenspets dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier?	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.	Yes Norfolk Terrier 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.	No Norfolk Terrier 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.	Norfolk Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Norwegian Buhund or Norrbottenspets or Norfolk Terrier? Which is better for autism?	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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	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 and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier?	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.	Not really Norfolk Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Norwegian Buhund and Norrbottenspets and Norfolk Terrier have?	4-8 puppies	3-5 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Norwegian Buhund vs Norrbottenspets vs Norfolk Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1979 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	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.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	No data available	No data available

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