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

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Name Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Lundehund Norrbottenspets
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Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Guard Dogs Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets breeds.
Norwegian Sheepdog
Norsk Buhund
Lundehund
Norwegian Puffin Dog
Norsk Lundehund
Norrbottenspitz
Pohjanpystykorva
Nordic Spitz
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund vs Norrbottenspets Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Small Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 31-40 pounds (14-18 kg), Female: 26½-35½ pounds (12-16 kg) 13-20 pounds (6-9 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) 16.5 pounds (7.5 kg) Male: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund or Norrbottenspets? Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund vs Norrbottenspets height comparison:
Male: 17-18.5 inches (43-47 cm), Female: 16-17.5 inches (41-45 cm) 12-15.5 inches (31-39 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) 12-15.5 inches (35 cm) Male: 17.72 inches (45 cm), Female: 16.54 inches (42 cm)

Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund vs Norrbottenspets Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $400-$600 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund or Norrbottenspets?
Frequent: The Norwegian Buhund is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Norwegian Lundehund is easier than average to get.
Average: The Norrbottenspets is a commonly available dog breed.

Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund vs Norrbottenspets Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. Which breed ranks highest?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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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 Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. Which is easiest to train?
Norwegian Buhund dogs are quite easy to train.
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Norwegian Lundehund dogs are quite easy to train.
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Norrbottenspets dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. Which breed is most alert?
Norwegian Buhund dogs are good watchdogs.
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Norwegian Lundehund dogs are good watchdogs.
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Norrbottenspets dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. Which breed is most protective?
Norwegian Buhund dogs are average defenders.
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Norwegian Lundehund dogs are average defenders.
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Norrbottenspets dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund vs Norrbottenspets Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets? Compare temperaments.
Funny
Loving
Agile
Energetic
Courageous
Friendly
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Loyal
Active
Alert
Confident
Attentive
Daring
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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Norwegian Lundehund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Norrbottenspets 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: Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund vs Norrbottenspets?
High: Norwegian Buhund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Norwegian Lundehund dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Norrbottenspets dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund vs Norrbottenspets social needs comparison:
Norwegian Buhund dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Norwegian Lundehund dogs are a social breed.
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Norrbottenspets 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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Norwegian Lundehund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Norrbottenspets 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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Norwegian Lundehund dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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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 vs Norwegian Lundehund vs Norrbottenspets Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund vs Norrbottenspets Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. Which breed is most flexible?
Norwegian Buhund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Norwegian Lundehund dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different 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 Norwegian Lundehund or Norrbottenspets?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Norwegian Lundehund 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 dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund vs Norrbottenspets Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Low 🔽

The Norwegian Buhund has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Norwegian Lundehund has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Norwegian Buhund bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Norwegian Lundehund bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Norrbottenspets bite force: Ordinary.

Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund vs Norrbottenspets Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. Which breed lives longest?
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Norwegian Buhund: 14 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Norwegian Lundehund: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Norrbottenspets: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. 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 cold weather
The Norwegian Lundehund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. Which has fewer health issues?
Norwegian Buhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Norwegian Lundehund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Norrbottenspetss tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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 Norwegian Lundehund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Norrbottenspets should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund vs Norrbottenspets? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund vs Norrbottenspets health problems comparison:
Eye Problems
Hip Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Lundehund Syndrome No data available

Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund vs Norrbottenspets Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund vs Norrbottenspets Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund vs Norrbottenspets Allergies and Grooming Comparison

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

Medium

The Norwegian Buhund has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Norwegian Lundehund has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Norrbottenspets has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Dense Dense
Rough
Straight
Double
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. 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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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 Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund or Norrbottenspets? Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund or {name3 shedding:
Norwegian Buhund dogs shed moderately.
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Norwegian Lundehund dogs shed moderately.
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Norrbottenspets dogs shed moderately.
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Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund vs Norrbottenspets Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. Which is best with kids?
Norwegian Buhund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Norwegian Lundehund dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Norrbottenspets 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.
Norwegian Lundehund dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Norrbottenspets dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund or Norrbottenspets? Which dog is more friendly?
Norwegian Buhund dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Norwegian Lundehund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Norrbottenspets dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund or Norrbottenspets?
Norwegian Buhund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Norwegian Lundehund dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Norrbottenspets dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Lundehund or Norrbottenspets?
Norwegian Buhund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Norwegian Lundehund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Norrbottenspets dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund vs Norrbottenspets?
Yes
Norwegian Buhund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Norwegian Lundehund 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
Norwegian Lundehund is not the best dog breed 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.
Norwegian Lundehunds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Norrbottenspetss are usually recommended for elderly people.

Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Lundehund vs Norrbottenspets As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. 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 Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. 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 Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. 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 Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. 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 Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. 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

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

Norrbottenspets breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. 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, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. 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 Norwegian Lundehund vs Norrbottenspets Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 4-8 puppies 3-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. 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 Norwegian Lundehund vs Norrbottenspets Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs 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 Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, and Norrbottenspets. Which has most recognition?
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
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