Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken Comparison – Which dog is better Lundehund or Tiger Dog?

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Name	Norwegian Lundehund	Kai Ken
Origins	Norway	Japan
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Group	Guard Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lundehund Norwegian Puffin Dog Norsk Lundehund	Tiger Dog Tora Inu
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Norwegian Lundehund or Kai Ken? Is the Norwegian Lundehund bigger than the Kai Ken breed? Is a Norwegian Lundehund smaller than a Kai Ken?	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Norwegian Lundehund or Kai Ken? Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken weight comparison:	13-20 pounds (6-9 kg)	Male: 44-53 pounds (20–24 kg), Female: 35-44 pounds (16-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	16.5 pounds (7.5 kg)	Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Norwegian Lundehund or Kai Ken? Is a Norwegian Lundehund taller than a Kai Ken?	12-15.5 inches (31-39 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	12-15.5 inches (35 cm)	Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)

Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Norwegian Lundehund or Kai Ken? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Norwegian Lundehund and Kai Ken?	$400-$600	$1400-$1600
Availability Which is easier to get, Norwegian Lundehund or Kai Ken?	Frequent: The Norwegian Lundehund is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Norwegian Lundehund or Kai Ken smarter? Which is best? Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Kai Ken is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken trainability comparison. What's the difference between Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken?	Norwegian Lundehund dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Kai Ken dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Norwegian Lundehund or Kai Ken?	Norwegian Lundehund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Kai Ken dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Norwegian Lundehund or Kai Ken? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Norwegian Lundehund dogs are average defenders. See more.	Kai Ken dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Norwegian Lundehund or Kai Ken? Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Protective Alert Loyal	Agile Alert Intelligent Loyal Brave Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken?	Norwegian Lundehund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Kai Ken dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken?	Average: Norwegian Lundehund dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Kai Ken dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken social needs comparison:	Norwegian Lundehund dogs are a social breed. See more.	Kai Ken dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken?	Norwegian Lundehund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Kai Ken is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken? Which can be better for hunting?	Norwegian Lundehund dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Kai Ken dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken playfulness comparison:	The Norwegian Lundehund is a playful breed. See more.	The Kai Ken is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken?	Low to Average: The Norwegian Lundehund rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Kai Ken 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 Lundehund or Kai Ken?	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 Kai Ken indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Norwegian Lundehund dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Kai Ken dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Norwegian Lundehund or Kai Ken?	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.	Kai Ken 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.

Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Norwegian Lundehund or Kai Ken?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Norwegian Lundehund bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kai Ken bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Norwegian Lundehund more dangerous than a Kai Ken?	Low 🔽 The Norwegian Lundehund has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kai Ken has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken mouthiness comparison:	Norwegian Lundehund dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Kai Ken dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken health comparison. Which is the healthier: Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken?	The Norwegian Lundehund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Kai Kens are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken health problems comparison:	Lundehund Syndrome	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken?	Average The Norwegian Lundehund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Kai Ken should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken lifespan comparison. How long do Norwegian Lundehund and Kai Ken breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Norwegian Lundehund and Kai Ken?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Norwegian Lundehund: 11 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Kai Ken: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken?	Prefers cold weather The Norwegian Lundehund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Kai Ken can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Norwegian Lundehund or Kai Ken? Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken energy level comparison:	Norwegian Lundehund dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Kai Ken 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 Lundehund vs Kai Ken exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Norwegian Lundehund or Kai Ken? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Norwegian Lundehund dogs need a lot of exercises.	Kai Ken dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Norwegian Lundehund or Kai Ken?	Norwegian Lundehund dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Kai Ken 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 Lundehund vs Kai Ken Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Norwegian Lundehund or Kai Ken? Does the Norwegian Lundehund breed eat more than the Kai Ken breed?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1.5 to 2.5 cups 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 Lundehund vs Kai Ken weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Norwegian Lundehund has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Kai Ken has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Soft Thick Double
Colors What are the original Norwegian Lundehund and Kai Ken color? Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken color comparison:	Black Gray White Brown Yellow Reddish	Black Red Brindle Black & Red
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Norwegian Lundehund or Kai Ken? Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken grooming comparison:	Average: The Norwegian Lundehund requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Kai Ken doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Norwegian Lundehund or Kai Ken? Do Norwegian Lundehund dogs shed more than Kai Ken dogs?	Norwegian Lundehund dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kai Ken dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Norwegian Lundehund or Kai Ken?	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.
Hypoallergenic Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Norwegian Lundehund or Kai Ken?	Medium ⏺ The Norwegian Lundehund has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kai Ken has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken?	The Norwegian Lundehund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Kai Ken drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Norwegian Lundehund dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Kai Ken dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Norwegian Lundehund or Kai Ken? Which dog is more friendly?	Norwegian Lundehund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Kai Ken dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Norwegian Lundehund or Kai Ken?	Norwegian Lundehund dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Kai Ken dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Norwegian Lundehund or Kai Ken?	Norwegian Lundehund dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Kai Ken dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Norwegian Lundehund or Kai Ken? Can a Norwegian Lundehund and a Kai Ken be friends? Do Norwegian Lundehund dogs get along with Kai Ken dogs?	Norwegian Lundehund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Kai Ken dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken?	Yes Norwegian Lundehund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Kai Ken dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Norwegian Lundehund is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kai Ken is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Norwegian Lundehunds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Kai Kens are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Norwegian Lundehund or Kai Ken? 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.
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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken?	Not really Norwegian Lundehund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kai Ken 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.
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.

Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Norwegian Lundehund and Kai Ken have? Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken litter size comparison:	4-8 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Norwegian Lundehund vs Kai Ken Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	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 Asian Spitz and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service

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