Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Comparison – Which dog is better Västgötaspets or Lundehund?

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Name	Swedish Vallhund	Norwegian Lundehund
Origins	Sweden	Norway
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Guard Dogs
Popularity Rank	149	190
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Swedish Vallhund and Norwegian Lundehund. What other names are these breeds known by?	Västgötaspets	Lundehund Norwegian Puffin Dog Norsk Lundehund
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Swedish Vallhund and a Norwegian Lundehund. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Swedish Vallhund and a Norwegian Lundehund. Which breed is heavier?	25-35 pounds (11-15 kg)	13-20 pounds (6-9 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	30 pounds (13 kg)	16.5 pounds (7.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Swedish Vallhund or Norwegian Lundehund? Is a Swedish Vallhund taller than a Norwegian Lundehund?	12-16 inches (30-40 cm)	12-15.5 inches (31-39 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14 inches (35 cm)	12-15.5 inches (35 cm)

Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Swedish Vallhund and a Norwegian Lundehund. Which breed costs more?	$500-$600	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Swedish Vallhund or Norwegian Lundehund?	Frequent: The Swedish Vallhund is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Norwegian Lundehund is easier than average to get.

Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? Compare training requirements.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Norwegian Lundehund 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 Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? Compare alertness levels.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Norwegian Lundehund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? Compare territorial behaviors.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Norwegian Lundehund dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Swedish Vallhund and a Norwegian Lundehund. How do their temperaments differ?	Energetic Alert Friendly Fearless Watchful	Energetic Protective Alert Loyal
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund?	Swedish Vallhund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Norwegian Lundehund 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: Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund?	High: Swedish Vallhund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Norwegian Lundehund dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund social needs comparison:	Swedish Vallhund dogs are a social breed. See more.	Norwegian Lundehund dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund?	Swedish Vallhund dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Norwegian Lundehund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund? Which can be better for hunting?	Swedish Vallhund dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Norwegian Lundehund dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average to High: The Swedish Vallhund is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Norwegian Lundehund rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Swedish Vallhunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Norwegian Lundehund is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? Compare living space needs.	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 Swedish Vallhund indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Norwegian Lundehund breed.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? Compare adaptability levels.	Swedish Vallhund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Norwegian Lundehund dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Swedish Vallhund or Norwegian Lundehund?	Swedish Vallhund 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 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.

Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Swedish Vallhund has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Norwegian Lundehund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Swedish Vallhund dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Norwegian Lundehund dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Swedish Vallhund bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Norwegian Lundehund bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? Compare average lifespans.	12-14 years The average lifespan of Swedish Vallhund: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Norwegian Lundehund: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Swedish Vallhund can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Norwegian Lundehund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Swedish Vallhund and a Norwegian Lundehund. Which breed is healthier?	Swedish Vallhunds 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.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund?	Frequent The Swedish Vallhund 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Heart Problems Retinal Dysplasia Skin Allergies Spina Befida	Lundehund Syndrome

Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? Compare activity levels.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are high-energy dogs.	Norwegian Lundehund dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Swedish Vallhund or Norwegian Lundehund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Swedish Vallhund dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Norwegian Lundehund dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Swedish Vallhund or Norwegian Lundehund?	Swedish Vallhund dogs don't need too much sleep.	Norwegian Lundehund dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Swedish Vallhund's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Norwegian Lundehund has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? Compare daily food needs.	Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food daily, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Swedish Vallhund and Norwegian Lundehund? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Red Blue White	Black Gray White Brown Yellow Reddish
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Swedish Vallhund requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Norwegian Lundehund requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? Compare drooling amounts.	The Swedish Vallhund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Norwegian Lundehund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Swedish Vallhund has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norwegian Lundehund has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Swedish Vallhund and a Norwegian Lundehund? Compare fur types.	Thick	Dense
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? Compare bathing frequencies.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Swedish Vallhund or Norwegian Lundehund? Do Swedish Vallhund dogs shed more than Norwegian Lundehund dogs?	Swedish Vallhund dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Norwegian Lundehund dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Good With Comparison

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

Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? 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 Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? 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 Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? 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 Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? 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 Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Swedish Vallhund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Norwegian Lundehund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Swedish Vallhund or a Norwegian Lundehund? 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 Swedish Vallhund and Norwegian Lundehund. 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.

Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Swedish Vallhund and Norwegian Lundehund. Which has larger litters?	4-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Swedish Vallhund and Norwegian Lundehund breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Swedish Vallhund and Norwegian Lundehund. 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.

Swedish Vallhund vs Norwegian Lundehund Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Swedish Vallhund and Norwegian Lundehund. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2007 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Swedish Vallhund and Norwegian Lundehund. 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 Swedish Vallhund and Norwegian Lundehund. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. New Zealand Kennel Club	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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