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Name	Yorkshire Terrier	Australian Terrier	Norwegian Lundehund
Origins	England	Australia	Norway
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Yorkie	Aussie	Lundehund Norwegian Puffin Dog Norsk Lundehund
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Yorkshire Terrier or Australian Terrier or Norwegian Lundehund? Which is the smallest dog, Yorkshire Terrier or Australian Terrier or Norwegian Lundehund?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Yorkshire Terrier or Australian Terrier or Australian Terrier? Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund weight comparison:	2-3 kg (4-7 pounds)	9-14 pounds (4-6 kg)	13-20 pounds (6-9 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	2.5 kg (5.5 pounds)	11.5 pounds (5 kg)	16.5 pounds (7.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Yorkshire Terrier or Australian Terrier or Norwegian Lundehund? Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund height comparison:	20-23 cm (8-9 inches)	9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	12-15.5 inches (31-39 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	21.5 cm (8.5 inches)	10 inches (25.5 cm)	12-15.5 inches (35 cm)

Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Yorkshire Terrier or Australian Terrier or Norwegian Lundehund? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1000	$1000-$1500	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Yorkshire Terrier or Australian Terrier or Norwegian Lundehund?	Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Australian Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Norwegian Lundehund is easier than average to get.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Yorkshire Terrier or Australian Terrier or Norwegian Lundehund? Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal	Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Outright Tempered Companionable Spirited	Energetic Protective Alert Loyal
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Australian Terrier dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund?	High: Yorkshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Australian Terrier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Norwegian Lundehund dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund social needs comparison:	Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Australian Terrier 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?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. 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? Which can be better for hunting?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Australian Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. 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

Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund playfulness comparison:	Average: Yorkshire Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Australian Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Norwegian Lundehund is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund?	A lot: Yorkshire Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Australian Terrier barks occasionally. 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
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Australian Terrier or Norwegian Lundehund?	Very house-friendly dog the Yorkshire Terrier 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 Australian Terrier indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Norwegian Lundehund breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Australian Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Norwegian Lundehund dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Yorkshire Terrier or Australian Terrier or Norwegian Lundehund?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Australian Terrier 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.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Yorkshire Terrier or Australian Terrier or Norwegian Lundehund?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Yorkshire Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Australian Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Norwegian Lundehund 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 Yorkshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Norwegian Lundehund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund mouthiness comparison:	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Terrier dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Norwegian Lundehund dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund?	Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	Australian Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Norwegian Lundehund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia	No data available	Lundehund Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Yorkshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Australian Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Norwegian Lundehund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund lifespan comparison. How long do Yorkshire Terrier, Australian Terrier and Norwegian Lundehund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Terrier: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Norwegian Lundehund: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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 cold weather The Norwegian Lundehund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Yorkshire Terrier or Australian Terrier or Norwegian Lundehund? Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund energy level comparison:	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Australian Terrier 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 Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Yorkshire Terrier or Australian Terrier or Norwegian Lundehund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Australian Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Norwegian Lundehund dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Yorkshire Terrier or Australian Terrier or Norwegian Lundehund?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Australian Terrier 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

Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Yorkshire Terrier or Australian Terrier or Norwegian Lundehund?	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 3/4 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Yorkshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Australian Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Norwegian Lundehund has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund coat comparison:	Fine	Rough	Dense
Colors What are the original Yorkshire Terrier, Australian Terrier and Norwegian Lundehund color?	Black Tan Blue Gold	Tan Red Blue Sandy	Black Gray White Brown Yellow Reddish
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Yorkshire Terrier or Australian Terrier or Norwegian Lundehund? Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Australian Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Norwegian Lundehund requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Yorkshire Terrier or Australian Terrier or Norwegian Lundehund? Yorkshire Terrier or Australian Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Australian Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Norwegian Lundehund 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: Yorkshire Terrier or Australian Terrier or Norwegian Lundehund?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund?	Medium ⏺ The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norwegian Lundehund has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Yorkshire Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Terrier 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.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Australian Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Norwegian Lundehund dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Australian Terrier or Norwegian Lundehund? Which dog is more friendly?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Australian Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Norwegian Lundehund 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 Yorkshire Terrier or Australian Terrier or Norwegian Lundehund?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Norwegian Lundehund dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Australian Terrier or Norwegian Lundehund?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Australian Terrier dogs are not 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 Yorkshire Terrier or Australian Terrier or Norwegian Lundehund?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Australian Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Norwegian Lundehund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund?	Yes Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Terrier 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?	No Yorkshire Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Terrier is not the best dog breed 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?	Yorkshire Terriers are not recommended for elderly people.	Australian Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Norwegian Lundehunds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund 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: Yorkshire Terrier or Australian Terrier or Norwegian Lundehund? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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: Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund?	Not really Yorkshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Terrier 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.
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.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund 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 Yorkshire Terrier and Australian Terrier and Norwegian Lundehund have?	4-6 puppies	3-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Australian Terrier vs Norwegian Lundehund Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	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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