Is the Cavapoo Better than the Norwegian Lundehund as a Pet? Answer…

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Cavapoo Versus Norwegian Lundehund: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Cavapoo and for the Norwegian Lundehund. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Cavapoo or the Norwegian Lundehund.

Cavapoo versus Norwegian Lundehund: Overview

A very important difference between the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cavapoo is a small-sized dog while the Norwegian Lundehund is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Cavapoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Norwegian Lundehund belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

Cavapoo versus Norwegian Lundehund: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cavapoo to the Norwegian Lundehund based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund

Factor Cavapoo Norwegian Lundehund
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 1/5
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Height 9 to 14 inches 1 foot to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 9 to 25 pounds 13 to 16 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $2430 No Data
Price Range $1500 – $2925 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 24 months
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cavapoo in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Norwegian Lundehund. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Cavapoo is 89 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Norwegian Lundehund is 83 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cavapoo is a better pet than the Norwegian Lundehund. So, you should get the Cavapoo!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund

    Below is a list of where the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund are most different:

  • Cavapoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies. However, Norwegian Lundehunds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • The Similarities Between the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund

    The Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund are most similar:

  • Both the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund are very easy to train.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Cavapoo versus Norwegian Lundehund

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund.

    Cavapoos weigh 9 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Cavapoos are 9 to 14 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Norwegian Lundehunds weigh 13 to 16 pounds when fully grown. Norwegian Lundehunds are 1 foot to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Cavapoo versus Norwegian Lundehund

    The lifespan of Cavapoos is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Cavapoos is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Norwegian Lundehunds is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Norwegian Lundehunds is 11.0 years.

    Cavapoos live longer than Norwegian Lundehunds.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cavapoo versus Norwegian Lundehund

    Cavapoos do not like to be left alone.

    Norwegian Lundehunds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Cavapoos shed more than Norwegian Lundehunds?

    Cavapoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Norwegian Lundehunds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Cavapoo or the Norwegian Lundehund

    Cavapoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Norwegian Lundehunds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavapoo or the Norwegian Lundehund?

    Cavapoos are moderately easy to groom.

    Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to groom.

    Does the Cavapoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norwegian Lundehund?

    Cavapoos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Norwegian Lundehunds have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Do Cavapoos Bark and Howl? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?

    Cavapoos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Norwegian Lundehunds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Cavapoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cavapoos can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Norwegian Lundehunds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cavapoo vs. Norwegian Lundehund

    Cavapoos have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Norwegian Lundehunds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Cavapoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Cavapoos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Norwegian Lundehunds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavapoo or the Norwegian Lundehund?

    Cavapoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Norwegian Lundehunds get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Cavapoos good family dogs? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?

    Cavapoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Norwegian Lundehunds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Cavapoos and Norwegian Lundehunds?

    Cavapoos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Norwegian Lundehunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Cavapoo Easier to Train than the Norwegian Lundehund?

    Cavapoos are very easy to train.

    Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to train.

    Is the Cavapoo Better for Apartment Owners than the Norwegian Lundehund?

    Cavapoos adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Norwegian Lundehunds do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cavapoo or the Norwegian Lundehund?

    Cavapoos are OK for new dog owners.

    Norwegian Lundehunds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cavapoo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cavapoo that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Cavapoo:

  • Bernedoodle (82 percent match with Cavapoo). Here is our comparison of the Norwegian Lundehund vs Bernedoodle.
  • Cockapoo (81 percent match with Cavapoo). Here is our comparison of the Norwegian Lundehund vs Cockapoo.
  • Cockalier (80 percent match with Cavapoo). Here is our comparison of the Norwegian Lundehund vs Cockalier.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Norwegian Lundehund

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Norwegian Lundehund that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Norwegian Lundehund:

  • Dalmatian (74 percent match with Norwegian Lundehund). Here is our comparison of the Cavapoo vs Dalmatian.
  • Field Spaniel (74 percent match with Norwegian Lundehund). Here is our comparison of the Cavapoo vs Field Spaniel.
  • Flat-Coated Retriever (74 percent match with Norwegian Lundehund). Here is our comparison of the Cavapoo vs Flat-Coated Retriever.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Cavapoo and how the Norwegian Lundehund compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cavapoo and of the Norwegian Lundehund to other breeds:

    Cavapoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Norwegian Lundehund Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Norwegian Lundehund versus Irish Terrier     Norwegian Lundehund versus Bulldog     Norwegian Lundehund versus Biewer Terrier     Norwegian Lundehund versus Afghan Hound     Norwegian Lundehund versus Lakeland Terrier     Norwegian Lundehund versus Australian Kelpie     Norwegian Lundehund versus Japanese Chin     Norwegian Lundehund versus Bluetick Coonhound     Norwegian Lundehund versus Toy Fox Terrier     Norwegian Lundehund versus Chow Chow     Norwegian Lundehund versus Dachshund     Norwegian Lundehund versus Japanese Spitz     Norwegian Lundehund versus American Eskimo Dog     Norwegian Lundehund versus Pomchi     Norwegian Lundehund versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Norwegian Lundehund versus Manchester Terrier     Norwegian Lundehund versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Norwegian Lundehund versus Japanese Chin     Norwegian Lundehund versus Weimaraner     Norwegian Lundehund versus Irish Terrier     Norwegian Lundehund versus Papipoo     Norwegian Lundehund versus Lowchen     Norwegian Lundehund versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Norwegian Lundehund versus Biewer Terrier     Norwegian Lundehund versus Australian Terrier     

    Conclusion: Cavapoo versus Norwegian Lundehund. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Cavapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund better suits you and your family.