Which is Better between the Cockapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund? A Very Detailed Review.

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Cockapoo Versus Norwegian Lundehund: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cockapoo 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 Cockapoo 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 Cockapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cockapoo 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 Cockapoo 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 Cockapoo 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 Cockapoo or the Norwegian Lundehund.

Cockapoo versus Norwegian Lundehund: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Cockapoo belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

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.

Cockapoo versus Norwegian Lundehund: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cockapoo 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 Cockapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund

Factor Cockapoo Norwegian Lundehund
Does NOT Shed 5/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
General Health 2/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 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
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Height From under 10 to over 15 inches tall at the should 1 foot to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight From under 6 to over 19 pounds 13 to 16 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1980 No Data
Price Range $1500 – $2400 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 Cockapoo 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 Cockapoo is 94 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Norwegian Lundehund is 83 out of 125.

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

    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 Cockapoo 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 Cockapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund

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

  • Cockapoos 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.
  • Cockapoos adapt well to apartment living. However, Norwegian Lundehunds do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Cockapoos are good for new dog owners. However, Norwegian Lundehunds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • The Similarities Between the Cockapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund

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

  • Both the Cockapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund have the tendency to develop certain health problems.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund are very easy to train.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Cockapoo versus Norwegian Lundehund

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

    Cockapoos weigh From under 6 to over 19 pounds when fully grown. Cockapoos are From under 10 to over 15 inches tall at the should 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 Cockapoo versus Norwegian Lundehund

    The lifespan of Cockapoos is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Cockapoos 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.

    Cockapoos live longer than Norwegian Lundehunds.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cockapoo versus Norwegian Lundehund

    Cockapoos can be left alone only for a short time.

    Norwegian Lundehunds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Cockapoos shed more than Norwegian Lundehunds?

    Cockapoos 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 Cockapoo or the Norwegian Lundehund

    Cockapoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Norwegian Lundehunds do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Cockapoos are moderately easy to groom.

    Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to groom.

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

    Cockapoos 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 Cockapoos Bark and Howl? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?

    Cockapoos 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 Cockapoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cockapoos can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Norwegian Lundehunds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cockapoo vs. Norwegian Lundehund

    Cockapoos 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 Cockapoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Cockapoos can tolerate hot weather.

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

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

    Cockapoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Norwegian Lundehunds get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Cockapoos good family dogs? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?

    Cockapoos 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 Cockapoos and Norwegian Lundehunds?

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

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

    Is the Cockapoo Easier to Train than the Norwegian Lundehund?

    Cockapoos are very easy to train.

    Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to train.

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

    Cockapoos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Norwegian Lundehunds do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Cockapoos are very good for new dog owners.

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

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cockapoo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cockapoo 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 Cockapoo:

  • Cavapoo (81 percent match with Cockapoo). Here is our comparison of the Norwegian Lundehund vs Cavapoo.
  • Havanese (78 percent match with Cockapoo). Here is our comparison of the Norwegian Lundehund vs Havanese.
  • 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 Cockapoo vs Dalmatian.
  • Field Spaniel (74 percent match with Norwegian Lundehund). Here is our comparison of the Cockapoo vs Field Spaniel.
  • Flat-Coated Retriever (74 percent match with Norwegian Lundehund). Here is our comparison of the Cockapoo vs Flat-Coated Retriever.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Cockapoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Norwegian Lundehund Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Cockapoo 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 Cockapoo and the Norwegian Lundehund better suits you and your family.