Is the Golden Cocker Retriever Better than the Norwegian Lundehund as a Pet? Answer…

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Golden Cocker Retriever Versus Norwegian Lundehund: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Golden Cocker Retriever 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 Golden Cocker Retriever 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 Golden Cocker Retriever 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 Golden Cocker Retriever or the Norwegian Lundehund.

Golden Cocker Retriever versus Norwegian Lundehund: Overview

Both the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund are similar in size. The Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund are both medium-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Golden Cocker Retriever 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.

Golden Cocker Retriever versus Norwegian Lundehund: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Golden Cocker Retriever 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 Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund

Factor Golden Cocker Retriever Norwegian Lundehund
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Height 20 to 24 inches 1 foot to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the shoulder
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 5/5
Weight 30 to 45 pounds 13 to 16 pounds
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1870 No Data
Price Range $1500 – $2000 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 24 months
  • Patellar Luxation
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Golden Cocker Retriever 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 Golden Cocker Retriever is 80 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Norwegian Lundehund is 83 out of 125.

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

    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 Golden Cocker Retriever 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 Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund

    Below is a list of where the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund are most different:

  • Golden Cocker Retrievers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Norwegian Lundehunds can tolerate cold weather.
  • Golden Cocker Retrievers are good for new dog owners. However, Norwegian Lundehunds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    • The Similarities Between the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund

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

  • Both the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Golden Cocker Retriever 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 Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund are very easy to train.
  • Both the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Golden Cocker Retriever versus Norwegian Lundehund

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund.

    Golden Cocker Retrievers weigh 30 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Golden Cocker Retrievers are 20 to 24 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 Golden Cocker Retriever versus Norwegian Lundehund

    The lifespan of Golden Cocker Retrievers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Golden Cocker Retrievers 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.

    Golden Cocker Retrievers live longer than Norwegian Lundehunds.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Golden Cocker Retriever versus Norwegian Lundehund

    Golden Cocker Retrievers do not like to be left alone.

    Norwegian Lundehunds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Golden Cocker Retrievers shed more than Norwegian Lundehunds?

    Golden Cocker Retrievers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

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

    Which one drools more, the Golden Cocker Retriever or the Norwegian Lundehund

    Golden Cocker Retrievers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Norwegian Lundehunds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Golden Cocker Retriever or the Norwegian Lundehund?

    Golden Cocker Retrievers are very easy to groom.

    Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to groom.

    Does the Golden Cocker Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norwegian Lundehund?

    Golden Cocker Retrievers 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.

    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 Golden Cocker Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?

    Golden Cocker Retrievers bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can Golden Cocker Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Golden Cocker Retrievers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Norwegian Lundehunds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Golden Cocker Retriever vs. Norwegian Lundehund

    Golden Cocker Retrievers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

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

    Can Golden Cocker Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Golden Cocker Retrievers 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 Golden Cocker Retriever or the Norwegian Lundehund?

    Golden Cocker Retrievers get along very well with other dogs.

    Norwegian Lundehunds get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Golden Cocker Retrievers good family dogs? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?

    Golden Cocker Retrievers 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 Golden Cocker Retrievers and Norwegian Lundehunds?

    Golden Cocker Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Golden Cocker Retriever Easier to Train than the Norwegian Lundehund?

    Golden Cocker Retrievers are very easy to train.

    Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to train.

    Is the Golden Cocker Retriever Better for Apartment Owners than the Norwegian Lundehund?

    Golden Cocker Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Norwegian Lundehunds do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Golden Cocker Retriever or the Norwegian Lundehund?

    Golden Cocker Retrievers 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 Golden Cocker Retriever

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Golden Cocker Retriever 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 Golden Cocker Retriever:

  • Dalmatian (80 percent match with Golden Cocker Retriever). Here is our comparison of the Norwegian Lundehund vs Dalmatian.
  • Boxerdoodle (77 percent match with Golden Cocker Retriever). Here is our comparison of the Norwegian Lundehund vs Boxerdoodle.
  • Field Spaniel (79 percent match with Golden Cocker Retriever). Here is our comparison of the Norwegian Lundehund vs Field Spaniel.

    • 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 Golden Cocker Retriever vs Dalmatian.
  • Field Spaniel (74 percent match with Norwegian Lundehund). Here is our comparison of the Golden Cocker Retriever vs Field Spaniel.
  • Flat-Coated Retriever (74 percent match with Norwegian Lundehund). Here is our comparison of the Golden Cocker Retriever vs Flat-Coated Retriever.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Golden Cocker Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Norwegian Lundehund Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Norwegian Lundehund versus Pug     Norwegian Lundehund versus Azawakh     Norwegian Lundehund versus Dalmatian     Norwegian Lundehund versus Norwich Terrier     Norwegian Lundehund versus Swedish Vallhund     Norwegian Lundehund versus Bich Poo     Norwegian Lundehund versus Airedale Terrier     Norwegian Lundehund versus Standard Poodle     Norwegian Lundehund versus Black Russian Terrier     Norwegian Lundehund versus Lakeland Terrier     Norwegian Lundehund versus Whoodle     Norwegian Lundehund versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     Norwegian Lundehund versus Lhasapoo     Norwegian Lundehund versus Patterdale Terrier     Norwegian Lundehund versus Miniature Poodle     Norwegian Lundehund versus Bouvier des Flandres     Norwegian Lundehund versus Shiloh Shepherd     Norwegian Lundehund versus Scottish Deerhound     Norwegian Lundehund versus Tibetan Mastiff     Norwegian Lundehund versus Maremma Sheepdog     Norwegian Lundehund versus Canaan Dog     Norwegian Lundehund versus Chihuahua     Norwegian Lundehund versus Papipoo     Norwegian Lundehund versus Standard Poodle     

    Conclusion: Golden Cocker Retriever 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 Golden Cocker Retriever and the Norwegian Lundehund better suits you and your family.