Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Greyhound Versus Norwegian Lundehund: Introduction
- Greyhound versus Norwegian Lundehund: Overview
- Greyhound versus Norwegian Lundehund: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Greyhound and the Norwegian Lundehund
- The Similarities Between the Greyhound and the Norwegian Lundehund
- Size (Weight and Height) of Greyhound versus Norwegian Lundehund
- Lifespan of Greyhound versus Norwegian Lundehund
- The Popularity of Greyhound versus Popularity of Norwegian Lundehund
- Health Problems of Greyhound versus Health Problems of Norwegian Lundehund
- Tolerates Being Alone: Greyhound versus Norwegian Lundehund
- Do Greyhounds shed more than Norwegian Lundehunds?
- Which one drools more, the Greyhound or the Norwegian Lundehund
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Greyhound or the Norwegian Lundehund?
- Does the Greyhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norwegian Lundehund?
- Do Greyhounds Bark and Howl? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?
- Can Greyhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Greyhound vs. Norwegian Lundehund
- Can Greyhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Greyhound or the Norwegian Lundehund?
- Are Greyhounds good family dogs? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?
- How Kid-friendly are Greyhounds and Norwegian Lundehunds?
- Is the Greyhound Easier to Train than the Norwegian Lundehund?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Greyhound
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Norwegian Lundehund
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Greyhound versus Norwegian Lundehund. Which One is a Better Pet?
Greyhound Versus Norwegian Lundehund: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Greyhound 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 Greyhound 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 Greyhound and the Norwegian Lundehund.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Greyhound 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 Greyhound 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 Greyhound 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 Greyhound or the Norwegian Lundehund.
Greyhound versus Norwegian Lundehund: Overview
A very important difference between the Greyhound and the Norwegian Lundehund is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Greyhound is a large-sized dog while the Norwegian Lundehund is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Greyhound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
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.
Greyhound versus Norwegian Lundehund: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Greyhound 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 Greyhound and the Norwegian Lundehund
| Factor | Greyhound | Norwegian Lundehund |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 2 feet, 1 inch to 2 feet, 6 inches tall at the sho | 1 foot to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 50 to 85 pounds | 13 to 16 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $660 | No Data |
| Price Range | $500 – $800 | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 149 | 187 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Greyhound 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 Greyhound is 73 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 Greyhound. 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 Greyhound 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 Greyhound and the Norwegian Lundehund
Below is a list of where the Greyhound and the Norwegian Lundehund are most different:
The Similarities Between the Greyhound and the Norwegian Lundehund
The Greyhound and the Norwegian Lundehund are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Greyhound and the Norwegian Lundehund are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Greyhound versus Norwegian Lundehund
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Greyhound and the Norwegian Lundehund.
Greyhounds weigh 50 to 85 pounds when fully grown. Greyhounds are 2 feet, 1 inch to 2 feet, 6 inches tall at the sho 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 Greyhound versus Norwegian Lundehund
The lifespan of Greyhounds is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Greyhounds 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.
Greyhounds live longer than Norwegian Lundehunds.
The Popularity of Greyhound versus Popularity of Norwegian Lundehund
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Greyhound and the Norwegian Lundehund over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Greyhound is more popular with dog owners than the Norwegian Lundehund. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Greyhound is 149 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Norwegian Lundehund is 187 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Greyhound
Popularity of Norwegian Lundehund
| Year | Greyhound Popularity Rank | Norwegian Lundehund Popularity Rank |
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| 2013 | 148 | 175 |
| 2014 | 147 | 184 |
| 2015 | 147 | 182 |
| 2016 | 151 | 188 |
| 2017 | 156 | 190 |
| 2018 | 145 | 191 |
| 2019 | 162 | 192 |
| 2020 | 142 | 195 |
Health Problems of Greyhound versus Health Problems of Norwegian Lundehund
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Greyhound and the Norwegian Lundehund are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Norwegian Lundehund is prone to more genetic health problems than the Greyhound.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Norwegian Lundehund than for the Greyhound.
2 health tests are recommended for Greyhound while 3 tests are recommended for the Norwegian Lundehund.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Greyhounds and in Norwegian Lundehunds.
Greyhound Health Problems
Greyhounds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Greyhound puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Greyhound puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Greyhound breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Greyhounds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Greyhounds here.
Norwegian Lundehund Health Problems
Norwegian Lundehunds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Norwegian Lundehund puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Norwegian Lundehund puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Norwegian Lundehund breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Norwegian Lundehunds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Norwegian Lundehunds here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Greyhound versus Norwegian Lundehund
Greyhounds do not like to be left alone.
Norwegian Lundehunds do not like to be left alone.
Do Greyhounds shed more than Norwegian Lundehunds?
Greyhounds 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 Greyhound or the Norwegian Lundehund
Greyhounds have a very high tendency to drool.
Norwegian Lundehunds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Greyhound or the Norwegian Lundehund?
Greyhounds are very easy to groom.
Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to groom.
Does the Greyhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norwegian Lundehund?
Greyhounds have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not 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 Greyhounds Bark and Howl? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?
Greyhounds 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 Greyhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Greyhounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Norwegian Lundehunds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Greyhound vs. Norwegian Lundehund
Greyhounds 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 Greyhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Greyhounds 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 Greyhound or the Norwegian Lundehund?
Greyhounds get along very well with other dogs.
Norwegian Lundehunds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Greyhounds good family dogs? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?
Greyhounds 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 Greyhounds and Norwegian Lundehunds?
Greyhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Norwegian Lundehunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Greyhound Easier to Train than the Norwegian Lundehund?
Greyhounds are very easy to train.
Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to train.
Is the Greyhound Better for Apartment Owners than the Norwegian Lundehund?
Greyhounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Norwegian Lundehunds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Greyhound or the Norwegian Lundehund?
Greyhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Norwegian Lundehunds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Greyhound
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Greyhound 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 Greyhound:
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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Greyhound and how the Norwegian Lundehund compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Greyhound and of the Norwegian Lundehund to other breeds:
Greyhound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Greyhound versus Pointer Greyhound versus English Setter Greyhound versus Sheepadoodle Greyhound versus Irish Wolfhound Greyhound versus Xoloitzcuintli Greyhound versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Greyhound versus Keeshond Greyhound versus Irish Terrier Greyhound versus Affenpinscher Greyhound versus Fila Brasileiro Greyhound versus Havanese Greyhound versus Harrier Greyhound versus Finnish Spitz Greyhound versus Miniature Pinscher Greyhound versus Pointer Greyhound versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Greyhound versus Cockapoo Greyhound versus Goldador Greyhound versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Greyhound versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Greyhound versus Goldendoodle Greyhound versus Dalmatian Greyhound versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Greyhound versus Brittany Greyhound versus Belgian Sheepdog
Norwegian Lundehund Versus Other Dog Breeds
Norwegian Lundehund versus Irish Setter Norwegian Lundehund versus Portuguese Pointer Norwegian Lundehund versus Bearded Collie Norwegian Lundehund versus Black Mouth Cur Norwegian Lundehund versus Miniature Pinscher Norwegian Lundehund versus Estrela Mountain Dog Norwegian Lundehund versus Boerboel Norwegian Lundehund versus Yorkshire Terrier Norwegian Lundehund versus Miniature Schnauzer Norwegian Lundehund versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Norwegian Lundehund versus Pyrenean Mastiff Norwegian Lundehund versus Bearded Collie Norwegian Lundehund versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Norwegian Lundehund versus Komondor Norwegian Lundehund versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Norwegian Lundehund versus Doberman Pinscher Norwegian Lundehund versus Pomchi Norwegian Lundehund versus Scottish Deerhound Norwegian Lundehund versus Komondor Norwegian Lundehund versus English Cocker Spaniel Norwegian Lundehund versus Goldendoodle Norwegian Lundehund versus Black Russian Terrier Norwegian Lundehund versus Akbash Norwegian Lundehund versus Brittany Norwegian Lundehund versus Tibetan Spaniel
Conclusion: Greyhound 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 Greyhound and the Norwegian Lundehund better suits you and your family.