Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Irish Terrier Versus Norwegian Lundehund: Introduction
- Irish Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund: Overview
- Irish Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Irish Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund
- The Similarities Between the Irish Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund
- Size (Weight and Height) of Irish Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund
- Lifespan of Irish Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund
- The Popularity of Irish Terrier versus Popularity of Norwegian Lundehund
- Tolerates Being Alone: Irish Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund
- Do Irish Terriers shed more than Norwegian Lundehunds?
- Which one drools more, the Irish Terrier or the Norwegian Lundehund
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Irish Terrier or the Norwegian Lundehund?
- Does the Irish Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norwegian Lundehund?
- Do Irish Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?
- Can Irish Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Irish Terrier vs. Norwegian Lundehund
- Can Irish Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Irish Terrier or the Norwegian Lundehund?
- Are Irish Terriers good family dogs? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?
- How Kid-friendly are Irish Terriers and Norwegian Lundehunds?
- Is the Irish Terrier Easier to Train than the Norwegian Lundehund?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Irish Terrier
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Norwegian Lundehund
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Irish Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund. Which One is a Better Pet?
Irish Terrier Versus Norwegian Lundehund: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Irish Terrier 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 Irish Terrier 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 Irish Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Irish Terrier 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 Irish Terrier 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 Irish Terrier 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 Irish Terrier or the Norwegian Lundehund.
Irish Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund: Overview
Both the Irish Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund are similar in size. The Irish Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund are both medium-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Irish Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
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.
Irish Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Irish Terrier 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 Irish Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund
| Factor | Irish Terrier | Norwegian Lundehund |
|---|---|---|
| Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 16 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Height | 18 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder | 1 foot to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 25 to 27 pounds | 13 to 16 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 14.0 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $1280 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1000 – $1500 | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 118 | 187 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Irish Terrier 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 Irish Terrier is 78 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 Irish Terrier. 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 Irish Terrier 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 Irish Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund
Below is a list of where the Irish Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund are most different:
The Similarities Between the Irish Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund
The Irish Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Irish Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Irish Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Irish Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund.
Irish Terriers weigh 25 to 27 pounds when fully grown. Irish Terriers are 18 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder 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 Irish Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund
The lifespan of Irish Terriers is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Irish Terriers is 14.0 years.
The lifespan of Norwegian Lundehunds is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Norwegian Lundehunds is 11.0 years.
Irish Terriers live longer than Norwegian Lundehunds.
The Popularity of Irish Terrier 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 Irish Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Irish Terrier is more popular with dog owners than the Norwegian Lundehund. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Irish Terrier is 118 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Norwegian Lundehund is 187 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Irish Terrier
Popularity of Norwegian Lundehund
| Year | Irish Terrier Popularity Rank | Norwegian Lundehund Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 123 | 175 |
| 2014 | 125 | 184 |
| 2015 | 113 | 182 |
| 2016 | 115 | 188 |
| 2017 | 114 | 190 |
| 2018 | 116 | 191 |
| 2019 | 119 | 192 |
| 2020 | 120 | 195 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Irish Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund
Irish Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Norwegian Lundehunds do not like to be left alone.
Do Irish Terriers shed more than Norwegian Lundehunds?
Irish Terriers 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 Irish Terrier or the Norwegian Lundehund
Irish Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Norwegian Lundehunds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Irish Terrier or the Norwegian Lundehund?
Irish Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to groom.
Does the Irish Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norwegian Lundehund?
Irish Terriers 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 Irish Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?
Irish Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Norwegian Lundehunds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Irish Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Irish Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Norwegian Lundehunds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Irish Terrier vs. Norwegian Lundehund
Irish Terriers 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 Irish Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Irish Terriers 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 Irish Terrier or the Norwegian Lundehund?
Irish Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.
Norwegian Lundehunds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Irish Terriers good family dogs? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?
Irish Terriers 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 Irish Terriers and Norwegian Lundehunds?
Irish Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Norwegian Lundehunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Irish Terrier Easier to Train than the Norwegian Lundehund?
Irish Terriers are not easy to train.
Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to train.
Is the Irish Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Norwegian Lundehund?
Irish Terriers adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Norwegian Lundehunds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Irish Terrier or the Norwegian Lundehund?
Irish Terriers 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 Irish Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Irish Terrier 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 Irish Terrier:
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 Irish Terrier and how the Norwegian Lundehund compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Irish Terrier and of the Norwegian Lundehund to other breeds:
Irish Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Norwegian Lundehund Versus Other Dog Breeds
Norwegian Lundehund versus American Eskimo Dog Norwegian Lundehund versus Gordon Setter Norwegian Lundehund versus Fila Brasileiro Norwegian Lundehund versus Sealyham Terrier Norwegian Lundehund versus King Shepherd Norwegian Lundehund versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Norwegian Lundehund versus Papillon Norwegian Lundehund versus Korean Jindo Dog Norwegian Lundehund versus Scottish Terrier Norwegian Lundehund versus Cesky Terrier Norwegian Lundehund versus Golden Retriever Norwegian Lundehund versus Basenji Norwegian Lundehund versus Bordoodle Norwegian Lundehund versus Giant Schnauzer Norwegian Lundehund versus French Bulldog Norwegian Lundehund versus English Cocker Spaniel Norwegian Lundehund versus Toy Poodle Norwegian Lundehund versus Bracco Italiano Norwegian Lundehund versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Norwegian Lundehund versus Bouvier des Flandres Norwegian Lundehund versus Mal Shi Norwegian Lundehund versus Shiloh Shepherd Norwegian Lundehund versus Redbone Coonhound Norwegian Lundehund versus Chinook Norwegian Lundehund versus Afador
Conclusion: Irish Terrier 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 Irish Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund better suits you and your family.