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- Japanese Spitz Versus Norwegian Lundehund: Introduction
- Japanese Spitz versus Norwegian Lundehund: Overview
- Japanese Spitz versus Norwegian Lundehund: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Japanese Spitz and the Norwegian Lundehund
- The Similarities Between the Japanese Spitz and the Norwegian Lundehund
- Size (Weight and Height) of Japanese Spitz versus Norwegian Lundehund
- Lifespan of Japanese Spitz versus Norwegian Lundehund
- Tolerates Being Alone: Japanese Spitz versus Norwegian Lundehund
- Do Japanese Spitzs shed more than Norwegian Lundehunds?
- Which one drools more, the Japanese Spitz or the Norwegian Lundehund
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Japanese Spitz or the Norwegian Lundehund?
- Does the Japanese Spitz Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norwegian Lundehund?
- Do Japanese Spitzs Bark and Howl? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?
- Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Japanese Spitz vs. Norwegian Lundehund
- Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Japanese Spitz or the Norwegian Lundehund?
- Are Japanese Spitzs good family dogs? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?
- How Kid-friendly are Japanese Spitzs and Norwegian Lundehunds?
- Is the Japanese Spitz Easier to Train than the Norwegian Lundehund?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Spitz
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Norwegian Lundehund
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Japanese Spitz versus Norwegian Lundehund. Which One is a Better Pet?
Japanese Spitz Versus Norwegian Lundehund: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Japanese Spitz 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 Japanese Spitz 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 Japanese Spitz and the Norwegian Lundehund.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Japanese Spitz 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 Japanese Spitz 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 Japanese Spitz 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 Japanese Spitz or the Norwegian Lundehund.
Japanese Spitz versus Norwegian Lundehund: Overview
A very important difference between the Japanese Spitz and the Norwegian Lundehund is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Japanese Spitz is a small-sized dog while the Norwegian Lundehund is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Japanese Spitz belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
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.
Japanese Spitz versus Norwegian Lundehund: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Japanese Spitz 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 Japanese Spitz and the Norwegian Lundehund
| Factor | Japanese Spitz | Norwegian Lundehund |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 10 to 16 inches | 1 foot to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 10 to 16 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Weight | 11 to 20 pounds | 13 to 16 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $1600 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2000 | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Japanese Spitz 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 Japanese Spitz is 90 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Norwegian Lundehund is 83 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Japanese Spitz is a better pet than the Norwegian Lundehund. So, you should get the Japanese Spitz!
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 Japanese Spitz 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 Japanese Spitz and the Norwegian Lundehund
Below is a list of where the Japanese Spitz and the Norwegian Lundehund are most different:
The Similarities Between the Japanese Spitz and the Norwegian Lundehund
The Japanese Spitz and the Norwegian Lundehund are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Japanese Spitz and the Norwegian Lundehund are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Japanese Spitz versus Norwegian Lundehund
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Japanese Spitz and the Norwegian Lundehund.
Japanese Spitzs weigh 11 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Japanese Spitzs are 10 to 16 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 Japanese Spitz versus Norwegian Lundehund
The lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is between 10 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of Norwegian Lundehunds is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Norwegian Lundehunds is 11.0 years.
Japanese Spitzs live longer than Norwegian Lundehunds.
Tolerates Being Alone: Japanese Spitz versus Norwegian Lundehund
Japanese Spitzs do not like to be left alone.
Norwegian Lundehunds do not like to be left alone.
Do Japanese Spitzs shed more than Norwegian Lundehunds?
Japanese Spitzs shed moderately.
Norwegian Lundehunds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Japanese Spitz or the Norwegian Lundehund
Japanese Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Norwegian Lundehunds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Japanese Spitz or the Norwegian Lundehund?
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to groom.
Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to groom.
Does the Japanese Spitz Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norwegian Lundehund?
Japanese Spitzs 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 Japanese Spitzs Bark and Howl? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?
Japanese Spitzs 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 Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Japanese Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Norwegian Lundehunds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Japanese Spitz vs. Norwegian Lundehund
Japanese Spitzs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Norwegian Lundehunds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Japanese Spitzs 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 Japanese Spitz or the Norwegian Lundehund?
Japanese Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.
Norwegian Lundehunds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Japanese Spitzs good family dogs? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?
Japanese Spitzs 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 Japanese Spitzs and Norwegian Lundehunds?
Japanese Spitzs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Norwegian Lundehunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Japanese Spitz Easier to Train than the Norwegian Lundehund?
Japanese Spitzs are very easy to train.
Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to train.
Is the Japanese Spitz Better for Apartment Owners than the Norwegian Lundehund?
Japanese Spitzs adapt very well to apartment living.
Norwegian Lundehunds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Japanese Spitz or the Norwegian Lundehund?
Japanese Spitzs 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 Japanese Spitz
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Japanese Spitz 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 Japanese Spitz:
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 Japanese Spitz and how the Norwegian Lundehund compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Japanese Spitz and of the Norwegian Lundehund to other breeds:
Japanese Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds
Japanese Spitz versus Whoodle Japanese Spitz versus Finnish Spitz Japanese Spitz versus Puli Japanese Spitz versus Beagle Japanese Spitz versus Japanese Chin Japanese Spitz versus Mal Shi Japanese Spitz versus Bichon Frise Japanese Spitz versus Airedale Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Airedale Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Saint Bernard Japanese Spitz versus Barbet Japanese Spitz versus Gordon Setter Japanese Spitz versus Westiepoo Japanese Spitz versus Bich Poo Japanese Spitz versus Miniature Schnauzer Japanese Spitz versus Frenchton Japanese Spitz versus Frenchton Japanese Spitz versus Afador Japanese Spitz versus Golden Cocker Retriever Japanese Spitz versus Shiba Inu Japanese Spitz versus Toy Fox Terrier Japanese Spitz versus Irish Setter Japanese Spitz versus English Cocker Spaniel Japanese Spitz versus Whoodle Japanese Spitz versus Vizsla
Norwegian Lundehund Versus Other Dog Breeds
Norwegian Lundehund versus Cocker Spaniel Norwegian Lundehund versus Yorkipoo Norwegian Lundehund versus Cavapoo Norwegian Lundehund versus Border Terrier Norwegian Lundehund versus Akita Chow Norwegian Lundehund versus Finnish Lapphund Norwegian Lundehund versus Bich Poo Norwegian Lundehund versus Golden Retriever Norwegian Lundehund versus Japanese Spitz Norwegian Lundehund versus Maltese Norwegian Lundehund versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Norwegian Lundehund versus Boxerdoodle Norwegian Lundehund versus Saint Berdoodle Norwegian Lundehund versus Lagotto Romagnolo Norwegian Lundehund versus Portuguese Pointer Norwegian Lundehund versus Cockalier Norwegian Lundehund versus Pomchi Norwegian Lundehund versus Spinone Italiano Norwegian Lundehund versus Shichon Norwegian Lundehund versus Portuguese Water Dog Norwegian Lundehund versus Cane Corso Norwegian Lundehund versus Peek A Poo Norwegian Lundehund versus Cockalier Norwegian Lundehund versus Neapolitan Mastiff Norwegian Lundehund versus Puggle
Conclusion: Japanese Spitz 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 Japanese Spitz and the Norwegian Lundehund better suits you and your family.