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- Lancashire Heeler Versus Norwegian Buhund: Introduction
- Lancashire Heeler versus Norwegian Buhund: Overview
- Lancashire Heeler versus Norwegian Buhund: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Lancashire Heeler and the Norwegian Buhund
- Size (Weight and Height) of Lancashire Heeler versus Norwegian Buhund
- Lifespan of Lancashire Heeler versus Norwegian Buhund
- Adopting the Lancashire Heeler versus Adopting the Norwegian Buhund
- Health Problems of Lancashire Heeler versus Health Problems of Norwegian Buhund
- Tolerates Being Alone: Lancashire Heeler versus Norwegian Buhund
- Do Lancashire Heelers shed more than Norwegian Buhunds?
- Which one drools more, the Lancashire Heeler or the Norwegian Buhund
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Lancashire Heeler or the Norwegian Buhund?
- Does the Lancashire Heeler Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norwegian Buhund?
- Do Lancashire Heelers Bark and Howl? What about Norwegian Buhunds?
- Can Lancashire Heelers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norwegian Buhunds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Lancashire Heeler vs. Norwegian Buhund
- Can Lancashire Heelers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norwegian Buhunds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Lancashire Heeler or the Norwegian Buhund?
- Are Lancashire Heelers good family dogs? What about Norwegian Buhunds?
- How Kid-friendly are Lancashire Heelers and Norwegian Buhunds?
- Is the Lancashire Heeler Easier to Train than the Norwegian Buhund?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lancashire Heeler
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Norwegian Buhund
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Lancashire Heeler versus Norwegian Buhund. Which One is a Better Pet?
Lancashire Heeler Versus Norwegian Buhund: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Lancashire Heeler and the Norwegian Buhund? 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 Lancashire Heeler and the Norwegian Buhund 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 Lancashire Heeler and the Norwegian Buhund.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Lancashire Heeler and the Norwegian Buhund 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 Lancashire Heeler and for the Norwegian Buhund. 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 Lancashire Heeler and the Norwegian Buhund.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Lancashire Heeler or the Norwegian Buhund.
Lancashire Heeler versus Norwegian Buhund: Overview
A very important difference between the Lancashire Heeler and the Norwegian Buhund is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Lancashire Heeler is a tiny-sized dog while the Norwegian Buhund is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Lancashire Heeler and the Norwegian Buhund are Herding Dogs. This means both the Lancashire Heeler and the Norwegian Buhund were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
Lancashire Heeler versus Norwegian Buhund: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Lancashire Heeler to the Norwegian Buhund 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 Lancashire Heeler and the Norwegian Buhund
| Factor | Lancashire Heeler | Norwegian Buhund |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder | 16 to 18 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 13 to 15 pounds | 26 to 40 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 9 to 14 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Average Lifespan | 11.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $200 | No Data |
| Price Range | $200 – $200 | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Lancashire Heeler 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 Buhund. 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 Lancashire Heeler is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Norwegian Buhund is 81 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Norwegian Buhund is a better pet than the Lancashire Heeler. So, you should get the Norwegian Buhund!
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 Lancashire Heeler and the Norwegian Buhund so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Lancashire Heeler and the Norwegian Buhund
The Lancashire Heeler and the Norwegian Buhund are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Lancashire Heeler and the Norwegian Buhund are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Lancashire Heeler versus Norwegian Buhund
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Lancashire Heeler and the Norwegian Buhund.
Lancashire Heelers weigh 13 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Lancashire Heelers are 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Norwegian Buhunds weigh 26 to 40 pounds when fully grown. Norwegian Buhunds are 16 to 18 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Lancashire Heeler versus Norwegian Buhund
The lifespan of Lancashire Heelers is between 9 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Lancashire Heelers is 11.5 years.
The lifespan of Norwegian Buhunds is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Norwegian Buhunds is 13.5 years.
Norwegian Buhunds live longer than Lancashire Heelers.
Adopting the Lancashire Heeler versus Adopting the Norwegian Buhund
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Lancashire Heelers and many Norwegian Buhunds are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Lancashire Heeler named Badger that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Lancashire Heelers like Badger on pefinder.com.
Also, like Lancashire Heelers, Norwegian Buhunds are also available for adoption. For example, Odie is a Male Norwegian Buhund that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Norwegian Buhunds like Odie that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Harvey is the name of another Lancashire Heeler (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
You can find more Lancashire Heelers and Norwegian Buhunds that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Health Problems of Lancashire Heeler versus Health Problems of Norwegian Buhund
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 Lancashire Heeler and the Norwegian Buhund 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 Buhund is prone to the same number of genetic health problems as the Lancashire Heeler.
3 health tests are recommended for Lancashire Heeler while 3 tests are recommended for the Norwegian Buhund.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Lancashire Heelers and in Norwegian Buhunds.
Lancashire Heeler Health Problems
Lancashire Heelers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Lancashire Heeler 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 Lancashire Heeler puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Lancashire Heeler 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 Lancashire Heelers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Lancashire Heelers here.
Norwegian Buhund Health Problems
Norwegian Buhunds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Norwegian Buhund 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 Buhund puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Norwegian Buhund 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 Buhunds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Norwegian Buhunds here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Lancashire Heeler versus Norwegian Buhund
Lancashire Heelers can be left alone only for a short time.
Norwegian Buhunds can be left alone for some time without problems.
Do Lancashire Heelers shed more than Norwegian Buhunds?
Lancashire Heelers shed moderately.
Norwegian Buhunds shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Lancashire Heeler or the Norwegian Buhund
Lancashire Heelers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Norwegian Buhunds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Lancashire Heeler or the Norwegian Buhund?
Lancashire Heelers are very easy to groom.
Norwegian Buhunds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Lancashire Heeler Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norwegian Buhund?
Lancashire Heelers 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 Buhunds 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 Lancashire Heelers Bark and Howl? What about Norwegian Buhunds?
Lancashire Heelers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Norwegian Buhunds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Lancashire Heelers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norwegian Buhunds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Lancashire Heelers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Norwegian Buhunds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Lancashire Heeler vs. Norwegian Buhund
Lancashire Heelers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Norwegian Buhunds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Lancashire Heelers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norwegian Buhunds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Lancashire Heelers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Norwegian Buhunds cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Lancashire Heeler or the Norwegian Buhund?
Lancashire Heelers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Norwegian Buhunds get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Lancashire Heelers good family dogs? What about Norwegian Buhunds?
Lancashire Heelers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Norwegian Buhunds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Lancashire Heelers and Norwegian Buhunds?
Lancashire Heelers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Norwegian Buhunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Lancashire Heeler Easier to Train than the Norwegian Buhund?
Lancashire Heelers are fairly easy to train.
Norwegian Buhunds are very easy to train.
Is the Lancashire Heeler Better for Apartment Owners than the Norwegian Buhund?
Lancashire Heelers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Norwegian Buhunds adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Lancashire Heeler or the Norwegian Buhund?
Lancashire Heelers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Norwegian Buhunds are OK for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lancashire Heeler
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Lancashire Heeler 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 Lancashire Heeler:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Norwegian Buhund
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Norwegian Buhund 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 Buhund:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Lancashire Heeler and how the Norwegian Buhund compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Lancashire Heeler and of the Norwegian Buhund to other breeds:
Lancashire Heeler Versus Other Dog Breeds
Lancashire Heeler versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Lancashire Heeler versus Saint Berdoodle Lancashire Heeler versus Pharaoh Hound Lancashire Heeler versus Mountain Cur Lancashire Heeler versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Lancashire Heeler versus Berger Picard Lancashire Heeler versus Swedish Vallhund Lancashire Heeler versus Cockapoo Lancashire Heeler versus Komondor Lancashire Heeler versus Ibizan Hound Lancashire Heeler versus German Pinscher Lancashire Heeler versus Valley Bulldog Lancashire Heeler versus Miniature Poodle Lancashire Heeler versus Scottish Terrier Lancashire Heeler versus Papipoo Lancashire Heeler versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Lancashire Heeler versus Icelandic Sheepdog Lancashire Heeler versus Braque du Bourbonnais Lancashire Heeler versus American Pit Bull Terrier Lancashire Heeler versus Labradoodle Lancashire Heeler versus German Shepherd Dog Lancashire Heeler versus Plott Lancashire Heeler versus Finnish Spitz Lancashire Heeler versus Japanese Chin Lancashire Heeler versus Shichon
Norwegian Buhund Versus Other Dog Breeds
Norwegian Buhund versus Giant Schnauzer Norwegian Buhund versus Keeshond Norwegian Buhund versus Schipperke Norwegian Buhund versus Collie Norwegian Buhund versus Pomchi Norwegian Buhund versus Peek A Poo Norwegian Buhund versus Portuguese Water Dog Norwegian Buhund versus Silky Terrier Norwegian Buhund versus Mudi Norwegian Buhund versus Akbash Norwegian Buhund versus Golden Cocker Retriever Norwegian Buhund versus Bluetick Coonhound Norwegian Buhund versus Black and Tan Coonhound Norwegian Buhund versus Gordon Setter Norwegian Buhund versus Kooikerhondje Norwegian Buhund versus Flat-Coated Retriever Norwegian Buhund versus Chinese Shar-Pei Norwegian Buhund versus French Bulldog Norwegian Buhund versus Neapolitan Mastiff Norwegian Buhund versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Norwegian Buhund versus Boxerdoodle Norwegian Buhund versus Boerboel Norwegian Buhund versus Silky Terrier Norwegian Buhund versus Belgian Tervuren Norwegian Buhund versus Irish Terrier
Conclusion: Lancashire Heeler versus Norwegian Buhund. 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 Lancashire Heeler and the Norwegian Buhund better suits you and your family.