Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Lowchen Versus Norwegian Lundehund: Introduction
- Lowchen versus Norwegian Lundehund: Overview
- Lowchen versus Norwegian Lundehund: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Lowchen and the Norwegian Lundehund
- The Similarities Between the Lowchen and the Norwegian Lundehund
- Size (Weight and Height) of Lowchen versus Norwegian Lundehund
- Lifespan of Lowchen versus Norwegian Lundehund
- The Popularity of Lowchen versus Popularity of Norwegian Lundehund
- Health Problems of Lowchen versus Health Problems of Norwegian Lundehund
- Tolerates Being Alone: Lowchen versus Norwegian Lundehund
- Do Lowchens shed more than Norwegian Lundehunds?
- Which one drools more, the Lowchen or the Norwegian Lundehund
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Lowchen or the Norwegian Lundehund?
- Does the Lowchen Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norwegian Lundehund?
- Do Lowchens Bark and Howl? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?
- Can Lowchens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Lowchen vs. Norwegian Lundehund
- Can Lowchens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Lowchen or the Norwegian Lundehund?
- Are Lowchens good family dogs? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?
- How Kid-friendly are Lowchens and Norwegian Lundehunds?
- Is the Lowchen Easier to Train than the Norwegian Lundehund?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lowchen
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Norwegian Lundehund
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Lowchen versus Norwegian Lundehund. Which One is a Better Pet?
Lowchen Versus Norwegian Lundehund: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Lowchen 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 Lowchen 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 Lowchen and the Norwegian Lundehund.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Lowchen 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 Lowchen 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 Lowchen 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 Lowchen or the Norwegian Lundehund.
Lowchen versus Norwegian Lundehund: Overview
A very important difference between the Lowchen and the Norwegian Lundehund is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Lowchen is a tiny-sized dog while the Norwegian Lundehund is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Lowchen 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.
Lowchen versus Norwegian Lundehund: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Lowchen 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 Lowchen and the Norwegian Lundehund
| Factor | Lowchen | Norwegian Lundehund |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 12 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder | 1 foot to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 13 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 9 to 18 pounds | 13 to 16 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 14.0 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $2870 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1642 – $4500 | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | ||
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 163 | 187 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Lowchen 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 Lowchen is 85 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Norwegian Lundehund is 83 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Lowchen is a better pet than the Norwegian Lundehund. So, you should get the Lowchen!
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 Lowchen 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 Lowchen and the Norwegian Lundehund
Below is a list of where the Lowchen and the Norwegian Lundehund are most different:
The Similarities Between the Lowchen and the Norwegian Lundehund
The Lowchen and the Norwegian Lundehund are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Lowchen and the Norwegian Lundehund are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Lowchen versus Norwegian Lundehund
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Lowchen and the Norwegian Lundehund.
Lowchens weigh 9 to 18 pounds when fully grown. Lowchens are 12 to 14 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 Lowchen versus Norwegian Lundehund
The lifespan of Lowchens is between 13 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Lowchens 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.
Lowchens live longer than Norwegian Lundehunds.
The Popularity of Lowchen 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 Lowchen and the Norwegian Lundehund over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Lowchen is more popular with dog owners than the Norwegian Lundehund. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Lowchen is 163 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Norwegian Lundehund is 187 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Lowchen
Popularity of Norwegian Lundehund
| Year | Lowchen Popularity Rank | Norwegian Lundehund Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 154 | 175 |
| 2014 | 165 | 184 |
| 2015 | 161 | 182 |
| 2016 | 171 | 188 |
| 2017 | 169 | 190 |
| 2018 | 168 | 191 |
| 2019 | 158 | 192 |
| 2020 | 161 | 195 |
Health Problems of Lowchen 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 Lowchen 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 the same number of genetic health problems as the Lowchen.
3 health tests are recommended for Lowchen while 3 tests are recommended for the Norwegian Lundehund.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Lowchens and in Norwegian Lundehunds.
Lowchen Health Problems
Lowchens are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Lowchen 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 Lowchen puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Lowchen 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 Lowchens for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Lowchens 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: Lowchen versus Norwegian Lundehund
Lowchens do not like to be left alone.
Norwegian Lundehunds do not like to be left alone.
Do Lowchens shed more than Norwegian Lundehunds?
Lowchens shed moderately.
Norwegian Lundehunds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Lowchen or the Norwegian Lundehund
Lowchens do have a very low tendency to drool.
Norwegian Lundehunds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Lowchen or the Norwegian Lundehund?
Lowchens are moderately easy to groom.
Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to groom.
Does the Lowchen Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norwegian Lundehund?
Lowchens 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 Lowchens Bark and Howl? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?
Lowchens 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 Lowchens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Lowchens can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Norwegian Lundehunds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Lowchen vs. Norwegian Lundehund
Lowchens 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 Lowchens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Lowchens 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 Lowchen or the Norwegian Lundehund?
Lowchens get along very well with other dogs.
Norwegian Lundehunds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Lowchens good family dogs? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?
Lowchens 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 Lowchens and Norwegian Lundehunds?
Lowchens get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Norwegian Lundehunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Lowchen Easier to Train than the Norwegian Lundehund?
Lowchens are very easy to train.
Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to train.
Is the Lowchen Better for Apartment Owners than the Norwegian Lundehund?
Lowchens adapt very well to apartment living.
Norwegian Lundehunds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Lowchen or the Norwegian Lundehund?
Lowchens 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 Lowchen
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Lowchen 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 Lowchen:
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 Lowchen and how the Norwegian Lundehund compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Lowchen and of the Norwegian Lundehund to other breeds:
Lowchen Versus Other Dog Breeds
Lowchen versus Bearded Collie Lowchen versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Lowchen versus Tibetan Mastiff Lowchen versus Clumber Spaniel Lowchen versus Australian Shepherd Lowchen versus Saluki Lowchen versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Lowchen versus Mudi Lowchen versus Portuguese Water Dog Lowchen versus Kerry Blue Terrier Lowchen versus Bouvier des Flandres Lowchen versus Icelandic Sheepdog Lowchen versus Pyrenean Mastiff Lowchen versus Bernedoodle Lowchen versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Lowchen versus Peek A Poo Lowchen versus Australian Cattle Dog Lowchen versus Great Pyrenees Lowchen versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Lowchen versus Komondor Lowchen versus Pointer Lowchen versus Manchester Terrier Lowchen versus Newfoundland Lowchen versus Fila Brasileiro Lowchen versus American BulldogNorwegian Lundehund Versus Other Dog Breeds
Norwegian Lundehund versus Cockapoo Norwegian Lundehund versus Finnish Lapphund Norwegian Lundehund versus Airedale Terrier Norwegian Lundehund versus Finnish Lapphund Norwegian Lundehund versus Bouvier des Flandres Norwegian Lundehund versus King Shepherd Norwegian Lundehund versus Skye Terrier Norwegian Lundehund versus Boerboel Norwegian Lundehund versus Skye Terrier Norwegian Lundehund versus Australian Kelpie Norwegian Lundehund versus Kooikerhondje Norwegian Lundehund versus Sheepadoodle Norwegian Lundehund versus Leonberger Norwegian Lundehund versus Portuguese Water Dog Norwegian Lundehund versus Labrador Retriever Norwegian Lundehund versus Portuguese Pointer Norwegian Lundehund versus Coton de Tulear Norwegian Lundehund versus Pomeranian Norwegian Lundehund versus Shetland Sheepdog Norwegian Lundehund versus Giant Schnauzer Norwegian Lundehund versus Irish Water Spaniel Norwegian Lundehund versus Beaglier Norwegian Lundehund versus Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Lundehund versus Airedale Terrier Norwegian Lundehund versus Wirehaired Pointing GriffonConclusion: Lowchen 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 Lowchen and the Norwegian Lundehund better suits you and your family.