Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Maltipoo Versus Norwegian Buhund: Introduction
- Maltipoo versus Norwegian Buhund: Overview
- Maltipoo versus Norwegian Buhund: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Maltipoo and the Norwegian Buhund
- The Similarities Between the Maltipoo and the Norwegian Buhund
- Size (Weight and Height) of Maltipoo versus Norwegian Buhund
- Lifespan of Maltipoo versus Norwegian Buhund
- Adopting the Maltipoo versus Adopting the Norwegian Buhund
- Tolerates Being Alone: Maltipoo versus Norwegian Buhund
- Do Maltipoos shed more than Norwegian Buhunds?
- Which one drools more, the Maltipoo or the Norwegian Buhund
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Maltipoo or the Norwegian Buhund?
- Does the Maltipoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norwegian Buhund?
- Do Maltipoos Bark and Howl? What about Norwegian Buhunds?
- Can Maltipoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norwegian Buhunds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Maltipoo vs. Norwegian Buhund
- Can Maltipoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norwegian Buhunds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Maltipoo or the Norwegian Buhund?
- Are Maltipoos good family dogs? What about Norwegian Buhunds?
- How Kid-friendly are Maltipoos and Norwegian Buhunds?
- Is the Maltipoo Easier to Train than the Norwegian Buhund?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Maltipoo
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Norwegian Buhund
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Maltipoo versus Norwegian Buhund. Which One is a Better Pet?
Maltipoo Versus Norwegian Buhund: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Maltipoo 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 Maltipoo 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 Maltipoo and the Norwegian Buhund.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Maltipoo 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 Maltipoo 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 Maltipoo 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 Maltipoo or the Norwegian Buhund.
Maltipoo versus Norwegian Buhund: Overview
A very important difference between the Maltipoo and the Norwegian Buhund is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Maltipoo is a small-sized dog while the Norwegian Buhund is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Maltipoo belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
On the other hand, the Norwegian Buhund belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs 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.
Maltipoo versus Norwegian Buhund: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Maltipoo 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 Maltipoo and the Norwegian Buhund
| Factor | Maltipoo | Norwegian Buhund |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 13 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 5 to 20 pounds | 26 to 40 pounds |
| Height | 8 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder | 16 to 18 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Average Lifespan | 11.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $2020 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2500 | 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 Maltipoo 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 Maltipoo is 86 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Norwegian Buhund is 81 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Maltipoo is a better pet than the Norwegian Buhund. So, you should get the Maltipoo!
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 Maltipoo and the Norwegian Buhund so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Maltipoo and the Norwegian Buhund
Below is a list of where the Maltipoo and the Norwegian Buhund are most different:
The Similarities Between the Maltipoo and the Norwegian Buhund
The Maltipoo and the Norwegian Buhund are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Maltipoo and the Norwegian Buhund are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Maltipoo versus Norwegian Buhund
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Maltipoo and the Norwegian Buhund.
Maltipoos weigh 5 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Maltipoos are 8 to 14 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 Maltipoo versus Norwegian Buhund
The lifespan of Maltipoos is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Maltipoos 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 Maltipoos.
Adopting the Maltipoo versus Adopting the Norwegian Buhund
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Maltipoos 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 Maltipoo named Buddy that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Maltipoos like Buddy on pefinder.com.
Also, like Maltipoos, 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.
Mr. Grumpypants is the name of another Maltipoo (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
You can find more Maltipoos and Norwegian Buhunds that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Maltipoo versus Norwegian Buhund
Maltipoos do not like to be left alone.
Norwegian Buhunds can be left alone for some time without problems.
Do Maltipoos shed more than Norwegian Buhunds?
Maltipoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Norwegian Buhunds shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Maltipoo or the Norwegian Buhund
Maltipoos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Norwegian Buhunds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Maltipoo or the Norwegian Buhund?
Maltipoos are moderately easy to groom.
Norwegian Buhunds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Maltipoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norwegian Buhund?
Maltipoos 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 Maltipoos Bark and Howl? What about Norwegian Buhunds?
Maltipoos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Norwegian Buhunds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Maltipoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norwegian Buhunds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Maltipoos cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Norwegian Buhunds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Maltipoo vs. Norwegian Buhund
Maltipoos 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 Maltipoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norwegian Buhunds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Maltipoos 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 Maltipoo or the Norwegian Buhund?
Maltipoos get along very well with other dogs.
Norwegian Buhunds get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Maltipoos good family dogs? What about Norwegian Buhunds?
Maltipoos 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 Maltipoos and Norwegian Buhunds?
Maltipoos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Norwegian Buhunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Maltipoo Easier to Train than the Norwegian Buhund?
Maltipoos are very easy to train.
Norwegian Buhunds are very easy to train.
Is the Maltipoo Better for Apartment Owners than the Norwegian Buhund?
Maltipoos adapt very well to apartment living.
Norwegian Buhunds adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Maltipoo or the Norwegian Buhund?
Maltipoos are very good for new dog owners.
Norwegian Buhunds are OK for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Maltipoo
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Maltipoo 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 Maltipoo:
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 Maltipoo and how the Norwegian Buhund compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Maltipoo and of the Norwegian Buhund to other breeds:
Maltipoo Versus Other Dog Breeds
Maltipoo versus Chihuahua Maltipoo versus Cesky Terrier Maltipoo versus French Bulldog Maltipoo versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Maltipoo versus Pyrenean Mastiff Maltipoo versus Black and Tan Coonhound Maltipoo versus Black and Tan Coonhound Maltipoo versus Akbash Maltipoo versus Pomapoo Maltipoo versus Cairn Terrier Maltipoo versus Newfoundland Maltipoo versus Miniature Poodle Maltipoo versus Akita Chow Maltipoo versus German Shorthaired Pointer Maltipoo versus Kishu Ken Maltipoo versus German Shorthaired Pointer Maltipoo versus Great Dane Maltipoo versus Border Collie Maltipoo versus Beaglier Maltipoo versus Ibizan Hound Maltipoo versus German Wirehaired Pointer Maltipoo versus Bernese Mountain Dog Maltipoo versus Afghan Hound Maltipoo versus Harrier Maltipoo versus Pekingese
Norwegian Buhund Versus Other Dog Breeds
Norwegian Buhund versus Komondor Norwegian Buhund versus Stabyhoun Norwegian Buhund versus Golden Cocker Retriever Norwegian Buhund versus Siberian Husky Norwegian Buhund versus Lakeland Terrier Norwegian Buhund versus Scottish Deerhound Norwegian Buhund versus Shetland Sheepdog Norwegian Buhund versus Welsh Terrier Norwegian Buhund versus Curly-Coated Retriever Norwegian Buhund versus Alaskan Malamute Norwegian Buhund versus Chorkie Norwegian Buhund versus Dachshund Norwegian Buhund versus Chihuahua Norwegian Buhund versus Yorkshire Terrier Norwegian Buhund versus Lancashire Heeler Norwegian Buhund versus Whoodle Norwegian Buhund versus Pomchi Norwegian Buhund versus Welsh Terrier Norwegian Buhund versus Schipperke Norwegian Buhund versus Estrela Mountain Dog Norwegian Buhund versus Portuguese Water Dog Norwegian Buhund versus American Hairless Terrier Norwegian Buhund versus Maltipoo Norwegian Buhund versus Boxerdoodle Norwegian Buhund versus Lagotto Romagnolo
Conclusion: Maltipoo 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 Maltipoo and the Norwegian Buhund better suits you and your family.