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- Norwegian Lundehund Versus Norwich Terrier: Introduction
- Norwegian Lundehund versus Norwich Terrier: Overview
- Norwegian Lundehund versus Norwich Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Norwich Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Norwich Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Norwegian Lundehund versus Norwich Terrier
- Lifespan of Norwegian Lundehund versus Norwich Terrier
- The Popularity of Norwegian Lundehund versus Popularity of Norwich Terrier
- Health Problems of Norwegian Lundehund versus Health Problems of Norwich Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Norwegian Lundehund versus Norwich Terrier
- Do Norwegian Lundehunds shed more than Norwich Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Norwich Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Norwich Terrier?
- Does the Norwegian Lundehund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norwich Terrier?
- Do Norwegian Lundehunds Bark and Howl? What about Norwich Terriers?
- Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norwich Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Norwegian Lundehund vs. Norwich Terrier
- Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norwich Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Norwich Terrier?
- Are Norwegian Lundehunds good family dogs? What about Norwich Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Norwegian Lundehunds and Norwich Terriers?
- Is the Norwegian Lundehund Easier to Train than the Norwich Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Norwegian Lundehund
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Norwich Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Norwegian Lundehund versus Norwich Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Norwegian Lundehund Versus Norwich Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Norwegian Lundehund and the Norwich Terrier? 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 Norwegian Lundehund and the Norwich Terrier 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 Norwegian Lundehund and the Norwich Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Norwegian Lundehund and the Norwich Terrier 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 Norwegian Lundehund and for the Norwich Terrier. 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 Norwegian Lundehund and the Norwich Terrier.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Norwegian Lundehund or the Norwich Terrier.
Norwegian Lundehund versus Norwich Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Norwich Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Norwegian Lundehund is a medium-sized dog while the Norwich Terrier is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, 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.
On the other hand, the Norwich 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.
Norwegian Lundehund versus Norwich Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Norwegian Lundehund to the Norwich Terrier 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 Norwegian Lundehund and the Norwich Terrier
| Factor | Norwegian Lundehund | Norwich Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 1 foot to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the shoulder | Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Weight | 13 to 16 pounds | Up to 12 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 12.0 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $1500 – $2650 |
| Average Price | No Data | $2140 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 187 | 102 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Norwegian Lundehund 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 Norwich Terrier. 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 Norwegian Lundehund is 83 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Norwich Terrier is 83 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Norwich Terrier is not better or worse than the Norwegian Lundehund. So, you can get the Norwich Terrier or 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 Norwegian Lundehund and the Norwich Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Norwich Terrier
Below is a list of where the Norwegian Lundehund and the Norwich Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Norwich Terrier
The Norwegian Lundehund and the Norwich Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Norwegian Lundehund and the Norwich Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Norwegian Lundehund versus Norwich Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Norwich Terrier.
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.
On the other hand, Norwich Terriers weigh Up to 12 pounds when fully grown. Norwich Terriers are Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Norwegian Lundehund versus Norwich Terrier
The lifespan of Norwegian Lundehunds is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Norwegian Lundehunds is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of Norwich Terriers is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Norwich Terriers is 12.0 years.
Norwich Terriers live longer than Norwegian Lundehunds.
The Popularity of Norwegian Lundehund versus Popularity of Norwich Terrier
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 Norwegian Lundehund and the Norwich Terrier over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Norwich Terrier is more popular with dog owners than the Norwegian Lundehund. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Norwich Terrier is 102 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Norwegian Lundehund is 187 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Norwegian Lundehund
Popularity of Norwich Terrier
| Year | Norwegian Lundehund Popularity Rank | Norwich Terrier Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 175 | 89 |
| 2014 | 184 | 97 |
| 2015 | 182 | 103 |
| 2016 | 188 | 103 |
| 2017 | 190 | 105 |
| 2018 | 191 | 108 |
| 2019 | 192 | 102 |
| 2020 | 195 | 109 |
Health Problems of Norwegian Lundehund versus Health Problems of Norwich Terrier
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 Norwegian Lundehund and the Norwich Terrier 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 Norwich Terrier is prone to the same number of genetic health problems as the Norwegian Lundehund.
3 health tests are recommended for Norwegian Lundehund while 3 tests are recommended for the Norwich Terrier.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Norwegian Lundehunds and in Norwich Terriers.
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.
Norwich Terrier Health Problems
Norwich Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Norwich Terrier 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 Norwich Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Norwich Terrier 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 Norwich Terriers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Norwich Terriers here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Norwegian Lundehund versus Norwich Terrier
Norwegian Lundehunds do not like to be left alone.
Norwich Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Do Norwegian Lundehunds shed more than Norwich Terriers?
Norwegian Lundehunds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Norwich Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Norwich Terrier
Norwegian Lundehunds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Norwich Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Norwich Terrier?
Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to groom.
Norwich Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Norwegian Lundehund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norwich Terrier?
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.
Norwich Terriers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Norwegian Lundehunds Bark and Howl? What about Norwich Terriers?
Norwegian Lundehunds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Norwich Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norwich Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Norwegian Lundehunds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Norwich Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Norwegian Lundehund vs. Norwich Terrier
Norwegian Lundehunds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Norwich Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norwich Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Norwegian Lundehunds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Norwich Terriers can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Norwich Terrier?
Norwegian Lundehunds get along very well with other dogs.
Norwich Terriers get along very well with other dogs.
Are Norwegian Lundehunds good family dogs? What about Norwich Terriers?
Norwegian Lundehunds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Norwich Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Norwegian Lundehunds and Norwich Terriers?
Norwegian Lundehunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Norwich Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Norwegian Lundehund Easier to Train than the Norwich Terrier?
Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to train.
Norwich Terriers are very easy to train.
Is the Norwegian Lundehund Better for Apartment Owners than the Norwich Terrier?
Norwegian Lundehunds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Norwich Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Norwich Terrier?
Norwegian Lundehunds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Norwich Terriers are OK for new dog owners.
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 Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Norwich Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Norwich 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 Norwich Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Norwegian Lundehund and how the Norwich Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Norwegian Lundehund and of the Norwich Terrier to other breeds:
Norwegian Lundehund Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Norwich Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Conclusion: Norwegian Lundehund versus Norwich Terrier. 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 Norwegian Lundehund and the Norwich Terrier better suits you and your family.