A Detailed Comparison of the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale Terrier.

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Norwegian Lundehund Versus Patterdale Terrier: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale 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 Patterdale 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 Patterdale Terrier.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale 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 Patterdale 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 Patterdale 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 Patterdale Terrier.

Norwegian Lundehund versus Patterdale Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Norwegian Lundehund is a medium-sized dog while the Patterdale Terrier is a small-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 Patterdale 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 Patterdale Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Norwegian Lundehund to the Patterdale 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 Patterdale Terrier

Factor Norwegian Lundehund Patterdale Terrier
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 4/5
Height 1 foot to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the shoulder 12 to 15 inches
Life Span 10 to 12 years 11 to 14 years
Weight 13 to 16 pounds 11 to 13 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 1/5
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 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 12.5 years
Price Range No Data $550 – $950
Average Price No Data $680
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 24 months
  • Patellar Luxation
    		•  No Data

    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 Patterdale 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 Patterdale Terrier is 77 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Norwegian Lundehund is a better pet than the Patterdale Terrier. So, you should get 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 Patterdale 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 Patterdale Terrier

    Below is a list of where the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale Terrier are most different:

  • Norwegian Lundehunds have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Patterdale Terriers have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Norwegian Lundehunds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Patterdale Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    • The Similarities Between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale Terrier

    The Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale Terrier are most similar:

  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale Terrier do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale Terrier are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale Terrier are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale Terrier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale Terrier are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale Terrier are very easy to train.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale Terrier do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale Terrier can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale Terrier get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale Terrier get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale Terrier are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale Terrier have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale Terrier require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale Terrier are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Norwegian Lundehund versus Patterdale Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Patterdale 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, Patterdale Terriers weigh 11 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Patterdale Terriers are 12 to 15 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Norwegian Lundehund versus Patterdale 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 Patterdale Terriers is between 11 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Patterdale Terriers is 12.5 years.

    Patterdale Terriers live longer than Norwegian Lundehunds.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Norwegian Lundehund versus Patterdale Terrier

    Norwegian Lundehunds do not like to be left alone.

    Patterdale Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Norwegian Lundehunds shed more than Patterdale Terriers?

    Norwegian Lundehunds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Patterdale Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Patterdale Terrier

    Norwegian Lundehunds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Patterdale Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Patterdale Terrier?

    Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to groom.

    Patterdale Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Does the Norwegian Lundehund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Patterdale 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.

    Patterdale Terriers 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.

    Do Norwegian Lundehunds Bark and Howl? What about Patterdale Terriers?

    Norwegian Lundehunds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Patterdale Terriers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Norwegian Lundehunds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Patterdale Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Norwegian Lundehund vs. Patterdale Terrier

    Norwegian Lundehunds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Patterdale Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Norwegian Lundehunds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Patterdale Terriers can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Patterdale Terrier?

    Norwegian Lundehunds get along very well with other dogs.

    Patterdale Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Norwegian Lundehunds good family dogs? What about Patterdale Terriers?

    Norwegian Lundehunds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Patterdale Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Norwegian Lundehunds and Patterdale Terriers?

    Norwegian Lundehunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Patterdale Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Norwegian Lundehund Easier to Train than the Patterdale Terrier?

    Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to train.

    Patterdale Terriers are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Norwegian Lundehund Better for Apartment Owners than the Patterdale Terrier?

    Norwegian Lundehunds do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Patterdale Terriers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Patterdale Terrier?

    Norwegian Lundehunds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Patterdale Terriers are not the best dogs 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:

  • Dalmatian (74 percent match with Norwegian Lundehund). Here is our comparison of the Patterdale Terrier vs Dalmatian.
  • Field Spaniel (74 percent match with Norwegian Lundehund). Here is our comparison of the Patterdale Terrier vs Field Spaniel.
  • Flat-Coated Retriever (74 percent match with Norwegian Lundehund). Here is our comparison of the Patterdale Terrier vs Flat-Coated Retriever.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Patterdale Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Patterdale 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 Patterdale Terrier:

  • Field Spaniel (79 percent match with Patterdale Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Norwegian Lundehund vs Field Spaniel.
  • Portuguese Pointer (78 percent match with Patterdale Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Norwegian Lundehund vs Portuguese Pointer.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Norwegian Lundehund and how the Patterdale Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Norwegian Lundehund and of the Patterdale Terrier to other breeds:

    Norwegian Lundehund Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Patterdale Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Norwegian Lundehund versus Patterdale 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 Patterdale Terrier better suits you and your family.