Is the Norwegian Lundehund Better than the Peek A Poo as a Pet? Answer…

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Norwegian Lundehund Versus Peek A Poo: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Norwegian Lundehund and the Peek A Poo? 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 Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Norwegian Lundehund and the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo. 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 Peek A Poo.

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 Peek A Poo.

Norwegian Lundehund versus Peek A Poo: Overview

A very important difference between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Peek A Poo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Norwegian Lundehund is a medium-sized dog while the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

Norwegian Lundehund versus Peek A Poo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Norwegian Lundehund to the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo

Factor Norwegian Lundehund Peek A Poo
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 5/5
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 11 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 10 to 12 years 10 to 15 years
Weight 13 to 16 pounds 4 to 20 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 2/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 5/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 12.5 years
Price Range No Data $1000 – $1800
Average Price No Data $1430
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 Peek A Poo. 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 Peek A Poo is 84 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Peek A Poo is a better pet than the Norwegian Lundehund. So, you should get the Peek A Poo!

    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 Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo

    Below is a list of where the Norwegian Lundehund and the Peek A Poo are most different:

  • Norwegian Lundehunds do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Peek A Poos adapt well to apartment living.
  • Norwegian Lundehunds are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Peek A Poos are good for new dog owners.
  • Norwegian Lundehunds are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Peek A Poos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Norwegian Lundehunds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Peek A Poos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Norwegian Lundehunds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Peek A Poos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • The Similarities Between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Peek A Poo

    The Norwegian Lundehund and the Peek A Poo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Norwegian Lundehund and the Peek A Poo are most similar:

  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Peek A Poo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Peek A Poo do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Peek A Poo have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Peek A Poo are very easy to train.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Peek A Poo have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Peek A Poo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Peek A Poo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Peek A Poo get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Peek A Poo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Peek A Poo are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Norwegian Lundehund versus Peek A Poo

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Peek A Poo.

    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, Peek A Poos weigh 4 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Peek A Poos are Up to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Norwegian Lundehund versus Peek A Poo

    The lifespan of Norwegian Lundehunds is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Norwegian Lundehunds is 11.0 years.

    The lifespan of Peek A Poos is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Peek A Poos is 12.5 years.

    Peek A Poos live longer than Norwegian Lundehunds.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Norwegian Lundehund versus Peek A Poo

    Norwegian Lundehunds do not like to be left alone.

    Peek A Poos do not like to be left alone.

    Do Norwegian Lundehunds shed more than Peek A Poos?

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

    Peek A Poos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Peek A Poo

    Norwegian Lundehunds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Peek A Poos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Peek A Poo?

    Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to groom.

    Peek A Poos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Norwegian Lundehund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Peek A Poo?

    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.

    Peek A Poos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Norwegian Lundehunds Bark and Howl? What about Peek A Poos?

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

    Peek A Poos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Peek A Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Norwegian Lundehunds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Peek A Poos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Norwegian Lundehund vs. Peek A Poo

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

    Peek A Poos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Peek A Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Peek A Poos cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Peek A Poo?

    Norwegian Lundehunds get along very well with other dogs.

    Peek A Poos get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Norwegian Lundehunds good family dogs? What about Peek A Poos?

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

    Peek A Poos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Norwegian Lundehunds and Peek A Poos?

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

    Peek A Poos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Norwegian Lundehund Easier to Train than the Peek A Poo?

    Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to train.

    Peek A Poos are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Norwegian Lundehund Better for Apartment Owners than the Peek A Poo?

    Norwegian Lundehunds do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Peek A Poos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Peek A Poo?

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

    Peek A Poos are very good 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 Peek A Poo vs Dalmatian.
  • Field Spaniel (74 percent match with Norwegian Lundehund). Here is our comparison of the Peek A Poo vs Field Spaniel.
  • Flat-Coated Retriever (74 percent match with Norwegian Lundehund). Here is our comparison of the Peek A Poo vs Flat-Coated Retriever.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Peek A Poo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo:

  • Maltese (81 percent match with Peek A Poo). Here is our comparison of the Norwegian Lundehund vs Maltese.
  • Pomapoo (84 percent match with Peek A Poo). Here is our comparison of the Norwegian Lundehund vs Pomapoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Norwegian Lundehund Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Norwegian Lundehund versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Norwegian Lundehund versus Labradoodle     Norwegian Lundehund versus Boxerdoodle     Norwegian Lundehund versus English Toy Spaniel     Norwegian Lundehund versus Golden Retriever     Norwegian Lundehund versus Whoodle     Norwegian Lundehund versus Miniature Pinscher     Norwegian Lundehund versus Sloughi     Norwegian Lundehund versus Weimaraner     Norwegian Lundehund versus Swedish Vallhund     Norwegian Lundehund versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Norwegian Lundehund versus Pyredoodle     Norwegian Lundehund versus Whippet     Norwegian Lundehund versus Golden Retriever     Norwegian Lundehund versus Beagle     Norwegian Lundehund versus Lowchen     Norwegian Lundehund versus Silky Terrier     Norwegian Lundehund versus Peek A Poo     Norwegian Lundehund versus Lhasapoo     Norwegian Lundehund versus Mudi     Norwegian Lundehund versus Shichon     Norwegian Lundehund versus Pointer     Norwegian Lundehund versus Lhasa Apso     Norwegian Lundehund versus Basset Hound     Norwegian Lundehund versus Chinese Crested     

    Peek A Poo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Peek A Poo versus American Foxhound     Peek A Poo versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Peek A Poo versus Tibetan Terrier     Peek A Poo versus Goldendoodle     Peek A Poo versus Affenpinscher     Peek A Poo versus Australian Shepherd     Peek A Poo versus Maremma Sheepdog     Peek A Poo versus Lowchen     Peek A Poo versus Airedale Terrier     Peek A Poo versus Kai Ken     Peek A Poo versus Sheepadoodle     Peek A Poo versus Leonberger     Peek A Poo versus Carolina Dog     Peek A Poo versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Peek A Poo versus Border Collie     Peek A Poo versus Mountain Cur     Peek A Poo versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Peek A Poo versus Cairn Terrier     Peek A Poo versus Yorkshire Terrier     Peek A Poo versus Cocker Spaniel     Peek A Poo versus Tibetan Spaniel     Peek A Poo versus Barbet     Peek A Poo versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Peek A Poo versus Hovawart     Peek A Poo versus Whippet     

    Conclusion: Norwegian Lundehund versus Peek A Poo. 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 Peek A Poo better suits you and your family.