Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Norwegian Lundehund Versus Pomsky: Introduction
- Norwegian Lundehund versus Pomsky: Overview
- Norwegian Lundehund versus Pomsky: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Pomsky
- The Similarities Between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Pomsky
- Size (Weight and Height) of Norwegian Lundehund versus Pomsky
- Lifespan of Norwegian Lundehund versus Pomsky
- Tolerates Being Alone: Norwegian Lundehund versus Pomsky
- Do Norwegian Lundehunds shed more than Pomskys?
- Which one drools more, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Pomsky
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Pomsky?
- Does the Norwegian Lundehund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pomsky?
- Do Norwegian Lundehunds Bark and Howl? What about Pomskys?
- Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pomskys Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Norwegian Lundehund vs. Pomsky
- Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pomskys Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Pomsky?
- Are Norwegian Lundehunds good family dogs? What about Pomskys?
- How Kid-friendly are Norwegian Lundehunds and Pomskys?
- Is the Norwegian Lundehund Easier to Train than the Pomsky?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Norwegian Lundehund
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pomsky
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Norwegian Lundehund versus Pomsky. Which One is a Better Pet?
Norwegian Lundehund Versus Pomsky: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Norwegian Lundehund and the Pomsky? 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 Pomsky 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 Pomsky.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Norwegian Lundehund and the Pomsky 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 Pomsky. 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 Pomsky.
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 Pomsky.
Norwegian Lundehund versus Pomsky: Overview
A very important difference between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Pomsky is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Norwegian Lundehund is a medium-sized dog while the Pomsky 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 Pomsky belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Norwegian Lundehund versus Pomsky: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Norwegian Lundehund to the Pomsky 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 Pomsky
| Factor | Norwegian Lundehund | Pomsky |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Height | 1 foot to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 15 inches |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Weight | 13 to 16 pounds | 7 to 38 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $1500 – $2995 |
| Average Price | No Data | $2270 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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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 Pomsky. 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 Pomsky is 76 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Norwegian Lundehund is a better pet than the Pomsky. 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 Pomsky 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 Pomsky
Below is a list of where the Norwegian Lundehund and the Pomsky are most different:
The Similarities Between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Pomsky
The Norwegian Lundehund and the Pomsky are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Norwegian Lundehund and the Pomsky are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Norwegian Lundehund versus Pomsky
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Pomsky.
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, Pomskys weigh 7 to 38 pounds when fully grown. Pomskys are 10 to 15 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Norwegian Lundehund versus Pomsky
The lifespan of Norwegian Lundehunds is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Norwegian Lundehunds is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of Pomskys is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Pomskys is 13.5 years.
Pomskys live longer than Norwegian Lundehunds.
Tolerates Being Alone: Norwegian Lundehund versus Pomsky
Norwegian Lundehunds do not like to be left alone.
Pomskys do not like to be left alone.
Do Norwegian Lundehunds shed more than Pomskys?
Norwegian Lundehunds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Pomskys shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Pomsky
Norwegian Lundehunds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Pomskys do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Pomsky?
Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to groom.
Pomskys require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Norwegian Lundehund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pomsky?
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.
Pomskys 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 Pomskys?
Norwegian Lundehunds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Pomskys are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pomskys Tolerate Cold Weather?
Norwegian Lundehunds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Pomskys can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Norwegian Lundehund vs. Pomsky
Norwegian Lundehunds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Pomskys 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 Pomskys Tolerate Hot Weather?
Norwegian Lundehunds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Pomskys can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Pomsky?
Norwegian Lundehunds get along very well with other dogs.
Pomskys get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Norwegian Lundehunds good family dogs? What about Pomskys?
Norwegian Lundehunds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Pomskys are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Norwegian Lundehunds and Pomskys?
Norwegian Lundehunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Pomskys do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Is the Norwegian Lundehund Easier to Train than the Pomsky?
Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to train.
Pomskys are fairly easy to train.
Is the Norwegian Lundehund Better for Apartment Owners than the Pomsky?
Norwegian Lundehunds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Pomskys adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Pomsky?
Norwegian Lundehunds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Pomskys 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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pomsky
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pomsky 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 Pomsky:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Norwegian Lundehund and how the Pomsky compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Norwegian Lundehund and of the Pomsky to other breeds:
Norwegian Lundehund Versus Other Dog Breeds
Norwegian Lundehund versus Pyrenean Mastiff Norwegian Lundehund versus Yorkshire Terrier Norwegian Lundehund versus American Water Spaniel Norwegian Lundehund versus Black and Tan Coonhound Norwegian Lundehund versus Silky Terrier Norwegian Lundehund versus Italian Greyhound Norwegian Lundehund versus Tibetan Mastiff Norwegian Lundehund versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Norwegian Lundehund versus Mountain Cur Norwegian Lundehund versus Stabyhoun Norwegian Lundehund versus Black Mouth Cur Norwegian Lundehund versus Shiloh Shepherd Norwegian Lundehund versus French Bulldog Norwegian Lundehund versus Manchester Terrier Norwegian Lundehund versus Pointer Norwegian Lundehund versus Standard Schnauzer Norwegian Lundehund versus Cocker Spaniel Norwegian Lundehund versus Boxer Norwegian Lundehund versus Dalmatian Norwegian Lundehund versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Norwegian Lundehund versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Norwegian Lundehund versus Fila Brasileiro Norwegian Lundehund versus Shetland Sheepdog Norwegian Lundehund versus Welsh Terrier Norwegian Lundehund versus Plott
Pomsky Versus Other Dog Breeds
Pomsky versus Stabyhoun Pomsky versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomsky versus Manchester Terrier Pomsky versus Whippet Pomsky versus Black and Tan Coonhound Pomsky versus Flat-Coated Retriever Pomsky versus Cavapoo Pomsky versus Australian Terrier Pomsky versus Xoloitzcuintli Pomsky versus American Staffordshire Terrier Pomsky versus Scottish Terrier Pomsky versus Australian Terrier Pomsky versus Barbet Pomsky versus Whippet Pomsky versus American Eskimo Dog Pomsky versus Japanese Spitz Pomsky versus Bulldog Pomsky versus Xoloitzcuintli Pomsky versus Bedlington Terrier Pomsky versus Tibetan Terrier Pomsky versus Australian Terrier Pomsky versus Fila Brasileiro Pomsky versus Pomapoo Pomsky versus Siberian Husky Pomsky versus Jack Russell Terrier
Conclusion: Norwegian Lundehund versus Pomsky. 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 Pomsky better suits you and your family.