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- Norwegian Lundehund Versus Puli: Introduction
- Norwegian Lundehund versus Puli: Overview
- Norwegian Lundehund versus Puli: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Puli
- The Similarities Between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Puli
- Size (Weight and Height) of Norwegian Lundehund versus Puli
- Lifespan of Norwegian Lundehund versus Puli
- The Popularity of Norwegian Lundehund versus Popularity of Puli
- Health Problems of Norwegian Lundehund versus Health Problems of Puli
- Tolerates Being Alone: Norwegian Lundehund versus Puli
- Do Norwegian Lundehunds shed more than Pulis?
- Which one drools more, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Puli
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Puli?
- Does the Norwegian Lundehund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puli?
- Do Norwegian Lundehunds Bark and Howl? What about Pulis?
- Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pulis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Norwegian Lundehund vs. Puli
- Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pulis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Puli?
- Are Norwegian Lundehunds good family dogs? What about Pulis?
- How Kid-friendly are Norwegian Lundehunds and Pulis?
- Is the Norwegian Lundehund Easier to Train than the Puli?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Norwegian Lundehund
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puli
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Norwegian Lundehund versus Puli. Which One is a Better Pet?
Norwegian Lundehund Versus Puli: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Norwegian Lundehund and the Puli? 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 Puli 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 Puli.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Norwegian Lundehund and the Puli 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 Puli. 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 Puli.
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 Puli.
Norwegian Lundehund versus Puli: Overview
Both the Norwegian Lundehund and the Puli are similar in size. The Norwegian Lundehund and the Puli are both medium-sized dogs.
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 Puli 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.
Norwegian Lundehund versus Puli: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Norwegian Lundehund to the Puli 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 Puli
| Factor | Norwegian Lundehund | Puli |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| 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 | 16 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Weight | 13 to 16 pounds | 25 to 35 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| 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 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 12.5 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $1875 – $2750 |
| Average Price | No Data | $2250 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | ||
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 187 | 150 |
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 Puli. 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 Puli is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Norwegian Lundehund is a better pet than the Puli. 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 Puli 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 Puli
Below is a list of where the Norwegian Lundehund and the Puli are most different:
The Similarities Between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Puli
The Norwegian Lundehund and the Puli are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Norwegian Lundehund and the Puli are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Norwegian Lundehund versus Puli
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Puli.
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, Pulis weigh 25 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Pulis are 16 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Norwegian Lundehund versus Puli
The lifespan of Norwegian Lundehunds is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Norwegian Lundehunds is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of Pulis is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Pulis is 12.5 years.
Pulis live longer than Norwegian Lundehunds.
The Popularity of Norwegian Lundehund versus Popularity of Puli
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 Puli over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Puli is more popular with dog owners than the Norwegian Lundehund. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Puli is 150 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 Puli
| Year | Norwegian Lundehund Popularity Rank | Puli Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 175 | 136 |
| 2014 | 184 | 151 |
| 2015 | 182 | 154 |
| 2016 | 188 | 159 |
| 2017 | 190 | 142 |
| 2018 | 191 | 160 |
| 2019 | 192 | 160 |
| 2020 | 195 | 143 |
Health Problems of Norwegian Lundehund versus Health Problems of Puli
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 Puli 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 Puli is prone to more genetic health problems than the Norwegian Lundehund.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Puli than for the Norwegian Lundehund.
3 health tests are recommended for Norwegian Lundehund while 7 tests are recommended for the Puli.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Norwegian Lundehunds and in Pulis.
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.
Puli Health Problems
Pulis are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Puli 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 Puli puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Puli 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 Pulis for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Pulis here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Norwegian Lundehund versus Puli
Norwegian Lundehunds do not like to be left alone.
Pulis do not like to be left alone.
Do Norwegian Lundehunds shed more than Pulis?
Norwegian Lundehunds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Pulis do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Puli
Norwegian Lundehunds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Pulis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Puli?
Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to groom.
Pulis require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Norwegian Lundehund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puli?
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.
Pulis 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 Pulis?
Norwegian Lundehunds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Pulis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pulis Tolerate Cold Weather?
Norwegian Lundehunds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Pulis can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Norwegian Lundehund vs. Puli
Norwegian Lundehunds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Pulis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pulis Tolerate Hot Weather?
Norwegian Lundehunds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Pulis 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 Puli?
Norwegian Lundehunds get along very well with other dogs.
Pulis get along very well with other dogs.
Are Norwegian Lundehunds good family dogs? What about Pulis?
Norwegian Lundehunds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Pulis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Norwegian Lundehunds and Pulis?
Norwegian Lundehunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Pulis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Norwegian Lundehund Easier to Train than the Puli?
Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to train.
Pulis are not easy to train.
Is the Norwegian Lundehund Better for Apartment Owners than the Puli?
Norwegian Lundehunds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Pulis adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Puli?
Norwegian Lundehunds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Pulis 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 Puli
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Puli 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 Puli:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Norwegian Lundehund and how the Puli compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Norwegian Lundehund and of the Puli to other breeds:
Norwegian Lundehund Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Puli versus English Setter Puli versus Dutch Shepherd Puli versus Maltipoo Puli versus Gordon Setter Puli versus American Hairless Terrier Puli versus Cairn Terrier Puli versus Brussels Griffon Puli versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Puli versus Pyredoodle Puli versus Ibizan Hound Puli versus Lowchen Puli versus Black Russian Terrier Puli versus German Wirehaired Pointer Puli versus Bernese Mountain Dog Puli versus Brussels Griffon Puli versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Puli versus Kerry Blue Terrier Puli versus Jack Russell Terrier Puli versus Kooikerhondje Puli versus Berger Picard Puli versus Manchester Terrier Puli versus Kai Ken Puli versus Gordon Setter Puli versus Rottweiler Puli versus Yorkshire TerrierConclusion: Norwegian Lundehund versus Puli. 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 Puli better suits you and your family.