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- Norwegian Lundehund Versus Skye Terrier: Introduction
- Norwegian Lundehund versus Skye Terrier: Overview
- Norwegian Lundehund versus Skye Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Skye Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Skye Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Norwegian Lundehund versus Skye Terrier
- Lifespan of Norwegian Lundehund versus Skye Terrier
- The Popularity of Norwegian Lundehund versus Popularity of Skye Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Norwegian Lundehund versus Skye Terrier
- Do Norwegian Lundehunds shed more than Skye Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Skye Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Skye Terrier?
- Does the Norwegian Lundehund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Skye Terrier?
- Do Norwegian Lundehunds Bark and Howl? What about Skye Terriers?
- Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Skye Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Norwegian Lundehund vs. Skye Terrier
- Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Skye Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Skye Terrier?
- Are Norwegian Lundehunds good family dogs? What about Skye Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Norwegian Lundehunds and Skye Terriers?
- Is the Norwegian Lundehund Easier to Train than the Skye Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Norwegian Lundehund
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Skye Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Norwegian Lundehund versus Skye Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Norwegian Lundehund Versus Skye Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Norwegian Lundehund and the Skye 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 Skye 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 Skye Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Norwegian Lundehund and the Skye 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 Skye 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 Skye 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 Skye Terrier.
Norwegian Lundehund versus Skye Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Skye Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Norwegian Lundehund is a medium-sized dog while the Skye 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 Skye 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 Skye Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Norwegian Lundehund to the Skye 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 Skye Terrier
| Factor | Norwegian Lundehund | Skye Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| 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 | 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Weight | 13 to 16 pounds | 25 to 40 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| 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 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| 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 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $2000 – $2000 |
| Average Price | No Data | $2000 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
|
No Data |
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 187 | 176 |
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 Skye 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 Skye Terrier is 82 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Norwegian Lundehund is a better pet than the Skye 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 Skye 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 Skye Terrier
Below is a list of where the Norwegian Lundehund and the Skye Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Skye Terrier
The Norwegian Lundehund and the Skye Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Norwegian Lundehund and the Skye Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Norwegian Lundehund versus Skye Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Norwegian Lundehund and the Skye 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, Skye Terriers weigh 25 to 40 pounds when fully grown. Skye Terriers are 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Norwegian Lundehund versus Skye 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 Skye Terriers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Skye Terriers is 13.0 years.
Skye Terriers live longer than Norwegian Lundehunds.
The Popularity of Norwegian Lundehund versus Popularity of Skye 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 Skye Terrier over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Skye Terrier is more popular with dog owners than the Norwegian Lundehund. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Skye Terrier is 176 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 Skye Terrier
| Year | Norwegian Lundehund Popularity Rank | Skye Terrier Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 175 | 161 |
| 2014 | 184 | 177 |
| 2015 | 182 | 175 |
| 2016 | 188 | 178 |
| 2017 | 190 | 172 |
| 2018 | 191 | 178 |
| 2019 | 192 | 187 |
| 2020 | 195 | 183 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Norwegian Lundehund versus Skye Terrier
Norwegian Lundehunds do not like to be left alone.
Skye Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Do Norwegian Lundehunds shed more than Skye Terriers?
Norwegian Lundehunds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Skye Terriers shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Skye Terrier
Norwegian Lundehunds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Skye Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Skye Terrier?
Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to groom.
Skye Terriers are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Norwegian Lundehund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Skye 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.
Skye 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 Skye Terriers?
Norwegian Lundehunds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Skye Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Skye Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Norwegian Lundehunds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Skye Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Norwegian Lundehund vs. Skye Terrier
Norwegian Lundehunds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Skye Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Skye Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Norwegian Lundehunds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Skye Terriers can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Skye Terrier?
Norwegian Lundehunds get along very well with other dogs.
Skye Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Norwegian Lundehunds good family dogs? What about Skye Terriers?
Norwegian Lundehunds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Skye Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Norwegian Lundehunds and Skye Terriers?
Norwegian Lundehunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Skye Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Norwegian Lundehund Easier to Train than the Skye Terrier?
Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to train.
Skye Terriers are not easy to train.
Is the Norwegian Lundehund Better for Apartment Owners than the Skye Terrier?
Norwegian Lundehunds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Skye Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Norwegian Lundehund or the Skye Terrier?
Norwegian Lundehunds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Skye Terriers 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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Skye Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Skye 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 Skye Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Norwegian Lundehund and how the Skye Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Norwegian Lundehund and of the Skye Terrier to other breeds:
Norwegian Lundehund Versus Other Dog Breeds
Norwegian Lundehund versus Portuguese Pointer Norwegian Lundehund versus Aussiedoodle Norwegian Lundehund versus Black and Tan Coonhound Norwegian Lundehund versus Chi-Poo Norwegian Lundehund versus Doberman Pinscher Norwegian Lundehund versus Miniature Poodle Norwegian Lundehund versus Vizsla Norwegian Lundehund versus Pekingese Norwegian Lundehund versus English Setter Norwegian Lundehund versus Chinook Norwegian Lundehund versus Borzoi Norwegian Lundehund versus Tibetan Terrier Norwegian Lundehund versus Swedish Vallhund Norwegian Lundehund versus Irish Wolfhound Norwegian Lundehund versus Ibizan Hound Norwegian Lundehund versus Border Terrier Norwegian Lundehund versus Leonberger Norwegian Lundehund versus Shiloh Shepherd Norwegian Lundehund versus Italian Greyhound Norwegian Lundehund versus Barbet Norwegian Lundehund versus Cavapoo Norwegian Lundehund versus Afador Norwegian Lundehund versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Norwegian Lundehund versus Shih Tzu Norwegian Lundehund versus Goldendoodle
Skye Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Skye Terrier versus Frenchton Skye Terrier versus Giant Schnauzer Skye Terrier versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Skye Terrier versus Patterdale Terrier Skye Terrier versus Mudi Skye Terrier versus Fila Brasileiro Skye Terrier versus Giant Schnauzer Skye Terrier versus Black and Tan Coonhound Skye Terrier versus Aussiedoodle Skye Terrier versus Lhasapoo Skye Terrier versus Brussels Griffon Skye Terrier versus Airedale Terrier Skye Terrier versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Skye Terrier versus Carolina Dog Skye Terrier versus Bedlington Terrier Skye Terrier versus Alaskan Klee Kai Skye Terrier versus Schnoodle Skye Terrier versus Miniature Poodle Skye Terrier versus Samoyed Skye Terrier versus Catahoula Bulldog Skye Terrier versus Valley Bulldog Skye Terrier versus Puggle Skye Terrier versus Belgian Malinois Skye Terrier versus Papillon Skye Terrier versus Komondor
Conclusion: Norwegian Lundehund versus Skye 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 Skye Terrier better suits you and your family.