Last Updated: Apr 09, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Yorkshire Terrier Versus Norwegian Lundehund: Introduction
- Yorkshire Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund: Overview
- Yorkshire Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund
- The Similarities Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund
- Size Comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund
- Lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund
- The Popularity of Yorkshire Terrier versus Popularity of Norwegian Lundehund
- Health Problems of Yorkshire Terrier versus Health Problems of Norwegian Lundehund
- Tolerates Being Alone: Yorkshire Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund
- Do Yorkshire Terriers shed more than Norwegian Lundehunds?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Norwegian Lundehund?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Norwegian Lundehund?
- Are Yorkshire Terriers good family dogs? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?
- Is the Yorkshire Terrier Easier to Train than the Norwegian Lundehund?
- Which one drools more, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Norwegian Lundehund
- How Kid-friendly are Yorkshire Terriers and Norwegian Lundehunds?
- Does the Yorkshire Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norwegian Lundehund?
- Do Yorkshire Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?
- Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Yorkshire Terrier vs. Norwegian Lundehund
- Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Yorkshire Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Yorkshire Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund. Which One is a Better Pet?
Yorkshire Terrier Versus Norwegian Lundehund: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Yorkshire Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund? 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 Yorkshire Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund 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 Yorkshire Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Yorkshire Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund 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 Yorkshire Terrier and for the Norwegian Lundehund. 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 Yorkshire Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Yorkshire Terrier or the Norwegian Lundehund.
Yorkshire Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund: Overview
A very important difference between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Yorkshire Terrier is a tiny-sized dog while the Norwegian Lundehund is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Yorkshire Terrier belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
On the other hand, 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.
Yorkshire Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Yorkshire Terrier to the Norwegian Lundehund 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 Yorkshire Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund
Factor | Yorkshire Terrier | Norwegian Lundehund |
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Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Intelligence | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Weight | 4 to 6 pounds | 13 to 16 pounds |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Height | 8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder | 1 foot to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the shoulder |
Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 11.0 years |
Average Price | $2420 | No Data |
Price Range | $1600 – $2950 | No Data |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | ||
Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 9 | 188 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Yorkshire Terrier 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 Norwegian Lundehund. 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 Yorkshire Terrier is 76 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Norwegian Lundehund is 83 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Norwegian Lundehund, we still believe that the Yorkshire Terrier is a better pet than the Norwegian Lundehund.
This is because Yorkshire Terriers are much cuter but you cannot put a score on cuteness. If you could put a score on cuteness, then the Yorkshire Terrier will come out on top.
Also, we are biased in favor of the Yorkshire Terrier :-). We are for the Yorkshire Terrier. So get a Yorkshire Terrier!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund
Below is a list of where the Yorkshire Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund are most different:
The Similarities Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund
The Yorkshire Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Yorkshire Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund.
The Yorkshire Terrier weighs 4 to 6 pounds when fully grown. The Yorkshire Terrier is 8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Norwegian Lundehund weighs 13 to 16 pounds when fully grown. The Norwegian Lundehund is 1 foot to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund
The lifespan of the Yorkshire Terrier is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Yorkshire Terrier is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of the Norwegian Lundehund is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of the Norwegian Lundehund is 11.0 years.
The Yorkshire Terrier live longer than the Norwegian Lundehund.
The Popularity of Yorkshire Terrier versus Popularity of Norwegian Lundehund
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 Yorkshire Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Yorkshire Terrier is more popular with dog owners than the Norwegian Lundehund. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Yorkshire Terrier is 9 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Norwegian Lundehund is 188 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Yorkshire Terrier
Popularity of Norwegian Lundehund
Year | Yorkshire Terrier Popularity Rank | Norwegian Lundehund Popularity Rank |
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2013 | 6 | 175 |
2014 | 6 | 184 |
2015 | 7 | 182 |
2016 | 9 | 188 |
2017 | 9 | 190 |
2018 | 10 | 191 |
2019 | 12 | 192 |
2020 | 13 | 195 |
2021 | 13 | 197 |
Health Problems of Yorkshire Terrier versus Health Problems of Norwegian Lundehund
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 Yorkshire Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund 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 Yorkshire Terrier is prone to more genetic health problems than the Norwegian Lundehund.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Yorkshire Terrier than for the Norwegian Lundehund.
7 health tests are recommended for Yorkshire Terrier while 3 tests are recommended for the Norwegian Lundehund.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Yorkshire Terriers and in Norwegian Lundehunds.
Yorkshire Terrier Health Problems
Yorkshire Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Yorkshire Terrier 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 Yorkshire Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Yorkshire Terrier 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 Yorkshire Terriers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Yorkshire Terriers here.
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.
Tolerates Being Alone: Yorkshire Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund
Yorkshire Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Norwegian Lundehunds do not like to be left alone.
Do Yorkshire Terriers shed more than Norwegian Lundehunds?
Yorkshire Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Norwegian Lundehunds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Norwegian Lundehund?
Yorkshire Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Norwegian Lundehund?
Yorkshire Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Norwegian Lundehunds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Yorkshire Terriers good family dogs? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?
Yorkshire Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Norwegian Lundehunds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Yorkshire Terrier Easier to Train than the Norwegian Lundehund?
Yorkshire Terriers are fairly easy to train.
Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Norwegian Lundehund
Yorkshire Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Norwegian Lundehunds do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Yorkshire Terriers and Norwegian Lundehunds?
Yorkshire Terriers do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Norwegian Lundehunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Yorkshire Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norwegian Lundehund?
Yorkshire Terriers 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.
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.
Do Yorkshire Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?
Yorkshire Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.
Norwegian Lundehunds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Yorkshire Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Norwegian Lundehunds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Yorkshire Terrier vs. Norwegian Lundehund
Yorkshire Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Norwegian Lundehunds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Yorkshire Terriers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Norwegian Lundehunds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Yorkshire Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Norwegian Lundehund?
Yorkshire Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Norwegian Lundehunds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Norwegian Lundehund?
Yorkshire Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Norwegian Lundehunds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Yorkshire Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Yorkshire Terrier compares to other breeds aside from the Norwegian Lundehund. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier to other breeds:
Yorkshire Terrier versus Mal Shi Yorkshire Terrier versus Westiepoo Yorkshire Terrier versus Field Spaniel Yorkshire Terrier versus Dalmatian Yorkshire Terrier versus Bordoodle Yorkshire Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli Yorkshire Terrier versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Yorkshire Terrier versus Scottish Deerhound Yorkshire Terrier versus Shiba Inu Yorkshire Terrier versus Kishu Ken Yorkshire Terrier versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Yorkshire Terrier versus Cane Corso Yorkshire Terrier versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Yorkshire Terrier versus Aussiedoodle Yorkshire Terrier versus Cockapoo
Conclusion: Yorkshire Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund. 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 Yorkshire Terrier and the Norwegian Lundehund better suits you and your family.