Beauceron has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Norwegian Lundehund has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Courageous
Obedient
Protective
Loyal
Loving

Alert
Loyal
Energetic
Protective

Choose a Beauceron if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Norwegian Lundehunds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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Norway

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Spitz

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Herding (AKC:2007 & UKC)

Non Sporting (AKC:2011)
Northern Breed (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Red

Sable
Gray
Red
White

Beaucerons have short coats.

Norwegian Lundehunds have medium-length coats.

Beaucerons have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Norwegian Lundehunds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Beaucerons are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Norwegian Lundehund breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Lundehund Syndrome

Gastric Torsion
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia
Kneecap Dislocation

Hip
X-Rays
Physical Examination

OFA
CERF
X-Rays
Full Physical Examination

Beaucerons thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Norwegian Lundehunds' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Beaucerons require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Norwegian Lundehunds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Beaucerons are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Norwegian Lundehunds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Beauceron is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Norwegian Lundehund minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Beaucerons bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Norwegian Lundehund dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Beauceron dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

While Norwegian Lundehund dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

The Beauceron has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Norwegian Lundehund requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Beauceron should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Norwegian Lundehund should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Beauceron is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Norwegian Lundehund has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Norwegian Lundehunds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Beaucerons can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The Norwegian Lundehund is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Beaucerons are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Norwegian Lundehunds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Beaucerons may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

Norwegian Lundehunds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.