Afghan Hound
VS
Norrbottenspets
Afghan Hound vs Norrbottenspets
Compare Afghan Hound and Norrbottenspets side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Afghan Hound
Norrbottenspets
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
63 – 74 cm
41 – 45 cm
Weight
26 – 34 kg
10 – 14 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
2/5
4/5
Health
5/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
1/5
4/5
Barking level
1/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Afghan Hound
Great with kids
High energy
Quiet
Stubborn
Large
Norrbottenspets
High energy
Easy to train
Small
Summary
About Afghan Hound
Ancient sighthound with tall, elegant build and long silky coat needing frequent grooming. Aloof with strangers but affectionate with family, independent and sensitive to harsh handling. Requires calm, positive training, secure exercise, and careful health and coat care.
About Norrbottenspets
The Norrbottenspets is a rare Nordic spitz: small to medium, athletic, with a foxlike look and curled tail. Bred in Sweden/Finland for forest bird hunting, it is vocal, alert, loyal, and reserved with strangers. Needs daily exercise, mental work, and close family involvement.
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