Norrbottenspets
VS
Pug
Norrbottenspets vs Pug
Compare Norrbottenspets and Pug 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
Norrbottenspets
Pug
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
41 – 45 cm
31 – 35 cm
Weight
10 – 14 kg
5 – 9 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
10 – 14 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
3/5
1/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
4/5
4/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Norrbottenspets
High energy
Easy to train
Small
Pug
Great with kids
Small
Summary
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.
About Pug
Small, sturdy companion dog with wrinkled face, curled tail and expressive eyes, usually 6–8 kg and suited to city homes. Affectionate, people focused and playful, needs moderate gentle exercise, close family contact, careful weight control and extra management in hot weather due to its short nose.
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