Norrbottenspets
VS
Schipperke
Norrbottenspets vs Schipperke
Compare Norrbottenspets and Schipperke 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
Schipperke
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
41 – 45 cm
25 – 33 cm
Weight
10 – 14 kg
3 – 9 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
3/5
5/5
Grooming needs
3/5
2/5
Shedding
4/5
4/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Norrbottenspets
High energy
Easy to train
Small
Schipperke
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
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 Schipperke
Schipperkes are small, sturdy Belgian dogs with a square build and thick black double coat forming a ruff and “culottes.” Alert, intelligent, and independent, they’re loyal watchdogs, energetic companions needing daily mental and physical exercise, and generally robust with proper health care.
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