Norwegian Hound vs Västgötaspets
Compare Norwegian Hound and Västgötaspets 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
Norwegian Hound
Västgötaspets
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
47 – 58 cm
31 – 33 cm
Weight
16 – 25 kg
9 – 15 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 12 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
5/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
2/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Norwegian Hound
Medium
Västgötaspets
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Medium
Summary
About Norwegian Hound
About Västgötaspets
The Västgötaspets is a small, sturdy Swedish herding dog with a foxlike look, dense double coat and easy grooming. Energetic, vocal and intelligent, it bonds closely with active families, needs consistent positive training, daily exercise and mental stimulation, and is generally healthy.
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