Norwegian Lundehund vs Shiba Inu

Compare Norwegian Lundehund and Shiba Inu 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 Lundehund

Shiba Inu

Breed type

Purebred

Height

32 – 38 cm

36 – 42 cm

Weight

5 – 7 kg

7 – 11 kg

Life expectancy

12 – 14 years

12 – 15 years

Child friendly

3/5

Energy level

3/5

Intelligence

3/5

Trainability

3/5

2/5

Health

3/5

Grooming needs

3/5

Shedding

3/5

5/5

Barking level

4/5

3/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

Characteristics

Norwegian Lundehund

Tiny

Shiba Inu

Stubborn

Small

Summary

About Norwegian Lundehund

The Norwegian Lundehund is a rare, small spitz-type dog with at least six toes per foot, great flexibility, and a weather-resistant double coat. Once used to hunt puffins on Norwegian cliffs, it is now an active, alert companion needing gentle training and regular mental and physical exercise.

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About Shiba Inu

Ancient Japanese spitz-type hunting dog, small yet muscular with foxlike face, curled tail and plush double coat in red, black and tan or sesame with urajiro. Independent, catlike, loyal but reserved, strong-willed, high prey drive, needs early socialisation, firm positive training and regular exercise.

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