Portuguese Podengo
VS
Norwegian Lundehund
Portuguese Podengo vs Norwegian Lundehund
Compare Portuguese Podengo and Norwegian Lundehund 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
Portuguese Podengo
Norwegian Lundehund
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
55 – 70 cm
32 – 38 cm
Weight
20 – 30 kg
5 – 7 kg
Life expectancy
13 – 17 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
Characteristics
Portuguese Podengo
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Large
Norwegian Lundehund
Tiny
Summary
About Portuguese Podengo
Ancient Portuguese hunting dog in three sizes (small, medium, large) and two coats (smooth or wire). Lean, athletic and alert, it’s lively, clever and affectionate. Needs substantial exercise, positive training, and mental stimulation, but is generally robust and long‑lived.
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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