Swedish Lapphund
VS
Norwegian Buhund
Swedish Lapphund vs Norwegian Buhund
Compare Swedish Lapphund and Norwegian Buhund 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
Swedish Lapphund
Norwegian Buhund
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
40 – 51 cm
41 – 47 cm
Weight
19 – 21 kg
12 – 18 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 15 years
13 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
5/5
3/5
Grooming needs
1/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
Characteristics
Swedish Lapphund
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Medium
Norwegian Buhund
High energy
Low grooming
Medium
Summary
About Swedish Lapphund
The Swedish Lapphund is an ancient Nordic spitz‑type herding dog with a compact, sturdy build and thick black double coat. Lively, vocal and people‑oriented, it excels in herding and dog sports. Active, intelligent and sensitive, it needs regular exercise, training and close family contact.
About Norwegian Buhund
The Norwegian Buhund is a medium, athletic Scandinavian spitz with a square build, erect ears, and curled tail. A people‑focused, vocal farm and herding dog, it is alert, energetic, and intelligent, excelling in dog sports and thriving in active homes needing a devoted watchdog.
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