Labrador Retriever vs Norwegian Buhund

Compare the Labrador Retriever to the Norwegian Buhund. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Labrador Retrievers and Norwegian Buhunds.

Labrador Retriever vs Norwegian Buhund
Labrador Retriever
Norwegian Buhund
Labrador Retriever
Norwegian Buhund
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General Details
Labrador Retriever
Norwegian Buhund
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
16-19 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
26-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Labrador Retriever
Norwegian Buhund
Origin Country
Canada
Norway
Origin Year
1700 AD
1900 AD
Temperament
Labrador Retriever
Norwegian Buhund
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Labrador Retriever
Norwegian Buhund
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Needy
Protective
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Labrador Retriever
Norwegian Buhund
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-90 °F
40-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Labrador Retriever
Norwegian Buhund
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Labrador Retriever
Norwegian Buhund
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
High
Medium to High
Dander
Medium
Medium to High
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Labrador Retriever
Norwegian Buhund
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Labrador Retriever
Norwegian Buhund
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Labrador Retriever
Norwegian Buhund
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
None
Average
Guarding
None
Above Average
Herding
None
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
None
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Labrador Retriever
Norwegian Buhund
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Labrador Retriever
Norwegian Buhund
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Tricuspid valve dysplasia
Myopathy
Acute moist dermatitis
Cold tail
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Eye problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Labrador Retriever
Norwegian Buhund
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Labrador Retriever
Norwegian Buhund
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Chocolate
Chocolate
Yellow
Yellow
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