Last Updated: Jun 18, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Great Dane Versus Norwegian Lundehund: Introduction
- Great Dane versus Norwegian Lundehund: Overview
- Great Dane versus Norwegian Lundehund: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Great Dane and the Norwegian Lundehund
- The Similarities Between the Great Dane and the Norwegian Lundehund
- Size Comparison of the Great Dane versus Norwegian Lundehund
- Lifespan of Great Dane versus Norwegian Lundehund
- The Popularity of Great Dane versus Popularity of Norwegian Lundehund
- Health Problems of Great Dane versus Health Problems of Norwegian Lundehund
- Tolerates Being Alone: Great Dane versus Norwegian Lundehund
- Do Great Danes shed more than Norwegian Lundehunds?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Great Dane or the Norwegian Lundehund?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Great Dane or the Norwegian Lundehund?
- Are Great Danes good family dogs? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?
- Is the Great Dane Easier to Train than the Norwegian Lundehund?
- Which one drools more, the Great Dane or the Norwegian Lundehund
- How Kid-friendly are Great Danes and Norwegian Lundehunds?
- Does the Great Dane Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norwegian Lundehund?
- Do Great Danes Bark and Howl? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?
- Can Great Danes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Great Dane vs. Norwegian Lundehund
- Can Great Danes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Great Dane Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Great Dane versus Norwegian Lundehund. Which One is a Better Pet?
Great Dane Versus Norwegian Lundehund: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Great Dane and the Norwegian Lundehund? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Great Dane and the Norwegian Lundehund better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Great Dane and the Norwegian Lundehund.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Great Dane and the Norwegian Lundehund is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Great Dane and for the Norwegian Lundehund. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Great Dane and the Norwegian Lundehund.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Great Dane or the Norwegian Lundehund.
Great Dane versus Norwegian Lundehund: Overview
A very important difference between the Great Dane and the Norwegian Lundehund is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Great Dane is a giant-sized dog while the Norwegian Lundehund is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Great Dane and the Norwegian Lundehund are Working Dogs. This means both the Great Dane and the Norwegian Lundehund were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
Great Dane versus Norwegian Lundehund: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Great Dane to the Norwegian Lundehund based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Great Dane and the Norwegian Lundehund
| Factor | Great Dane | Norwegian Lundehund |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 100 to 200 pounds | 13 to 16 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 26 to 34 inches tall at the shoulder | 1 foot to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 7 to 10 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Average Lifespan | 8.5 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $1560 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1000 – $2000 | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | ||
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 15 | 188 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Great Dane in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Norwegian Lundehund. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Great Dane is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Norwegian Lundehund is 83 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Norwegian Lundehund, we still believe that the Great Dane is a better pet than the Norwegian Lundehund.
This is because Great Danes are much cuter but you cannot put a score on cuteness. If you could put a score on cuteness, then the Great Dane will come out on top.
Also, we are biased in favor of the Great Dane :-). We are for the Great Dane. So get a Great Dane!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Great Dane and the Norwegian Lundehund
Below is a list of where the Great Dane and the Norwegian Lundehund are most different:
The Similarities Between the Great Dane and the Norwegian Lundehund
The Great Dane and the Norwegian Lundehund are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Great Dane and the Norwegian Lundehund are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Great Dane versus Norwegian Lundehund
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Great Dane and the Norwegian Lundehund.
The Great Dane weighs 100 to 200 pounds when fully grown. The Great Dane is 26 to 34 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Norwegian Lundehund weighs 13 to 16 pounds when fully grown. The Norwegian Lundehund is 1 foot to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Great Dane versus Norwegian Lundehund
The lifespan of the Great Dane is between 7 to 10 years. The average lifespan of the Great Dane is 8.5 years.
The lifespan of the Norwegian Lundehund is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of the Norwegian Lundehund is 11.0 years.
The Norwegian Lundehund live longer than the Great Dane.
The Popularity of Great Dane versus Popularity of Norwegian Lundehund
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Great Dane and the Norwegian Lundehund over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Great Dane is more popular with dog owners than the Norwegian Lundehund. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Great Dane is 15 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Norwegian Lundehund is 188 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Great Dane
Popularity of Norwegian Lundehund
| Year | Great Dane Popularity Rank | Norwegian Lundehund Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 16 | 175 |
| 2014 | 15 | 184 |
| 2015 | 15 | 182 |
| 2016 | 14 | 188 |
| 2017 | 14 | 190 |
| 2018 | 16 | 191 |
| 2019 | 17 | 192 |
| 2020 | 15 | 195 |
| 2021 | 17 | 197 |
Health Problems of Great Dane versus Health Problems of Norwegian Lundehund
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Great Dane and the Norwegian Lundehund are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Great Dane is prone to more genetic health problems than the Norwegian Lundehund.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Great Dane than for the Norwegian Lundehund.
4 health tests are recommended for Great Dane while 3 tests are recommended for the Norwegian Lundehund.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Great Danes and in Norwegian Lundehunds.
Great Dane Health Problems
Great Danes are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Great Dane puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Great Dane puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Great Dane breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Great Danes for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Great Danes here.
Norwegian Lundehund Health Problems
Norwegian Lundehunds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Norwegian Lundehund puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Norwegian Lundehund puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Norwegian Lundehund breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Norwegian Lundehunds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Norwegian Lundehunds here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Great Dane versus Norwegian Lundehund
Great Danes do not like to be left alone.
Norwegian Lundehunds do not like to be left alone.
Do Great Danes shed more than Norwegian Lundehunds?
Great Danes shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Norwegian Lundehunds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Great Dane or the Norwegian Lundehund?
Great Danes are very easy to groom.
Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Great Dane or the Norwegian Lundehund?
Great Danes get along very well with other dogs.
Norwegian Lundehunds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Great Danes good family dogs? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?
Great Danes are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Norwegian Lundehunds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Great Dane Easier to Train than the Norwegian Lundehund?
Great Danes are very easy to train.
Norwegian Lundehunds are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Great Dane or the Norwegian Lundehund
Great Danes have a very high tendency to drool.
Norwegian Lundehunds do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Great Danes and Norwegian Lundehunds?
Great Danes get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Norwegian Lundehunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Great Dane Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norwegian Lundehund?
Great Danes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Norwegian Lundehunds have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Do Great Danes Bark and Howl? What about Norwegian Lundehunds?
Great Danes are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Norwegian Lundehunds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Great Danes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Great Danes cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Norwegian Lundehunds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Great Dane vs. Norwegian Lundehund
Great Danes have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Norwegian Lundehunds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Great Danes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norwegian Lundehunds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Great Danes can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Norwegian Lundehunds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Great Dane Better for Apartment Owners than the Norwegian Lundehund?
Great Danes do not adapt well to apartment living.
Norwegian Lundehunds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Great Dane or the Norwegian Lundehund?
Great Danes are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Norwegian Lundehunds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Great Dane Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Great Dane compares to other breeds aside from the Norwegian Lundehund. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Great Dane to other breeds:
Great Dane versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Great Dane versus Leonberger Great Dane versus Manchester Terrier Great Dane versus Basenji Great Dane versus Bedlington Terrier Great Dane versus Weimaraner Great Dane versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Great Dane versus Clumber Spaniel Great Dane versus Braque du Bourbonnais Great Dane versus Schipperke Great Dane versus Labrador Retriever Great Dane versus Cairn Terrier Great Dane versus American Eskimo Dog
Conclusion: Great Dane versus Norwegian Lundehund. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Great Dane and the Norwegian Lundehund better suits you and your family.