While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Pumis are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Norwegian Buhund is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Lively
Reserved
Intelligent
Protective
Vocal
Alert
Restless
Extremely Bold
Suspicious Towards Strangers
Sensitive
Noisy

Agile
Energetic
Funny
Loving
Courageous
Friendly

Choose a Pumi if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Norwegian Buhunds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Hungary

Norway

Puli, German and French Sheepdog

Spitz-type

1700s

10th Century

Herding

Herding (AKC:2009)
Northern Breeds (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Silver

Black
Cream

Curly

Straight

A Pumi can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Norwegian Buhund can have a litter of 13-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Patellar Luxation
Lens Luxation

Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy

None Known

Eye Examination
OFA on hips and elbows
DNA Test

Hip And Eyes

Pumis thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Norwegian Buhunds' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Pumi has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Norwegian Buhund has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Pumis require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Norwegian Buhunds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Pumis are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Norwegian Buhunds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Pumi is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Norwegian Buhund minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Pumi dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

While Norwegian Buhund dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Pumis are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Norwegian Buhunds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pumi, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Norwegian Buhund, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pumis usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Norwegian Buhunds usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Pumi requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Norwegian Buhund is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 27-29 pound (12 - 13 kg) Pumi feed 1.2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 31-40 pound (14 - 18 kg) Norwegian Buhund feed 2.6 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Pumi is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Norwegian Buhund is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pumi is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Norwegian Buhund is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Pumis are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Norwegian Buhund has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Pumis are adaptable and resilient, making them ideal for those seeking a less sensitive pet.

Norwegian Buhunds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Pumis are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Norwegian Buhunds can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Pumis are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Norwegian Buhunds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Pumis are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Norwegian Buhunds are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Pumis are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Norwegian Buhunds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Pumis are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Norwegian Buhunds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.