Breed comparison
Norwegian Lundehund vs Skye Terrier
How the two breeds compare on the American Kennel Club's 1 to 5 trait ratings, and which one suits which home.
Norwegian Lundehund
Skye Terrier3Affection with family5
3Good with young children3
3Good with other dogs3
3Openness to strangers3
3Playfulness3
3Energy level3
3Trainability3
3Mental stimulation needs3
3Adaptability3
3Watchdog / protective3
3Barking3
3Shedding3
2Coat grooming3
1Drooling1
The biggest differences
- Affection with family: the Skye Terrier scores 5 out of 5, the Norwegian Lundehund 3.
They score the same on good with young children, good with other dogs, openness to strangers, playfulness, energy level, trainability.
Which one should you choose?
Pick the Norwegian Lundehund if its looks and size suit you better, since the ratings are close. Pick the Skye Terrier if its looks and size suit you better, since the ratings are close.
Ratings are general breed tendencies from the AKC. Every dog is an individual, so meet the dog, and its parents if you can, before you decide. Not sure? Try the breed selector.
Source: American Kennel Club breed ratings (compiled February 2022). How we check.