Can Norwegian Lundehunds Be Guard Dogs?

Wanting to own a Norwegian Lundehund puppy and need to know whether a Norwegian Lundehund can be a good watch dog or if Norwegian Lundehund Dogs are protective of their owners?

According to our chart, Norwegian Lundehund Dogs score 4 star out of 5 in the scale of breeds that are considered the best guard dogs.


Can Norwegian Lundehunds Be Guard Dogs?

Can Norwegian Lundehunds Be A Watch Dog?

    This dog is not recommended to be a watchdog.

    Training a Norwegian Lundehund To Be a Watch Dog

    Many people get a canine because they want more safety and security around their houses. A guard dog, or a canine that will really stop an intruder, generally takes special breeding and training, but there are many dogs that are exceptional watch dogs.

    A watch dog merely alerts their owner to somebody approaching their house. Even if your pet dog isn't a police canine, most barking dogs will deter an intruder even if they aren't big. Most guard dogs also make terrific watch dogs, but not all watch dogs make good guard dogs.

    Top 5 Best Guard Dogs

    1. Doberman Pinscher - The Doberman Pinscher is German breed originally used for safeguarding, police and military work. They are huge, strong dogs that will alarm their owners to doubtful activity and can make excellent guard dogs as well.

    2. Cairn Terrier - Although small, the Cairn Terrier is intense. They are strong-willed, fiery little terriers that are very watchful of their settings and will alarm their owners to any novel activity in no time. Because of this, they make excellent watch dogs.

    3. Rottweiler - The Rottweiler is a large German guard dog breed that is greatly loyal to its family but wary of strangers. Although, they are not a great choice for rookie dog owners.

    4. German Shepherd - They are impressive guard dogs that will alert their owners of any strangers just a little too close to their homes.

    5. Akita - They will quickly notify their owners to any uncommon activity. They are strong dogs that are not well-suited for the novice owner, but are almost unparalleled in their loyalty to their owners.

Can Norwegian Lundehunds Be Guard Dogs

Norwegian Lundehund Information

The Norwegian Lundehund is a small and agile Spitz breed with several unique characteristics in combination not found in any other dog. Features such as six toes on each foot; prick ears that fold closed, forward or backward at will; and the ability to tip the head backward until it touches the back bone all helped them perform their job as Puffin hunter. Their dense coat ranges from fallow to reddish brown to tan in color, with black hair tips and white markings, or white with red or dark markings.

Their superior personality, even disposition and small size make them an ideal, easy-to-live-with pet, although they may be wary of strangers. Consistency in the home environment is extremely important, as is consistency in training, house training, and socialization. Lundehund is very sensitive and can develop trust issues with an owner who tries to trick him into doing things - you can only fool a Lundehund once. They are incredibly clever and fun-loving, making them delightful and sometimes challenging.

What to do if you lose your Norwegian Lundehund

If your Norwegian Lundehund Dog or any other pet has gone missing and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. Report your missing pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Register the lost pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups Here.

3. Contact the local vet clinics to see if anyone has brought in your missing pet.

4. Phone the RSPCA or Visit the RSPCA Lost Pets website and complete a Lost Pet Report.

5. Visit Lost Pets Pages of Animal Shelters.

What to do if you find a lost Norwegian Lundehund

If you find a Norwegian Lundehund Dog or any other pet and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. Register the found pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. List the missing pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups.

3. Phone the Local Authority to collect the lost animal.

4. Take the animal to the local Animal Pound assigned to your suburb.

5. Take the pet to the local Vet who can scan the animal’s microchip and call the registered owner of the pet.

Laws Regarding Missing Pets

1. It is against the law to keep any animal that you find.

2. Pets are generally considered property and it is illegal to take and keep someone else’s property.

3. You must contact your local animal control unit and file a FOUND AN ANIMAL report for any dog or cat you find.

4. To reclaim your lost dog, cat or other pet from the animal shelter you must pay a release fee.

5. If your dog or cat is unregistered, you will have to register your pet before you can take it home.