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Norwegian Buhund -
Purebred Dogs and Puppies

Norwegian Buhund


A new member of the AKC Miscellaneous Class, the Norwegian Buhund

is a typical spitz type dog of medium size.

This breed is also known as the Norsk Buhund or Norwegian Sheepdog.

The Buhund is a very ancient breed. There are records of the breed going as far back as 870.

They are lightly built dogs, with a short, compact body, erect, pointed ears, and a tail carried curled over the back in typical Spitz-like fashion.

Typically, the Norsk Buhund ranges in size from about 17 to 18 inches in height, and around 30 to 40 lbs in weight.

Watch one of these dogs in action

Their original job and purpose was as both a farm and herding dog. "Bu" can mean "stock" or "farm" and "hund" means "dog". Buhunds have herded all sorts of stock such as cattle, pigs, sheep and even reindeer!

It is known that Vikings took Buhunds with them to various settlements in both Iceland and Britain making it very possible that these dogs could have easily been one of the many foundation stocks for several other herding dog breeds in that area.

They are very alert and curious dogs - energetic, agile, and are also quick learners. They are also good dogs for dog sports and for many athletic activities.

Country of origin: Norway
Lifespan: very long lived, 13 - 15
Colors: wheaten and black
Known health problems: eye and hip problems




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