The Norwegian Buhund, a very old Norwegian breed
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The Norwegian Buhund is a medium-sized Spitz-type dog. A very old breed originally from Norway, this dog is rare outside this region. They are excellent watchdogs and pleasant companion animals.
- Size: 41 cm to 47 cm
- Weight: 12 kg to 18 kg
- Coat: short to mid-length
- Color: black or wheat
- Life expectancy: 12 to 14 years
- Gestation period: 63 days
Description and characteristics of the Norwegian Buhund Dog
The Norwegian Buhund is not a very large dog. His body fits into a like-all Spitz, a category of which he is a part. It is recognized in particular by its tail which it wears rolled upon its back, but also by its beautiful fur which can be wheat-colored, that is to say, beige to yellow, or black. Her coat is in fact made up of a thick, well-supplied top coat that is a little harsh to the touch and smooth, and an undercoat that is as thick but soft. His hair is short on his head and the inside of his limbs, but a little longer on his thighs and tail.
The Norwegian Buhund has a lively expression thanks to its very dark oval-shaped eyes and its pointy ears carried straight and erect on its head. The latter is cone-shaped with a not too pronounced stop and a black nose.
Origin of the Norwegian Buhund Dog
The Norwegian Buhund is a very old breed native to Scandinavia, and more specifically Norway as the name suggests. We find its traces in the 10th century in this region of the world. This dog has always been used as a guard dog for cattle, but also for monitoring farms. Due to his courage and excellent flair, he was also used to hunting bears and wolves.
While the Norwegian Buhund was officially recognized as a breed in 1968, it is not widely distributed outside its country of origin.