Norwegian Buhund
Norský buhund
Key facts
| FCI group | 5. Spitz and primitive types |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Norway |
| Category | Medium |
| Weight | 12–18 kg |
Recognition features
- Squarely built spitz with erect pointed ears and a tightly curled tail
- Wheaten (biscuit) or black coat
- Little under middle size with an alert, frank expression
Purpose
Norwegian farm dog and herder, guarding the farmstead and working livestock.
History
The type probably existed before the Viking Age, with remains found in Viking burial mounds. The word buhund means "farmstead dog" and is mentioned in Snorri Sturluson's Norse King Sagas. The Norwegian Kennel Club approved the first standard in 1926.
Coat
Thick, hard, smooth-lying outer coat and soft dense undercoat; wheaten (pale to yellowish-red) or black.
Similar breeds
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