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Norwegian Buhund

Norwegian Buhund
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Shoulder height
About 45 cm[1]
Origin
Norway[1]
Weight
12–18 kg[3]
Lifespan
12–15 years[3]

Temperament

Confident, Smart, Perceptive

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Background and human relationship

A Norwegian farm Spitz used in herding and guarding, appearing at local shows in the early twentieth century before spreading to Britain and America. Its farm role contrasts with northern hunting Spitz breeds.

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Build and coat

Slightly below medium size, with a square body, pointed erect ears and a tightly curled tail over the back. These features combine in a characteristic Spitz outline.

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Colour and comparisons

Wheaten ranges from pale red to yellowish red and may have black tips or a mask; black is the other colour. White is preferred minimal, contrasting with the overall self-colour.

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Sources

  1. Norwegian Buhund
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