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Norwegian Buhund
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
Winter
Summer
Healthiness
Protective
Life Span
| Overview: | The Norwegian Buhund has been used for hundreds of years as farm dog for herding and guarding flocks. They adapt well to homes with adequate yards. |
| Breed Group: | Herding |
| Weight (lbs): | 50-55 |
| Height (in): | 17-18 |
| Colors: | sand, wheat, black, red, gray |
| Coat: | The thick double coat is weather resistant. |
| Character: | Norwegian Buhunds are intelligent, strong and independent. |
| Temperament: | Norwegian Buhunds get along well with children and other pets. |
| Care: | The coat needs to be brushed and bathed occasionally. |
| Training: | Norwegian Buhunds are very independent and need firm, patient, consistent training. |
| Activity: | This breed needs a yard with room to run. |
| Country of Origin: | Norway |
| Life Expectancy: | 11-13 |