The Canine Field Guide
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Herding Group — Origin: Norway

Norwegian Buhund

A medium-sized herding-group dog known for being energetic and alert.

Size
Medium
Weight
1218 kg
Lifespan
1215 yrs
Strength
3
Stamina
5
Trainability
6
Friendliness
5

At a mid-life age of 13.5 years, this breed is roughly

75.8 human years old

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What it eats

  • Balanced dry kibble with lean protein
  • Two meals a day portioned to activity level
  • Fish oil supplement for coat health

What it does

  • Daily walks and yard play
  • Fetch in short bursts
  • Casual obedience games

Habitat

Does best with a yard or frequent walks; comfortable in suburban homes with space to move.

Daily exercise needs

Bred with a bold streak, this breed keeps its condition with moderate daily exertion.

Moderate exertion~80 min/day

Field note

Hailing from Norway, the Norwegian Buhund has been recognized as part of the Herding group for generations of purposeful breeding.

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