Norwegian Buhund

Origin

Norway

Attractive to:

A spitz fan who can cope with a high energy dog. The Buhund makes an excellent agility dog.

Not the best for:

Anyone who would struggle with a clever dog that gets bored easily.

Aliases:

Buhund

Cross between:

None

Size:

Medium
A bit smaller than a Labrador.

Exercise Needs:

Medium (About an hour)
Doesn't have to be a solid hour, you can give them lots of short walks.

Coat:

Double trouble!
There she blows. Dense undercoat that could stuff a mattress when you start combing it out.

Shedding:

Fluff monster
Buy shares in Dyson - tell people you are wearing mohair if embarrassed

Life expectancy:

13 years

Good first dog?:

Yes