Sitting Norwegian Lundehund dog breed panting against a white background
Sitting Norwegian Lundehund dog breed panting against a white background

Traits and Characteristics

type

Non-Sporting

weight

12 to 18 pounds

height

12 to 15 inches

family

Spitz

Traits and Characteristics

type

Non-Sporting

weight

12 to 18 pounds

height

12 to 15 inches

family

Spitz

The Norwegian Lundehund is a unique Spitz-type dog, originally bred to catch puffins in Norway. They have extra toes that help them grasp cliffs, and their heads are so flexible they can bend them all the way backward. They are athletic and agile dogs with a medium-length double coat and soft underfur to keep them warm. 

  • Energy Levellevel 4 in 5

  • Exercise Requirementslevel 3 in 5

  • Playfulnesslevel 3 in 5

  • Affection Levellevel 3 in 5

  • Friendliness to Dogslevel 3 in 5

  • Friendliness to Other Petslevel 3 in 5

  • Friendliness to Strangerslevel 2 in 5

  • Watchfulnesslevel 3 in 5

  • Ease of Traininglevel 2 in 5

  • Grooming Requirementslevel 2 in 5

  • Heat Sensitivitylevel 3 in 5

  • Vocalitylevel 5 in 5

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