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Norwegian Buhund
A dog breed
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Weight
13.6–18.4 kg
Size
Medium
Lifespan
11–14 ans
Energy
Élevé
Coat
Black or wheaten, preferably solid.
Maintenance
Élevé
Training
Très élevé
The Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Shepherd is a dog breed of Norwegian origin. It is a spitz-type dog, with a black or wheat-colored coat. Very versatile, it is used as a Herding Dog and Guard Dog.
Profile
At a glance
Energy
Élevé
Trainability
Très élevé
Maintenance
Élevé
Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.
⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds
L'essentiel
- 1Medium size (13.6–18.4 kg) — balance between presence and practicality.
- 2Life expectancy: 11 to 14 years on average, depending on hygiene and diet.
- 3High energy level — at least 1 hour of activity per day for their wellbeing.
- 4Regular grooming — brushing 3 to 5 times per week.
Chapter 1
Getting to know the Norwegian Buhund
Our selection
Dry food suited to the Norwegian Buhund
Origins & history
A story told
The Norwegian Buhund is very common in Scandinavia in the Middle Ages, it was introduced in 874 by Norwegian colonizers to Iceland, where it was at the origin of all local breeds. Its name simply means herding (bu) dog (hund). Outside of Norway, the Norwegian Shepherd is today found in Great Britain and Australia.
Character
Daily temperament
The Norwegian Buhund is described in the FCI standard as a courageous, energetic, and friendly dog.
Physical
Breed standard
The Norwegian Buhund is a spitz-type dog, compact, of size slightly below average. The body is inscriptible in a square. The tail is carried firmly curled on the back. The wide head narrows sharply at the stop. The dark eyes are oval in shape. The ears are straight and pointed, carried firmly erect. The topcoat is thick, abundant, and hard, rather smooth and laid with a soft and thick undercoat. On the head and front part of the limbs, the coat is comparatively shorter. It is longer on the neck, chest, back of the thighs, and tail. Two colors are admitted by the standard:
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Wheat (biscuit): this is a light beige to yellow-red; the color is frank and bright preferably. The coat can be charcoaled without influencing the base color. A mask is authorized. The coat should contain as little white as possible. Black. Preferably solid (without too much bronze discoloration).
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What human age for a norwegian buhund ?
The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 11–14 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.
10 à 22 kg — a giant dog ages significantly faster than a small dog after maturity.
Equivalent human age
29years
Adulte
Most stable period. Monthly weigh-in, annual vet visit, dental care — this determines quality of life in later years.
Method: AVMA table: 15 human years in year one, +9 in year two, then +5 per year for a moyen dog.
These equivalences are statistical benchmarks drawn from published veterinary tables. Every animal ages at its own pace, depending on genetics, diet and care. This calculator is neither a diagnosis nor veterinary advice.
Alert
To avoid for dog
Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.
- low-fat cocoa powderModerate
- maltitolModerate
- cocoa pasteModerate
- onion piecesModerate
Calculator · daily ration
How much to give a norwegian buhund ?
Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for dog. Adjust according to package recommendations.
Result
206 g
per day · 784 kcal
103 g / repas (2 par jour)
Calculation for food of 380 kcal/100g.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Norwegian Buhund
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Sources & official links
Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.
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