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Norwegian Puffin Dog (Norsk Lundehund)
Small Breed
The Norwegian Puffin Dog is friendly and loving, happy snuggling with human or canine friends. Energetic, the Norwegian Puffin Dog is a dog that loves to play and will do so for hours on end.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Norway
Weight
Male 7 kgs/15 lbs; Females 6 kgs/13 lbs (Standards may vary)
Height
Males 35-38 cm/14-15 1/4 inches; Females 32-35 cm / 12 3/4 - 14 inches (Standards may vary)
Coat
Dense, rough hair with a soft undercoat
Markings
Always combined with white: red - fawn, black and grey. White and dark patches.
Lifespan
About 12 years
They are a beautiful breed to look at with their soft coat and athletic frame. Talented hunters, the Norwegian Puffin Dog has now earned a reputation as a loyal and friendly companion.
Temperament
The Norwegian Puffin Dog is a loving breed of dog that is friendly and social, happy to spend time with people that love it. They can be independent and are alert, energetic and love to play all day long if they can find a willing partner. Consistent and sensitive training from an early age will assist in compliance to requests.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
The Norwegian Puffin Dog is a beautiful breed of dog with a wonderful, sociable temperament. The Norwegian Puffin Dog was originally bred as a hunter.
- A very good companion
- Performs well as a watchdog and hunting dog
- Doesn't require trimming or stripping
- Requires sufficient daily exercise
- Can be very stubborn
- Requires regular grooming
- Can be prone to digestive problems