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# The Norwegian Lundehund: temperament, price, health, and breeders
Norway
Small rare Norwegian Spitz, lively and agile, historically dedicated to puffin hunting.
Size SmallLife expectancy 10–12 yearsBudget ≈ €81/monthPuppy €1,000 – €1,400
[Find a breeder 1](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-norwegian-lundehund) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=norwegian-lundehund)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Find your ideal breed with our online quiz!](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-dog)
Families and children Very good
Daily exercise needs High
Apartment living Limited
First-time owners Good
Other pets Good
Tolerance of being alone Fair
Guarding instinct Good
Strengths and weaknesses
- Natural agility: Its flexibility and distinctive morphology make it a small dog that is very comfortable on varied terrain.
- Devoted companion: It generally forms a strong bond with its family while maintaining a balanced temperament.
- Good resistance to cold: Its dense double coat allows it to withstand cool and humid climates well.
- Need for activity: He does not cope well with an overly sedentary lifestyle and needs substantial daily outings.
- Digestive sensitivity: The breed requires real vigilance regarding diet and gastrointestinal signs.
- Rare breed: Its limited distribution can make it harder to find a truly well-monitored breeding kennel.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Active owners: This breed suits people who are available to provide regular outings and stimulation.
- Home with outdoor space: A setting with a well-secured garden helps its balance, in addition to walks.
- Fans of rare Nordic breeds: Its distinctive profile appeals to households ready to understand an uncommon breed and its specific needs.
Not recommended for
- Very sedentary households: He may develop frustration and imbalance if his need for activity is not respected.
- People often absent: He copes poorly with a daily life lacking in interactions, outings and stimulation.
- Overheated housing without adaptation: This breed tolerates heat less well and requires precautions when temperatures rise.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
35 cmNorwegian Lundehund
- Height at the withers
- 32–38 cm
- Weight
- 5–8 kg
- Coat
- Medium-length, dense
- FCI group
- 5
- Origin
- Norway
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the Norwegian Lundehund in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The Norwegian Lundehund, also called Norsk Lundehund, is a very ancient breed from the coasts of Norway. It was selected for centuries for puffin hunting on steep cliffs and in rocky passages that are difficult to access. The first written accounts of its use date back several centuries. With the evolution of hunting techniques and the protection of the puffin, its utilitarian role has greatly diminished, but passionate breeders have enabled the preservation of this rare breed.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Norwegian Lundehund is a small Spitz-type dog, slightly longer than tall, with a supple and light silhouette. Its head is wedge-shaped, its triangular ears are erect and its eyes are slightly oblique. Its double coat is dense, with a harsh texture in the outer coat and a softer undercoat, which protects it well from the cold. The breed is famous for its anatomical peculiarities, notably its very mobile forelegs and its six-toed feet, useful for moving along steep coasts.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
Alert, energetic and attached to its owner, the Norwegian Lundehund has a balanced temperament. It retains a strong hunting instinct and real liveliness, while remaining pleasant to live with when it benefits from a suitable environment. It enjoys interaction with its family, without being overly demonstrative, and may be a little reserved in the face of novelty if its socialization has been insufficient.
Affectionate Playful Sociable
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
This dog needs movement, discoveries and an environment that allows it to exercise regularly. Despite its small size, it is not ideal in a space that is too confined if it lacks outings and stimulation. Curious and active, it likes to explore, play and take part in household life. Its balance relies on a routine rich in physical activity, mental occupations and contact with its humans.
Training
## Training and socialization
His training must be carried out with consistency, calm and firmness, without brutality. The Norwegian Lundehund responds better to positive, structured and consistent methods, combined with early socialization. It is important to channel his liveliness and natural independence from the youngest age in order to obtain a reliable companion, comfortable in his own skin and pleasant on a daily basis.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Norwegian Lundehund
The Norwegian Lundehund is a rare breed, which strongly influences its purchase price. The seriousness of the breeding, the quality of health monitoring, the availability of bloodlines and the rarity of the breed on the market matter more than the simple aesthetic aspect.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/norwegian-lundehund/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
Overall, the Norwegian Lundehund is a rather robust dog, well adapted to cold climates thanks to its double coat. Vigilance mainly concerns certain digestive disorders found in the breed, as well as a few orthopedic problems. Regular veterinary follow-up, a well-tolerated diet and good monitoring of the general condition are essential to preserve its quality of life.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/norwegian-lundehund/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Norwegian Lundehund needs a complete, digestible, good-quality diet, adapted to its size, its age and its activity level. Given the digestive sensitivity described in the breed, regularity and the choice of well-tolerated ingredients are particularly important.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/norwegian-lundehund/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The Norwegian Lundehund is among the rarest dog breeds. It is mainly known for its distinctive anatomical characteristics, in particular its six functional toes on the front feet and its great joint flexibility, inherited from its historical specialization on the Norwegian cliffs. Its other name, Norsk Lundehund, directly recalls its country of origin and its former role as a puffin hunter.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Norwegian Lundehund
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Is the Norwegian Lundehund suited to apartment living?
Not really, unless the dog gets plenty of outings, stimulation and a very active lifestyle. Despite its small size, this breed likes to move and explore, and does not tolerate a sedentary lifestyle well.
### Does the Norwegian Lundehund shed a lot?
Yes, especially during the two annual shedding periods. Outside these phases, weekly brushing is often enough, but during shedding more frequent grooming is necessary.
## Find a Norwegian Lundehund breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Norwegian Lundehund breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### Norwegian Lundehund breeders by country
[1 breeder of Norwegian Lundehund in Austria](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-norwegian-lundehund/austria) [1 breeder of Norwegian Lundehund in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-norwegian-lundehund) [1 breeder of Norwegian Lundehund in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-norwegian-lundehund/germany)
[All breeders of Norwegian Lundehund in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-norwegian-lundehund)
## Ready to welcome a Norwegian Lundehund?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-norwegian-lundehund)
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