Author: Meesha Van Etten

​Every year, starting with 2011, the AKC publishes their breed rankings by breed popularity (registration numbers). So where does the Norwegian Buhund stack up?

2018 - Rank 165 / 192 Recognized Breeds (2 New Breeds​ Recognized in 2018)

2017 - Rank 170 / 190 Recognized Breeds (No New Breeds Recognized in 2017)

​2016 - Rank 174 / 190 Recognized Breeds (3 New Breeds Recognized in 2016)

​2015 - Rank 165 / 187 Recognized Breeds (7 New Breeds Recognized in 2015)

​2014 - Rank 172 / 180 Recognized Breeds (2 New Breeds​ Recognized in 2014)

​2013 - Rank 166 / 178 Recognized Breeds (3 New Breeds Recognized in 2013)

​2012 - Rank 163 / 175 Recognized Breeds (2 New Breeds Recognized in 2012)

​2011 - Rank 165 / 173 Recognized Breeds (5 New Breeds Recognized in 2011)

​2010 - No breed rankings available. 168 Recognized Breeds. (3 New Breeds Recognized in 2010)

​​2009 - Norwegian Buhund recognized by the AKC along with 5 other breeds that year. No breed rankings available. 165 Recognized Breeds.

​2008 - No breed rankings available. 159 Recognized Breeds.

​Norwegian Buhunds are a very rare spitz breed that is in danger of becoming extinct without preservation breeding.

"When we tell the story of the Norwegian Buhund, we must distinguish between the old Norwegian word buhund and the more modern-day dog breed with the same name. They are two different entities – although also the same.

When Snorri Sturluson mentioned the buhund in his Viking sagas, he referred to a type of dog based on its role among the humans and its abilities – rather than its exact appearance. The word buhund means a settlement-, homestead-, or farm dog.

The first Norwegian Buhund breed-standard came in 1926, based on a dog that had evolved, lived, and worked with the Norwegians since time immemorial. Historically, this was an all-purpose dog with many talents and skills.

The 1926 standard focussed on the buhund’s strength as a sheep dog – but let us start with the beginning."

Read More At: https://www.talknorway.no/norwegian-buhund-a-dog-with-deep-roots-in-history/

"Only the Norwegian Elkhound, Grey is safe. The six other Norwegian dog breeds are at risk, with the Hygen Hound as the most endangered with only fourteen new puppies last year."

Read More At: ​https://thornews.com/2012/01/29/six-of-seven-norwegian-dog-breeds-in-danger-of-extinction/

Author: Meesha Van Etten

Group-Ring Ramp Etiquette:
Everything above plus -

• Before the group goes in, make sure the ramp is in the ring and down – even if you aren’t going to be using it, other breeds in the herding group do use it and it shows you are looking out for others.
• If the judge is not a judge you had previously shown to:
  • It would be wise to ask the steward if the judge would like the Buhund shown on the ramp or on the ground.
  • You may default to using the ramp in groups for ease of judging.
• If it is a judge you had previously shown to, tend toward whatever the judge had you do for breed (ground/ramp) or ask the steward kindly.

Author: Meesha Van Etten

​Cost: $70.00 USD

​Materials Used:

• 2 Count – 3/4 Inch or 1 Inch MDF Sheet 2 Feet x 4 Feet
• 2 Count – 4 Inch Strap Hinge
• 4 Count – Precut 24 Inch 2x4 Lumber
• 8 Count – 2 Inch Screws
• Optional: 4 Count – L Brackets with screws
• 8.5 Linear Feet of Ribbed Vinyl Runner (I Purchased A Runner 27” Wide)
• 1 Count of HOMEeasy Clear Double-Sided Seam Tape

​Tools Needed:

• Utility Blade
• Drill
• Saw
• Optional: Square

Please see our article on Ramp Etiquette here.