Dog breeds Group 5 - Section 3 FCI – Nordic Watchdogs and Herders

In the section 3 you will find dog breeds from the northern parts of Europe, from North America and also from Asia.

They all have a very dense coat with a strong undercoat. So they can do their job as herding dogs on farms and with herds of cattle in all weather conditions.. In the meantime, beauty and form are also important in raising these persevering and eager working dogs. They are also occasionally kept as family companions in their country of origin..

Due to centuries of breeding for use as a herding dog, it is especially important when keeping a dog of this type that it has a lot of possibilities of movement. These extremely versatile dogs need a task in order to live out their urge to work and their drive to move..

The FCI (Federation Cynologique Internationale) recognize 337 races and each one is ‘property’ from a specific country, where it had its origin. All of them are included in 10 Groups under one registration number, a section number and a group number.

Standard – classification FCI

Group 5: Spitz and primitive types.

Section 3: Nordic Watchdogs and Herders.

1 Norwegian Buhund

FCI 237 . Nordic Watchdogs and Herders.

Origin: Norway
Character: Loving and guardian
Weight: 12 to 18 Kg
Height: 43,2 to 45,8 cm.

The Norwegian Buhund It is usually excellent obedience and dog agility competitions.

The Norwegian Buhund (Norsk Buhund, Nordiske Spitz-sinks, Norwegian Sheepdog or

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2 Lapponian Herder

FCI 284 - Nordic Watchdogs and Herders.

Origin: Finland
Character: Obedient and vigilant
Weight: 25 - 32 Kg
Height: Female: 43–49 cm, Male: 48–54 cm

It barks a lot, especially when he is working.

The similarities of Lapponian Herder with the Finnish dog

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3 Icelandic Sheepdog

FCI 289 - Nordic Watchdogs and Herders.

Origin: Iceland
Character: Happy, lively, Nice, curious and courageous.
Weight: 9,1 - 13,6 kg
Height: Male: 42 - 48 cm Female: 38 - 44 cm.

The muzzle expression of the Icelandic Sheepdog recalls a smile that highlights your cheerful temperament.

Where does he come from

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4 Finnish Lapphund

FCI 189 - Nordic Watchdogs and Herders.

Origin: Finland
Character: Lively, cheerful and faithful.
Weight: 15 - 24 Kg
Height: Males: 46 - 52 cm Hembras: 40 - 46 cm.

In southern Europe it has been known for very recently, and is likely to succeed when its qualities are discovered.

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5 Swedish Lapphund

FCI 135 - Nordic Watchdogs and Herders.

Origin: Sweden
Character: Brave, calm and willful.
Weight: 19–21 kg
Height: Males: 48 cm. - females: 43 cm.

In experienced hands the Swedish Lapphund is a loyal and robust companion.

Origin and history

The “Swedish Lapland Dog” shares its

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6 Swedish Vallhund

FCI 14 - Nordic Watchdogs and Herders.

Origin: Sweden
Character: Cheerful and guardian
Weight: 9 to 14 Kg
Height: 31 to 33 cm.

The Swedish Vallhund is `virtually unknown outside the Nordic countries.

The Swedish Vallhund (Västgötaspets), Also known as "Dog"

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