How tall is a Norwegian Buhund?

An adult Norwegian Buhund stands about 18 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.

Is a Norwegian Buhund considered a medium dog?

Yes — at 18" / 36 lb, the Norwegian Buhund falls into the medium-breed size class (shoulder height 16–22"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #143 tallest.

How does a Norwegian Buhund compare to a person?

At 18" tall, a Norwegian Buhund stands about 28% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

Norwegian Buhund Size Compared to a Person

A Norwegian Buhund stands 18″ at the shoulder and weighs about 36 lb — that puts it at 28% of the height of an average adult (5′4″ / 64″). Of the 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #143 by shoulder height and falls into the medium-breed size class (Medium breeds, 16–22").

Norwegian Buhund next to a person at scale — 18-inch shoulder height, 36 lb. Drawn by iDogNames. — Norwegian Buhund at 18″ / 36 lb, next to an average adult at 5′4″ / 135 lb. Drawn to AKC breed standards.

How a Norwegian Buhund compares

	Norwegian Buhund	Person	Difference
Shoulder height	18″	64″	-46″
Weight	36 lb	135 lb	-99 lb

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About the Norwegian Buhund

The Norwegian Buhund is a versatile and energetic spitz breed that has been a faithful companion to Norwegians for over a thousand years. Originally used for herding livestock and guarding farms in Norway's rugged terrain, the Buhund is an agile, hardy dog with a wedge-shaped head, pointed ears, and a tightly curled tail. Their dense double coat typically comes in wheaten or black, built to withstand the cold Scandinavian climate.

Similar-size breeds

The 8 breeds in the Medium size class with shoulder height closest to the Norwegian Buhund.

Field Spaniel — 18″ / 43 lb (same height)
Icelandic Sheepdog — 18″ / 30 lb (same height)
Irish Terrier — 18″ / 27 lb (same height)
Keeshond — 18″ / 40 lb (same height)
Spinone Italiano — 18″ / 75 lb (same height)
American Pit Bull Terrier — 19″ / 50 lb (+1″ vs Norwegian Buhund)
American Staffordshire Terrier — 19″ / 63 lb (+1″ vs Norwegian Buhund)
American Water Spaniel — 17″ / 38 lb (−1″ vs Norwegian Buhund)

Frequently asked

How tall is a Norwegian Buhund?: An adult Norwegian Buhund stands about 18 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.
Is a Norwegian Buhund considered a medium dog?: Yes — at 18" / 36 lb, the Norwegian Buhund falls into the medium-breed size class (shoulder height 16–22"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #143 tallest.
How does a Norwegian Buhund compare to a person?: At 18" tall, a Norwegian Buhund stands about 28% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

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