Did you know that the Norwegian Lundehund is a polydactyl? With seven toes on each paw, these dogs were bred to assist in hunting puffins, usually located in caves and in cliff nests. Even their heads are flexibly, which can be bent backwards along their own spine.

This breed is considered an old breed, dating back to the 1600′s. They almost went extinct during World War II when canine distemper infected the Norwegian Coast. Though still rare, there are roughly 2,000 Norwegian Lundehund in the world and only 300 in the US.

Norwegian Lundehunds love to chase after birds and live for about 10 years. They are known to be difficult to house-train, love to dig & bark, and can be very suspicious of strangers.

To learn more about this intelligent, active and mischievous breed, visit the Norwegian Lundehund Association Of America.