Live Life Team
Norrbottenspets were originally bred in Sweden for centuries. While they have an ancient past, they first became a recognizable breed in the seventeenth century. They were chiefly used as hunting dogs during this time. They use sight, sound and scent to help flush animals from their dens. They are particularly adept at hunting grouse, although they have been known to go for larger prey as well.
Although Norrbottenspets were a popular dog breed long ago, they almost became extinct at the end of World War 2. Through the efforts of devoted Norrbottenspets breed lovers, the population of this dog began to spread in the 1950s. Now they are no longer in danger of extinction, although their numbers are still rather low. Besides being popular in Sweden, Norrbottenspets can also be found in Finland under the name of Pohjanpystykorva. While they were once used exclusively as hunting dogs, they are now used as pets and companions of individuals and families.
Norrbottenspets are one of the smallest hunting breeds of dog. They have a relatively small, sleek frame that makes them look a bit like a fox. Their height averages between 40 and 47 centimetres while their weight stays between 11 and 15 kilograms. Their bodies are a bit longer than they are tall. Their ears stick up and end in points, while their tails curl up and onto their hips. Although their colours can vary, most Norrbottenspets have chiefly white coats. They also tend to have brown, tan, yellow or orange spots on their back and face.
