Health 
 
 

As with nearly all dog breeds, there are medical problems. Some to lesser degree,
some have a very long list, but they all have some kind of problem or problems.
The Norwegian Lundehund has a protein absorption issue called IL or PLE.

There is a great deal of misinformation concerning a protein absorption issue
with the breed. Some call it "Lundehund Syndrome", but that is not accurate.
There are at least seven other breeds known to have this same protein problem.
Research is on going in our breed as well as for the other breeds to find answers that
will give our owners more ideas on how to better manage the problem if it arises, until
the exact cause and/or cure is found. All Lundehunds have a tendency towards having
it although some may never show the symptoms or have any actual problems with
it. It can be treated medically and with diet.

If you have been to another club's website and read the "horror" stories concerning
this issue, PLEASE remember that the members of that site do not want others to
share this special breed, they are willing to publish whatever derogatory information they
can in order to limit the number of people interested in this mystical and wonderful dog.
Do not allow their information to scare you away from considering owning this breed.

Any reputable Lundehund breeder will openly discuss this issue with you in detail. If they
do not bring it up, you the potential buyer, bring it up. It they appear to skirt or evade the
issue, beware. Good breeders want to get their puppies or adults into the best home for
that animal. That can only happen when there is honesty and information openly
departed to prospective owners.
 

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