This breed originated in the fishing village Mastad. These dogs were used to hunt Puffins. Their build and unique characteristics allowed them to scale cliffs and maneuver through caves where the Puffins lived. It is thought that the Norwegian Lundehund or its close relative survived the last ice age. At one time, this breed was almost extinct with only five dogs remaining. All Norwegian Lundehund that live today descended from those five.

Also called Norwegian Puffin Dog.