Dog breeds :
Norsk Elghund Gra / Norwegian Elkhound grey
Owner: Charles & Carolyn Cain
General
The Norwegian Elkhound is a hardy gray hunting dog. In appearance, a typical
northern dog of medium size and substance, square in profile, close coupled and
balanced in proportions. The head is broad with prick ears, and the tail is tightly curled
and carried over the back. The distinctive gray coat is dense and smooth lying. As a
hunter, the Norwegian Elkhound has the courage, agility and stamina to hold moose
and other big game at bay by barking and dodging attack, and the endurance to track
for long hours in all weather over rough and varied terrain.
Characteristics
A hardy hunting Spitz with a bold energetic disposition. The Norwegian Elkhound is a square and athletic member of the northern dog family.
His unique coloring, weather resistant coat and stable disposition make him an ideal
multipurpose dog at work or at play.
Temperament
In temperament, the Norwegian Elkhound is bold and energetic, an effective guardian
yet normally friendly, with great dignity and independence of character. Friendly, intelligent and independent without any sign of
nervousness.
History
he Norwegian Elkhound is one of many breeds of the Spitz family, or, as
they are often referred to, the Northern Breeds. Throughout its history
this multi-talented breed has been used as a herding dog, sled dog,
guardian and hunter. As its name implies, it is from Norway, and it was
used (and still is), to hunt elk, as well as other game such as moose, bear
and wolf. They are believed to be a very ancient breed, with ancestors
known in Viking times. In Norway, only dogs that qualify in the Norwegian
Hunting Trials may be awarded the title of breed champion. The gray coat
color is usually darker in European members of the breed. Even when used
as a hard hunter, they make a wonderful family pet.
This breed was first imported into England after World War I, then to
Canada in 1928.
Origin
Norway
Utilization
Hunting
Classification
Spitz and primitive types
Size
Medium
Height
Dogs 52 cm (20½ ins) at shoulder. Bitches 49 cm (19½ ins) at shoulder.
Weight
Dogs approx. 23 kg (50 lbs). Bitches approx. 20 kg (43 lbs).
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