Norwegian Elkhound Dog Breed
- Breed Type: Hound Dogs
- Origin: Norway
- Height: 19 - 20 inches
- Weight: 44 - 51 pounds
- Life Span: 12 - 15 years
- Fur Color: Black and white coloring, often noted as grey or silver
About the Norwegian Elkhound
The Norwegian Elkhound is one of the Northern Spitz-type breed of dog and is the National Dog of Norway. The Elkhound has served as a hunter, guardian, herder, and defender. It is known for its courage in tracking and hunting moose and other large game, such as bears or wolves.
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