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| Breed: Norwegian Elkhound | Group (AKC):
Hound (not elk) |  |
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| Country of Origin | Stone Age Scandanavia, Vikings, 4000-5000 BC |
| Type of coat | medium length, thick, dense undercoat, year-round shedding |
| Grooming | daily brushing required, regular bathing, nail trimming, ear cleaning |
| Average height | 19-21 inches |
| Average weight | 45-60 pounds |
| Activity level | high |
| Watchdog | good potential, territorial, will bark |
| Protection | no |
| Intelligence | high |
| Trainability | excellent sense of smell might distract during training, can be stubborn and dominant, firm and consistent methods required |
| Compatibility with children | older children only, no roughhousing, no tug of war games |
| Character | friendly, bold, energetic, intelligent, strong, alert, independent, athletic, dignified, poised, aloof |
| Ideal home environment | house with fenced yard, exercise daily |
| Ideal owner | strong leader with time to train, exercise, and groom |
| Suggestions: | early obedience training and socializaton |
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