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Houndmedium🌍 Norwaymoose-hunting northern spitz
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Alert, bold, friendly, independent
Popularity
567
Darker, smaller elkhound variety; hardy hunter and alert home guardian.
Lifespan
12–15 years
Coat
thick, hard, weather-resisting, smooth-lying double coat
Colors
solid black with possible white chest
Male height
19–20 in
Female height
18–20 in
Male weight
45–60 lb
Female weight
40–55 lb
Review status
reviewed
Primary source
Temperament & training
Energy
4
Trainability
3
Playfulness
3
Protectiveness
3
Prey drive
4
Barking
3
Household fit
Kid friendly
4
Apartment friendly
2
Novice owner friendly
2
Good with other dogs
2
Good with strangers
3
Care & environment
Shedding
4
Grooming
2
Drooling
1
Coat length
2
Exercise needs
4
Heat tolerance
2
Cold tolerance
5
