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Houndmedium🌍 Norwaymoose-hunting northern spitz
Norwegian Elkhound
Loyal, bold, alert, friendly
Popularity
719
Nordic big-game hunter; robust, vocal, and loyal, with a thick double coat.
Lifespan
12–15 years
Coat
thick, hard, weather-resisting, smooth-lying double coat
Colors
gray with black-tipped guard hairs, light undercoat
Male height
20.5–21.5 in
Female height
19.5–20.5 in
Male weight
50–60 lb
Female weight
45–55 lb
Review status
reviewed
Primary source
Temperament & training
Energy
4
Trainability
3
Playfulness
4
Protectiveness
3
Prey drive
4
Barking
4
Household fit
Kid friendly
4
Apartment friendly
2
Novice owner friendly
2
Good with other dogs
3
Good with strangers
3
Care & environment
Shedding
5
Grooming
3
Drooling
1
Coat length
4
Exercise needs
4
Heat tolerance
2
Cold tolerance
5
