Norwegian Elkhound Research Paper

Norwegian Elkhounds They weigh between 40-50 pounds, and they stand about nineteen inches at the shoulder. They usually have a thick grey coat, with a soft undercoat and a coarse outer coat. They were bred for hunting large game such as elk, mountain lions, bears, lynx, and moose. To this day, they are still used for hunting, but are also great companions or watchdogs. The history of the Norwegian Elkhound starts around 5000 B.C., around the time when Vikings existed. The Vikings took a liking to the dogs, and they were taken on journeys and used on farms, but were also known for companionship. During the 1800s, Norwegians became attentive in perpetuating certain breeds of dogs. In 1877, the first Norwegian bench show took place in Oslo, held by “Norsk Jeger og Fiskerforening,” a Norwegian hunting and fishing club. There were fifteen bear and elk dogs within the one hundred twenty-four hunting dogs that were also entered into the show. This lead to the recognition of the Swedish and Norwegian Kennel Clubs, and the Norwegian Elkhound became known as “Norway’s special contribution to the world of …show more content…
Their coat consists of a coarse, rough outer coat, providing a weather resistant layer on the top. They have a dense, woolen, soft undercoat, and is the thickest around the neck and the tail, whereas it is the shortest on the head and forequarters. They have a distinct, unique, fluffy tail, which is curled towards the centerline of its back. They have a wedge-shaped head, and erect ears. They are typically medium sized, and are built for strength and endurance, and also have exceptional capabilities as far as stamina. They weigh between 40-50 pounds, and stand about nineteen inches at the shoulder. Males are slightly taller, and weigh more than females. The average lifespan for this companion is around twelve to fifteen