Norwegian Elkhound

Daddy (Ken Trenholm)

Oct 25 |21:35
Last Updated on Fri, 13 Nov 2009 03:02
N O R W E G I A N  E L K H O U N D ~ H I G H L I G H T S

Breed Name
Norwegian Elkhound
Rank (out of 136 breeds)
055
Personality Snapshot
Fearless and friendly; a reliable, energetic and alert companion for children and a sensible guard.


Breed NameNorwegian Elkhound
Rank (out of 136 breeds)055
Points (out of 100)62
Dog Group TypeHound
DominanceModerate High
Obedience (Ease of Training)Good
AffectionModerate
Good with Kids (Source 1)Excellent
Good With Kids (Source 2)Excellent
Friendly with Other DogsNot Good
Friendly with Family PetsNot Good
Friendly with StrangersGood
Dog Bite Free RatingExcellent
Bark Over Bite RatingPoor
Bark Crazy (likelihood to bark for little reason)4 out of 10
Watch Dog AbilityAwesome
Guard Dog AbilityGreat
SizeMedium
Exercise RequirementsModerate
Jog Companion AbilityExcellent
Level of SheddingSeasonly High
Level of TrimmingNone
Overall Level of Grooming RequiredModerate
Life Span12 to 15 years of age

You are more than welcome to obtain additional information on the ranking system used by our family and where we got our information. Please note that the above scores are based on the traits (or instincts) of a particular breed and that it is important to get to know your prospective dog before making your decision to bring a Norwegian Elkhound into your family. This is a decision you will have to live with for 12 to 15 years of age as Norwegian Elkhound pups can live between 12 to 15 years of age.

My Life as a Norwegian Elkhound
Fearless and friendly; a reliable, energetic and alert companion for children and a sensible guard.

Home Environment
Will be OK in an apartment if sufficiently exercised. Best with a large yard.

Norwegian Elkhound Inherited Diseases
The following information is a direct link to the Canine Inherited Disorders Database, a project of the Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island. This information lists inherited diseases which are more commonly reported in the Norwegian Elkhound

Norwegian Elkhound Wiki

Where to buy a Norwegian Elkhound : A Directory and Review
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