What are the breed characteristics of Norwegian Elkhounds?
The Norwegian Elkhound belongs to FCI group 5, which are the point and primitive type dogs. Both moose dogs are almost square in build, they carry their tail curled up over their back.
Appearance and coat of the Norwegian Elkhound
With the appearance the two strokes differ particularly clearly.
The coat of the grey Norwegian Elkhound is of medium length with a coarse top coat and soft undercoat. The colour consists of different shades of grey with lighter markings. The tips of the topcoat are black. A black mask gives it an expressive face.
The coat of the black Norwegian Elkhound is jet black, with smaller markings allowed on the chest or paws.
Like all Spitz, Norwegian Elkhounds are square in build, have erect ears, alert eyes, and a tail curled over the back. The grey Norwegian Elkhound is more compact than the black one, which is more athletic and athletic.
How big does the Norwegian Elkhound grow?
For the grey Norwegian Elkhound, a height of 52 cm is considered ideal for males, and 49 cm for females. The black Norwegian Elkhound is somewhat smaller. Here males should be 46 to 49 cm high, bitches 43 to 46 cm.
How much does a Norwegian Elkhound weigh?
The grey Norwegian Elkhound will weigh 20 to 24 kg. The black Norwegian Elkhound remains somewhat lighter, weighing up to 19 kg.
How old does a grey Norwegian Elkhound live?
The life expectancy of the Norwegian Elkhound is stated to be twelve to fifteen years. This makes the Norwegian Elkhound, like most Spitz, one of the more long-lived breeds.