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Norwegian Elkhound Information and Pictures, Norwegian Elkhounds

I still need to correct her but it's so much easier on her and me, she responds so much quicker.
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When Tia wears her normal collar and she reacts to something she sees, for example another dog or tries to suddenly pull off to the side, correcting her took a lot of effort.
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He is a loyal, affectionate dog, and thoroughly enjoys his non-canine family members (cats & ferrets).
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While the collar is not a magic tool, it sure did help.
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Take a Breed Quiz Dogs Caught in the Act Those Amazing Dogs Dog Care Training and More Designer Dogs?
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___________________________________ "Sophie, shown here as an adult, is a great Norwegian Elkhound.
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Norwegian Elkhound Rescue

LOVE IN PAIRS Looking to adopt more than one dog?
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If you wish to refer a needy dog to us, please use the Submit for Adoption form to provide as much information as possible.
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If there is no dog listed near you, please go to Petfinder.com and help a shelter dog.
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If you cannot adopt a needy Elkhound now, but would like to help with our efforts, you can make a donation to: John Nelsen Moosedog Rescue Fund P.O.
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We have received our determination letter from the IRS and are classified as a tax exempt organization described in section 501c3.
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Should the match not work for all concerned, the dog will be re-listed for adoption.
www.elkhoundrescue.org

Norwegian Elkhounds: What's Good About 'Em? What's Bad About 'Em?

Elkhounds don't need miles of running exercise, but they must have daily opportunities to vent their energy in a large, safely-enclosed area.
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If you'd like to consult with me personally about whether the Norwegian Elkhound might be a good dog breed for your family, I offer a Dog Breed Consulting Service.
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But when you acquire an adult dog, you're acquiring what he already IS and you can decide whether he is the right dog for you based on that reality.
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Adopting a Dog From a Dog Breed Rescue Group Adopting a Dog From the Animal Shelter Copyright (C) 2000-2012 by Michele Welton.
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But you can avoid or minimize some negative traits by (1) carefully choosing the right puppy from the right breeder; (2) raising and training your puppy in all the right ways; (3) choosing an adult dog who has already proven that he doesn't have negative traits.
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To teach your Elkhound to listen to you, "Respect Training" is mandatory.
www.yourpurebredpuppy.com/reviews/norwegianelkhounds.html

Norwegian Elkhound Association of America - neaa.net

Norwegian Elkhound Association of America - neaa.net NEAA Information Membership Application Dues For Clubs For Members Code of Ethics Mission Statement Board of Directors Bylaws Working Rules Public Information Events Upcoming Events Futurity, Maturity 2012 National Specialty Reservation Info Schedule of Events Adopt A Trophy List of Judges Publicity Booklet Premium List All In One Order Form Past Results Clubs Awards A.
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The Norwegian Elkhound Association of America shall not, in any event, be liable for any special, indirect, or consequential damages or any damages whatsoever resulting from, arising out of, or in connection with the use or performance of information available from this web site.
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For more information on the NEAA contact the NEAA Corresponding Secretary.
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It has been our policy to contribute to the study of diseases and hereditary defects in dogs - especially those of current concern in our breed and hopefully of benefit to other breeds.
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We hope you enjoy exploring our web site to find out more about the Norwegian Elkhound.
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Norwegian Elkhound Dog Breed Profile Information, Pictures, Traits ...

Smart as can be, he also has a wonderful sense of humor.
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The Norwegian Elkhound became a breed of interest after the Norwegian Hunters Association held its first dog show in 1877.
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Mouthy breeds tend to really enjoy a game of fetch, as well as a good chew on a chew toy that's been stuffed with kibble and treats.
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Consider whether you have the time and patience for a dog that needs a lot of grooming, or the money to pay someone else to do it.
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If you want a heat- sensitive breed, the dog will need to stay indoors with you on warm or humid days, and you'll need to be extra cautious about exercising your dog in the heat.
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Don't insert anything into the ear canal; just clean the outer ear.Begin accustoming your Elkhound to being brushed and examined when he's a puppy.
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American Kennel Club - Norwegian Elkhound

Lips are tightly closed and teeth meet in a scissors bite.
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Comparatively small; slightly taller than their width at the base with pointed (not rounded) tips.
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Short and even on head, ears, and front of legs; longest on back of neck, buttocks and underside of tail.
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Gait Normal for an active dog constructed for agility and endurance.
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The body is short and close-coupled with the rib cage accounting for most of its length.
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Tail set high, tightly curled, and carried over the centerline of the back.
www.akc.org/breeds/norwegian_elkhound/index.cfm

Norwegian Elkhound Puppies Breeders Elkhounds

All privately owned Elkhounds could be called by the Norwegian Defense Minister, by law, to serve in the wars!
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Norwegian Elkhounds were actually government property when it came to mobilizing them for sledding hitches that would carry military supplies during wartime.
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The FCI set out to organize this breed later on, by which they found that natural selection had created three distinctions among the breed: the Black Elkhound, which is the smallest, all black, and the rarest, the Grey Norwegian Elkhound, which is the most common and the middle sized breed, as well as the Jämthund, which was the largest, and used by the people to hunt large game in the Jämtland district of Sweden.
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Other health issues include PRA (Progressive Retinal Atrophy), lens luxation, glaucoma, renal problems and hypothyroidism.
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It is suggested you begin at about 12 weeks of age.
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In 1877 the breed was first exhibited with the Norwegian Hunters' Association.
puppydogweb.com/caninebreeds/norwelkhnd.htm

Norwegian elkhound: Definition from Answers.com

» More Answer these What is the confirmation of the norwegian elkhound?
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Dog (Canis lupus familiaris) The Norwegian Elkhound is one of the ancient Northern Spitz-type breed of dog and is the National Dog of Norway.
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The New Complete Norwegian Elkhound, revised edition, by Olav Wallo.
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An inevitable bond will develop between the dog's family, master, or pack, and if there is disloyalty, the dog will definitely feel it and be hurt.
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A Norwegian Elkhound being shown off at the Scandinavian Festival hosted by California Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks, CA Health Norwegian Elkhounds sometimes carry a genetic predisposition to suffer from progressive retinal atrophy, or, like many medium and large breeds, hip dysplasia, renal problems and cysts, particularly in later life; they are also prone to thyroid problems.
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It needs daily exercise, lest it become frustrated or even destructive.
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Elvbend Elkhounds

Puppies We occasionally know of breeders who do have or are planning litters, and we may occasionally have, or know of, young or retired adult dogs available, so please contact us if you are interested in a well-bred elkhound.
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For more information on the Elkhound, visit the Norwegian Elkhound Association of America's website at www.neaa.net.
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We breed only if we believe we have the expectation of an exceptional litter that will exemplify the Norwegian Elkhound in structure, temperament, and health.
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You can also visit our blog for more information at www.elvbendelkhounds.com/blog.
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All of our dogs are, first and foremost, our companions and friends, and as such, they share our home with us - they are not kennel dogs!
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Remarkably free of "doggy odor," the Elkhound does not require frequent bathing; however, the occasional bath will keep him looking and feeling good.
www.elvbendelkhounds.com

Norwegian Elkhounds - Kamia Kennels

Tora had 9 pups, 6 males, and 3 females, and they are all doing terrific.
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...more RecentEvents Nika Returns for a Visit Nika returned for a visit while Brett and Shelly were here to pick up Kari, Nika's sister!
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Blaine quickly found his favourite, Gryffin a big thick stout boy, Marissa was having the time of her life, they were all over her, she loved them all, she just had fun, and Cathy found one of the black faced rascals, just like her Bram that was her favourite.
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We are very proud of this group and especially proud of Tora, she is a powerhouse female Elkhound.
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It features some great information and pictures of the pups, along with some feedback on the little rascals ...Litter Update Issue 4 Our New Third Issue newsletter is now online.
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The barking and circling were two very effective methods to allow the hunter to get in close undetected as the game was distracted and constantly having to focus on the dogs.
www.kamiakennels.ca

Norwegian Elkhound : Dog Breed Selector : Animal Planet

Of all its roles, hunting elk (actually, moose) is this breed's forte.
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Either way, the elkhound's job is not to kill the elk, but to locate it and hold it at bay until the hunter can shoot it.
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The Norwegian elkhound combines traits of hounds and spitz-like dogs, resulting in a breed that is bold, playful, independent, alert, boisterous and ? unlike most hounds ? even protective.
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The breed has been exhibited in Scandinavian dog shows since that time and was brought to England and America shortly thereafter.
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Its double coat needs brushing twice a week and daily during main shedding season when it sheds a lot.
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If the elk stops, the dog begins barking furiously to alert the hunter.
animal.discovery.com/.../dog-breeds/hound/norwegian-elkhound.html

The Norwegian Elkhound

And Ed is starting to use an assistanance dog himself.
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They have to be able to "think on their feet," to have the confidence that allows them to make life-or-death decisions and act immediately.
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Elkhounds have been bred for pets for a relatively short amount of time.
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For the typical pet owner, this means the light silver undercoat sheds almost constantly (black will no longer be part of your wardrobe!).
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Breeding for this characteristic for 7000 years has produced a dog that likes making its own decisions, and is less willing to accept your direction.
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As a hunter, the Norwegian elkhound has the courage, agility and stamina to hold moose and other big game at bay by barking and dodging attack, and the endurance to track for long hours over rough and varied terrain.
sanctumelkhounds.homestead.com/Elkhound.html

Norwegian Elkhounds - Kamia Kennels

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My son Jay is sitting with Mia on the far right, who is the mother of both of these other two dogs.
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Loki-Bear is a beautiful Male, a very good representation of the quality of the pups that Mia and Takoda combine to produce.
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...more Elkhound growth and feeding requirements, comparisons from a pup to full grown, photos and so on all in our latest article.
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Tula, Sofi, Bosco, Reba and the two big boys up in MacKenzie, BC, Kona and Bruin, we have some exciting photos of our trip up through the Prince George and Williams Lake country to meet with the good folks from MacKenzie, Russ and Holly Gilmore.
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READ MORE In this image, Loki-Bear is on the left, he is around 8 months in this photo, I am holding a young female from the same parents as Loki-Bear, Mia and Takoda, and the young female is Tora.
www.kamiakennels.com/index.htm

Norwegian Elkhound Breed Information & Pictures (Norsk Elghund ...

Historically used as both a hunter and sled dog, its role was to keep game in one spot until the hunter arrived.
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It is believed that the original dogs of the breed were skeletally very similar to the current breed and it is considered to be one of the oldest breeds of domestic dogs.
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When bored or alone for long periods they can become problem barkers very quickly.
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They are the dog version of a distance runner, preferring longer walks and jogs to short bursts of activities.
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The under coat and underside of the dog is lighter gray to silver in color.
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The Norwegian Elkhound typically will respond to commands but tends to respond after considering the situation rather than upon the immediate command.
www.terrificpets.com/dog_breeds/Norwegian_Elkhound.asp

Norwegian Elkhound Information, Pictures, Reviews and Q&A ...

This breed is also prone to obesity and their food intake should be watched carefully.
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Starting off is this breed’s large round and long rectangular muzzle.
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Questions about training or behavior resulting from a lack of training should be asked in the forum or researched hereAsk your Norwegian Elkhound question on our Forum!
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They have a wonderful coat which is resistant to dirt and water plus they never have a bad smell like many dogs do.
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Seacrest Norwegian Elkhounds

Seacrest Norwegian Elkhounds Seacrest Norwegian Elkhounds Dedicated to quality within the breed Home About Seacrest News Current Champions Past Champions Our Future Other Seacrest Elkhounds History of the Elhound Hunting with the Elkhound Elkhound Standard Jade's Legacy Contact Us
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Norwegian Elkhound : Custom Gifts for Dog, Cat, Pet, Flower Lovers

Designs (C)2009-2011 Gratzer Graphics LLC Custom Gifts for Dog, Cat, Pet, Flower Lovers > For Dog Owners and Lovers > Dog Breed Gifts > Norwegian Elkhound Proceeds are donated to support shelter animals.
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Norwegian Elkhound Rescue & Referral

Upon approval of all parties (ours, yours and the dog) you may go home with a new family member.All our Norwegian Elkhounds are assessed for good temperament, are medically updated, and whenever possible are spayed or neutered.
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Donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.Note: Norwegian Elkhound Rescue/Referral of New England, Inc. does not ship dogs.
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Each application is screened and you will be interviewed on the telephone.
www.norwegianelkhoundrescue.org/index.html

Norwegian Elkhound Information, Facts, Pictures, Training and Grooming

The more popular a breed is the easier it is to find and purchase one because there are more breeders breeding it.
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A lower rating means the breed is smaller and a higher rating means the breed is larger.
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The Elkhound does well with children, especially when introduced to them at a young age.
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(And he's not a hound!) These are bold and friendly people-dogs, the extroverts of the canine world.
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Rating: Intelligence Tells you how intelligent a breed is in terms of how quickly it can learn commands from humans.
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They like long walks and are a little too dignified for fetch or roughhousing.
www.justdogbreeds.com/norwegian-elkhound.html