Black Norwegian Elkhound

 

Briefly about the Norwegian Elkhound Black

• Norwegian Elghund Black is a distinctive hunting dog, used for moose hunting and as a band dog in Norway.
• The breed is brave, energetic, and has good qualities as a band dog.
• In terms of appearance, it is well-balanced with a black, short, shiny coat.
• Mentally, it is calm, devoted, and fearless.

A hunting dog with personality

Norwegian Elghund Black is an exciting dog breed that is particularly suitable for hunting. This beautiful dog is not only a companion dog, but an energetic companion for adventures in the woods and fields. As a band dog, it is used for moose hunting in Norway, and its courage and courageous nature make it a valuable partner during this hunt. It is still the “little brother” compared to the gray moose dog, but its excellent skills as a band dog have helped to establish a strong strain of the breed in Norway.

Characteristics and Mentality

Norwegian Elghund Black is a dog bred specifically for bandhund hunting of elk and deer. One of its most admirable qualities is its ability to work closely with the driver. This dog is primarily a weather dog and uses all its senses during the hunt. It behaves calmly and silently in contact with the game, so that the driver can approach without being detected. The breed is known for its good nature and is often considered a wonderful family dog.

Size and Appearance

Norwegian Elghund Black has an impressive appearance with its well-balanced and harmonious, square body. The ears are erect and pointed, and the tail is tightly coiled over the back. The coat is short, black and shiny, and some white markings on the chest and toes are allowed. The breed has a withers height of 49 cm for male dogs (with an ideal height of 47 cm) and 43-46 cm for bitches (with an ideal height of 44 cm).

Fur grooming

Norwegian Elkhound Black requires moderate grooming. The fur is dense, stiff and smooth. On the front of the head and legs it is dense and smooth, while it is longer on the chest, neck, thighs, back of the forelegs and the underside of the tail. The fur consists of longer, wiry cover hairs with a soft black undercoat.

History

Norsk Elghund Sort is an old breed that has developed from local spitz dog breeds in the border areas between Norway and Sweden. It has existed as an independent breed since the mid-1800s. The black moose dog is the smallest of the moose dog breeds and is a typical spitz dog. It is known for its calm nature and strong attachment to family. In the past, it was valued for its qualities as a fearless and mentally strong dog in close animal contact and bear hunting.The breed has proven particularly well suited as a band dog, and through careful breeding it has become an expert in this form of hunting. At the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century, the black moose dog was widespread, especially in eastern parts of Norway, where it was used to hunt moose and bears. By the mid-1950s, the breed was almost extinct, but thanks to dedicated enthusiasts who bred the best specimens, the population began to grow steadily again.Today, the annual registration number for puppies is between 180 and 220. Although the black moose dog is still the “little brother” of the gray moose dog, there is now a strong strain of the breed in Norway. Norwegian Elghund Black is one of Norway’s seven national breeds and has a limited distribution in the rest of the world. There is a small population in Sweden, and some specimens of the breed can also be found in Germany, Estonia and the USA.

Want to know more about the breed?

For more information and guidance on Norwegian Elghund Sort, it is recommended to contact the breed club. The breed club is the expert on the breed, has an overview of breeders and in-depth knowledge of the breed’s health. You can find the link to the breed club at the bottom of this page.Good luck exploring the wonderful world of Norwegian Elghund Sort!