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17 Historical Facts About Norwegian Elkhounds You Might Not Know

The Norwegian Elkhound is considered a Scandinavian breed. Its representatives are known for their versatility and courage. The breed is mainly regarded as a hunting breed. Translated from Norwegian, its name sounds like “moose dog”, since this dog was actually used during the elk hunting period. There are two known varieties of the breed: black and gray Elkhound.

#1 The Norwegian Gray Elghund is the most common member of the group called the Elghund Elk Dogs.

#2 The ancestors of modern Elghund roamed the hills and fjords of primitive Norway as early as 4000 BC.

#3 According to Scandinavian legend, these loyal dogs even died along with their owner …

Alice White

Written by Alice White

Alice White, a devoted pet lover and writer, has turned her boundless affection for animals into a fulfilling career. Originally dreaming of wildlife, her limited scientific background led her to specialize in animal literature. Now she happily spends her days researching and writing about various creatures, living her dream.

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