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Hound Group — Origin: Norway
Norwegian Elkhound
A medium-sized hound-group dog known for being bold and friendly.
- Size
- Medium
- Weight
- 20–25 kg
- Lifespan
- 12–15 yrs
Strength
5
Stamina
7
Trainability
9
Friendliness
9
At a mid-life age of 13.5 years, this breed is roughly
75.8 human years old
See the full dog-years calculatorWhat it eats
- Balanced dry kibble with lean protein
- Two meals a day portioned to activity level
- Fish oil supplement for coat health
What it does
- Running or jogging with an owner
- Agility or flyball drills
- Hiking on weekends
Habitat
Does best with a yard or frequent walks; comfortable in suburban homes with space to move.
Daily exercise needs
Bred with a energetic streak, this breed keeps its condition with high daily exertion.
High exertion~104 min/day
Field note
Hailing from Norway, the Norwegian Elkhound has been recognized as part of the Hound group for generations of purposeful breeding.