introduces temperament of the Norwegian Elkhound.

Overview

This dog history goes back to Viking times 6,000 years ago had. Guard dog ancestors bears and wolves to protect livestock from the villages, well adapted to harsh weather, worked as hunting dogs and sledges. Brought to America in the early 20th century.

Characteristics

Compact square shape. The elasticity of the hind quarters fair angle. V-shaped head, and horizontal and frontal proboscis. Ear upright in a high position. Eye color is dark brown. The lips are firmly closed Shizasu bytes. The hard tail roll. Double hair coat is straight.

Temperament

There are not large and stamina, also has excellent hearing and smell. Widely used for hunting, very seriously also ideal family dogs and guard dogs. The high-pitched cry, to be good guard dogs.

Color

The gray hair mixed with black bristles above.

How to Care & How to Train

Requires regular brushing and combing. Of hair loss is especially often.

Exercise

This dog can be bred in the kennel at home, need daily exercise. Make long walks in the lead.

Disease to be careful

Glaucoma, lens luxation, cataracts, progressive retinal atrophy Pan trichoma disease, kidney disease, primary renal glycosuria, hip dysplasia, hip dysplasia, pyoderma, progressive retinal atrophy

Disease that can be seen occasionally

Fanconi syndrome (proximal tubular defect)

Inspection want to

Hip examination, ophthalmologic examination