Norwegian Elkhound

The Norwegian Elkhound is one of the ancient Northern Spitz-type breed of dog and is the National Dog of Norway. The Elkhound has served as a hunter, guardian, herder, and defender. It is known for its courage in tracking and hunting moose (or elk) and other large game, such as bear or wolf. The Norwegian Elkhound was first presented at a dog exhibition in Norway in 1877. The AKC breed name Norwegian Elkhound is a direct translation from its original Norwegian name Norsk Elghund, meaning Norwegian moose dog. The breed's object in the hunt is to independently track down and hold the moose at bay