So, you are thinking about owning a Norwegian Elkhound, Grey (Norsk Elghund Grå) and want to know more about our wonderful breed before making the decision to buy a puppy or give a loving, forever home to an older dog. Firstly, there are two distinct breeds of Norwegian Elkhounds, one is grey and the other is black hence the differentiation in the title of this page. Here you will find a growing list of European contacts for the breed that is building for all EU Countries. The NEG belongs to the Spitz Group and its origin is in Norway and its working ability is to hunt elk (also known as elg or moose). Being a Nordic breed the dogs have a thick double coat that is very weather resisting but if you are extremely house-proud, this may not be the breed for you! You may like to join the Facebook Group "GB Norwegian Elkhound Lovers" that has a European and World wide membership. Just search for the Group and click the "join" button but don't be surprised if you receive a message in your 'others' box asking about your interest in the breed if there are no obvious signs on your timeline! Members of the Group are encouraged to place photos, videos and tell stories about their dogs. The Group is also a superb place to learn about the breed, seek advice and ask for help. It is not a place for selling puppies or offering dogs at stud. These things you must discover from the relevant Kennel Club and/or Breed Clubs. Whilst the Norwegian Elkhound is described as a fearless, hardy, hunting Spitz breed, they make magnificent faithful family companions and are good with children. To do their work, the Norwegian Elkhound needs to have a strong bark and this trait you must control from an early age in the family environment. Their hunting instinct is very strong and recall training from an early age is essential because they can "turn a deaf ear" when they find something more interesting! Good luck with your search and please remember to buy from a reputable breeder who carried out all the necessary health testing and registers their puppies with the appropriate kennel authority in their Country.
