Thanks for a good overview of the breed. One of the hidden gem dog breeds out there with few knowing about them. We bought one right before the pandemic started and got a second one a year later. Love them!
'Dash listens to me. Maybe he has more urgent business on his docket, but he listens. By the way, have you ever had a more devoted heating pad/lap robe?
@@Rocadog When we go out, people ask me what breed 'Dash! is, I reply that he's a conversation piece, then identify him as a Norsk Elghund, originally intended to hunt moose and herd reindeer. the answer to the next question is, "When's the last time you heard of a moose attack or a reindeer stampede in the state of Georgia?" 'Dash! is a fine ambassador for the breed.
I absolutely loved my Elkhound growing up. He was my brother! Protective, loyal, affectionate and beyond smart. I would add they're excellent escape artists and though he was so well trained, both verbal and hand commands, if he had the chance to run, he would! They can jump a standard fence so get a very high one! The only down side of an Elkhound is the constant shedding, other than that, they are an amazing breed.
People ask me what breed my boy 'Dash is, I reply he's a conversation piece: a Norwegian Elkhound. People who recognize him ("Oh, wow, a Norwegian Elkhound! Where did you find him? Do you have the breeder's number? Do you know if they have puppies available?") have almost always had an Elkhound at some time, or a relative or friend who has or had one. Even cousins who came to visit shortly after my Mom got our first Elkhound. Young Ric and sister Bonney looked at her and then to their parents. "We didn't know you had an Elkhound!" Grey had a fine time during the visit. Best dogs in the world!
Thanks a lot, Tormod! I acutally never even visited Norway, but i listened to native Norwegians pronouning the words and i copy them. But its definitely not an easy language!
Some years ago I was out running errands with my boy Baldurdash! and his great-great grandmother when we encountered a very elderly lady in a wheelchair and a caregiver I later learned was her granddaughter. The dogs were somehow drawn to the lady and went right up to her and laid their heads on her knees. She was startled out of her thousand-mile stare, looked down and began petting the dogs while talking to them in a crooning voice in what I later learned was Norwegian. The granddaughter explained that the lady had come to America as a little girl just before World War Two, had left her Elghunds in Norway, hadn't seen one in over seventy years, and thought she would never see one again. 'Dash! and Aani were more than happy to offer fuzz therapy as long as our schedules would allow. Aani is gone, now, and I'm sure that these years later the lady may have crossed the rainbow bridge with her childhood pets, but Elkhounds are the best breed I know.
I always enjoy your videos and they are very informative. These Norwegian Elkhounds are a beautiful dog and if I had to guess their ancestry I would have said German Shepherd (my personal preference) and husky. That's why I watch your channel, I always learn something heh, heh. Thanks for another good video.
I find it strange that in most of the images and pictures in this video the dog is leashed. My elkhound is 5 years old and I have had very little success in leashing him, it is always a struggle, and I only do it as punishment. 99% of the time he is unleashed and I find he is just a happy loving dog although sometimes he does leave my property but never more than 2-3 kilometers.
I have owned four elkhounds. They have all been super great dogs and each has had their own personality and quirks! But all are friendly, confident, good with family members, curious and intelligent! They consider themselves in partnership not subservient in the family. You can’t ask for a better partner in my opinion. If you want blind obedience and an “in your face “dog…get another breed.
My boy is 8 yrs but had lime disease. He is ok now, but is overweight as a result, and a couch potato, but I love him with all my heart. He is lazy, spoiled and sort of too independent. Difficult not to overspoil...do not castrate EVER, they get overweight 70 lbs. I wouldnt change him for anything in the world. Also, he lives by the beach in the Dominican Republic with his two other dog brothers and a cat...a love fest all the time. Also, he is indifferent, a snob, but has a heart of gold. Very easy to overprotect and spoil.
Is the Norwegian Elkhound your favourite dog breed?
I like black labs 🐕
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Yes I have 2 currently
Yup but i like all dogs with fur
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I love my Elkhound...He's the best...Thanks for the video.
Thanks for watching!
I absolutely 100% LOVE my Elkhound!
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Thanks for a good overview of the breed. One of the hidden gem dog breeds out there with few knowing about them. We bought one right before the pandemic started and got a second one a year later. Love them!
Thanks! Happy you enjoyed the video. It is fantastic breed
What a great video! Thanks so much for sharing our pups, Ekko and Ash!
Thanks a lot!
I have one. She is a lover and a protector....she gives kisses and hugs and she will listen to me......she is amazing!!!
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'Dash listens to me. Maybe he has more urgent business on his docket, but he listens.
By the way, have you ever had a more devoted heating pad/lap robe?
My sister had this breed. They are nice companion dogs and very good with kids.
Awesome!
Favorite?
Yes.
Best breed out there, smart and very much in tune with their people. Perfect size, perfect temperament, complete cuddle bugs.
Awesome!
@@Rocadog When we go out, people ask me what breed 'Dash! is, I reply that he's a conversation piece, then identify him as a Norsk Elghund, originally intended to hunt moose and herd reindeer.
the answer to the next question is, "When's the last time you heard of a moose attack or a reindeer stampede in the state of Georgia?"
'Dash! is a fine ambassador for the breed.
I absolutely loved my Elkhound growing up. He was my brother! Protective, loyal, affectionate and beyond smart. I would add they're excellent escape artists and though he was so well trained, both verbal and hand commands, if he had the chance to run, he would! They can jump a standard fence so get a very high one! The only down side of an Elkhound is the constant shedding, other than that, they are an amazing breed.
Thanks for sharing!
People ask me what breed my boy 'Dash is, I reply he's a conversation piece: a Norwegian Elkhound.
People who recognize him ("Oh, wow, a Norwegian Elkhound! Where did you find him? Do you have the breeder's number? Do you know if they have puppies available?") have almost always had an Elkhound at some time, or a relative or friend who has or had one.
Even cousins who came to visit shortly after my Mom got our first Elkhound. Young Ric and sister Bonney looked at her and then to their parents. "We didn't know you had an Elkhound!" Grey had a fine time during the visit.
Best dogs in the world!
It's one of my favourite dog channel! Precious when we want to know about dog breeds!
Thanks a lot! Appreciate it
Hello, from Tove and Sigrun! Great video!
Hello! Thank you 👍
Your pronunciation of Norwegian is spot on, you'd think you've lived here!
Thanks a lot, Tormod! I acutally never even visited Norway, but i listened to native Norwegians pronouning the words and i copy them. But its definitely not an easy language!
Some years ago I was out running errands with my boy Baldurdash! and his great-great grandmother when we encountered a very elderly lady in a wheelchair and a caregiver I later learned was her granddaughter.
The dogs were somehow drawn to the lady and went right up to her and laid their heads on her knees.
She was startled out of her thousand-mile stare, looked down and began petting the dogs while talking to them in a crooning voice in what I later learned was Norwegian.
The granddaughter explained that the lady had come to America as a little girl just before World War Two, had left her Elghunds in Norway, hadn't seen one in over seventy years, and thought she would never see one again.
'Dash! and Aani were more than happy to offer fuzz therapy as long as our schedules would allow.
Aani is gone, now, and I'm sure that these years later the lady may have crossed the rainbow bridge with her childhood pets, but Elkhounds are the best breed I know.
Love your channel! I will support you 😃
Thank you so much!
Cool breed! It looked great at Crufts! Nice video mate!
Thanks a lot!
Another lovely Dog Breed thank you for the info.😊
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I always enjoy your videos and they are very informative. These Norwegian Elkhounds are a beautiful dog and if I had to guess their ancestry I would have said German Shepherd (my personal preference) and husky. That's why I watch your channel, I always learn something heh, heh. Thanks for another good video.
Thanks a lot!
I've had Elkhounds for almost forty years, and in all that time we have never had a moose attack or a reindeer stampede in the whole state of Georgia.
Thanks for sharing!
I love it ❤❤❤
The dog is like husky mix shiba inu 🐶🐺🐶🐺
Not at all.
do these dogs enjoy swimming? I am getting a puppy in the next couple weeks. Mom is an Elkhound, dad is a Leonberger X Pyranese/Husky/ Border Colie
I had one that went into the river during the last mile of a hike. Had to dry her thoroughly before she could get in the truck for the ride home.
Coootie!!!!
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I find it strange that in most of the images and pictures in this video the dog is leashed. My elkhound is 5 years old and I have had very little success in leashing him, it is always a struggle, and I only do it as punishment. 99% of the time he is unleashed and I find he is just a happy loving dog although sometimes he does leave my property but never more than 2-3 kilometers.
I have owned four elkhounds. They have all been super great dogs and each has had their own personality and quirks! But all are friendly, confident, good with family members, curious and intelligent! They consider themselves in partnership not subservient in the family. You can’t ask for a better partner in my opinion. If you want blind obedience and an “in your face “dog…get another breed.
Thanks for sharing your experience with the Norwegian Elkhound, Katie :)
"LITTLE BIT of independence ". LOL. Apparently you've never owned one. Best dogs ever!
어제 crufts 내가본 도그쇼 1등은 이개 여야 맞다 뭔가잘못되엇다
coooooooooooooooooooooooooooool???
Cool dog indeed 👍
My boy is 8 yrs but had lime disease. He is ok now, but is overweight as a result, and a couch potato, but I love him with all my heart. He is lazy, spoiled and sort of too independent. Difficult not to overspoil...do not castrate EVER, they get overweight 70 lbs. I wouldnt change him for anything in the world. Also, he lives by the beach in the Dominican Republic with his two other dog brothers and a cat...a love fest all the time. Also, he is indifferent, a snob, but has a heart of gold. Very easy to overprotect and spoil.