Norwegian Elkhound (Black)

The Black Norwegian Elkhound, a native breed of Norway, is a typical spitz-type dog and the smallest of the elkhounds. It is a calm, devoted dog that forms close bonds with family members.

Source: http://web2.nkk.no/en/about_nkk/norwegian_breeds/ (Internet Archives)

RAS Information: https://elghundforbundet.no/nes-raseinformasjon/

Native Dog Breeds of Norway  - Norwegian national heritage and pride

Norsk Elghund Sort

Norway

Website: www.elghundforbundet.no

The basis of breed/conformation shows is the judging of pedigree dogs against the 'Breed Standard', which is a picture in words that describes the range of features that are deemed appropriate for the breed. One of the major international standards is:

FCI (Federation Cynologique Internationale)

1. Finnish Kennel Club Database: Norwegian Elkhound (Black) https://jalostus.kennelliitto.fi/frmEtusivu.aspx?R=268

Health/Breeding Strategy Documents and Links:

Norway: RAS:  https://www.nkk.no/getfile.php/132070081-1539609035/Filer/RAS/RAS/Norsk elghund sort RAS.pdf

Sweden: Breed-specific Breeding Strategies: (in Swedish) and/ or English summary

See the RAS.

We are listing sites for breed clubs with health or other information that might be helpful. Follow links below.
Norway: Norske Elghundklubbers Forbund

    Norwegian Elkhound (black)

Finland: SHHJ - FJGK

Sweden: Svenska Älghundklubben