I've owned 4 throughout my life. Easily trained to not bark. #3 learned in less than a minute. When I brought him home he barked at some coons in the back woods and I got down at his level and huffed while looking toward the coons. He immediately knew this as the norm at our house. He would still bark but huffing was his first vocal. Elkhounds are notorious for barking.
Maybe when you do a video on a breed of dog you should only include pictures of the actual breed your doing the video on. Most of these dogs pictured aren't even elkhounds.
I have a 3 year old Elkie. I've raised him since he was 8 weeks old. They do find in condos as long as you take them on a long walk every day or allow them to run off leash. Don't be discouraged by the video !
I had a Vizsla and videos also said this about them. When he was young, he needed to run for 2 hours total a day but he wouldn't have gotten this much exercise in a garden/yard either.
I've had four Elkhounds in my life (all female), and some of this just doesn't jell. I never saw an Elkhound fly over a fence (I have seen them tear a fence apart in order to get out!) Not all Elkhounds want to get out...two of my four were total homebodies. The thing is, the older the dog is, the less prone they are to want to go out and wander. I'd also add how food motivated they are. VERY easy to get a fat Elkhound if you aren't careful! They can be stubborn, but TBH, they're pretty reasonable dogs. They do listen...just not as fast as the owner may like. I wouldn't say they're hard to train, but then, they're such smart dogs, there's very little training needed (and pieces of chicken or cheese take care of what training you want to accomplish. As I said, they're VERY food motivated!) Best breed in history! I'm just surprised with all the pix of non-Elkhounds, they didn't mention the tail curling over the back, one of the most distinctive traits of the breed.
Amen...as an owner of two (late) male Elkhounds I can agree with with you 100%. I never had issues of dogs climbing fences and barking became a non- issue with a rap on the window. My Elkhounds were like dealing with tweenagers at times, and if they tested me by ignoring the " no" command...then a firm "don't" cemented my point on any matter. Smoke was my first and he was a dominating male. I got Shadow after Smoke passed and he was a lover boy who enjoyed people. Two totally separate personalities. I miss them both. Not a breed for everyone...but I would if I could...💕
I came here for this comment, and it did not take long to find it. I love my Loki, but he is not an athlete. You are also correct in that almost half of the pics were not Elkhounds. I do agree though. Loki is the sweetest dog alive.
My elderly and disabled mother ignored the so-called "cons" and selected a Norwegian Elkhound. She remained faithful to the breed for the rest of her life, and I have one now, hoping to bring another into my home. By the way, I ve never had a problem with a four-foot fence, though my back yard has a six-foot.
years before we had a fence at the front of the house an elkhound we had never crossed the invisible line at the front of the house however 15 years later another one we had jumped that new 4 foot fence onto the road to get to a woman with a dog lucky only thing happened was a barking match.
I am on my 5th Elkhound and most of these con comments couldn't be further from the truth, I train my dogs and they are the smartest family oriented dogs I have ever owned!
These are an incredible breed of dog! My dog Reb came to us as a “stray” when I was young. He would snap his chain and scale an 8 ft fence for the opportunity to stretch his legs. On one of his trips he took a .22 bullet to his throat and it came out the top of his head; he didn’t feel so hot for a couple days but then returned to action like nothing had happened. At a small village we lived at briefly there were roving packs of dogs, and a gigantic wolf hybrid that was the undisputed alpha... until he arrogantly tried to eat Reb’s food. After that he always gave Reb a wide berth, or would just hurriedly go the other direction when he could. At a farm we lived at, my friends at the neighboring farm had a Doberman that came waltzing into our yard... then he spotted Reb. Reb stared him down without so much as a sound, and the Doberman hung his head low and began backing up until he felt far enough away to turn tail and run. One day the Doberman didn’t think Reb was around and came over and attacked Reb’s son, then began eating his food. Ah, but Reb WAS there, sleeping under the house, and I’m sure that Doberman had plenty of ‘Reb’ nightmares after that day. He took care of two peeping toms that I’m aware of, and was fiercely loyal and absolutely gentle with us kids. This is the dog to have on the farm or in the mountains. Don’t try having them in town/city.
I know multiple people who have them in towns/cities without any problem. As long as they get mental stimulation (nosework, blood tracking, agility or obedience etc.) and get to go for runs or walks every day (and are taught to be quiet and not bark all day) it's not a problem. There might be a difference between different lines seeing as the vast majority are used to hunt European elk (aka moose) where I live, so most people owning one use them either for active hunting or for tracking wounded animals. I think the elkies here (in Finland and other nordic countries) might be more social and less reserved, they are absolutely no guard dogs and the vast majority of them would act more like a happy labrador if someone were to break into your house. In the 60s they were more reserved but it became a problem when hunting with many other hunters and dogs so they changed the breed standard and worked to make them friendlier towards both dogs and new people.
I had the pleasure of owning a lovely silver Norwegian Elkhound who had been put to rest after 11 amazing years, fall of 2021. Atreju had been fearless, loud, romantic to the ladies, cool to the men, a friend to cats. His only fear had been the vacuum cleaner. He had lived in a large home, large apartment, and a small apartment. He loved long walks and did not require a yard. Snow had been his one true demand!! I miss my baby bear.
Has another elkhound found you yet? They are a perfect breed for my situation and my boy Baldurdash wants to go everywhere with me. Everybody we meet comments on his polite manners (yeah, right, but he puts on the show in public) and his undeniable good looks (yeah, he knows).
My Elkhound was the friendliest and most obedient Dog I ever owned. Courageous as heck and rounded up Cattle like no tomorrow. They love to eat, so don’t over feed.
My second elkhound bitch was terrified of thunder. The trouble was, we had a sinkhole in front of the house and the city crew decided to cover it with a plate for almost three years after repairing the pipe. Every time a car ran over the plate the whole house shook, and Moose would cringe behind the toilet losing control of bodily functions. It took calls to the local news stations to get the city to remove the plates and patch the pavement.
I've had 3 elkhounds over the passed 20 years. None of them were big jumpers. The first was food aggressive the second didn't get along with other male dogs but loved female dogs. And my current dog got along with the other dogs at day care but spent most of the time with the people.
I've seen them smart their way over a fence, but I've never had a problem keeping one in a four-foot fence unless there were platforms they could use as steps to climb over. 'Dash fence-plays with the neighbors' dogs and he sure alerts when there's a 'possum in the back yard. He's one of two dogs I've ever had that was smart enough to play dumb (the other was a white GSD mix). His great-great-grandmother's great-aunt made a backscratcher out of rawhide bones and blankets, actually scratched herself to a hot spot between her shoulder blades.
As a breeder of this breed. I have to disagree with some of the points. I have 4 indoor elkies and they are fantastic indoors. They are intelligent and use a 'What's in it for me?' attitude. They are intelligent and stubborn. My elkhounds are fine in a 5-foot fenced area and have not even cleared the fence. Elkies are highly adaptable. Maybe seek information from breeders before making a video about a breed ;)
I had three elkhounds (one at a time) that were boon (bone?) companions to my mother in her declining years. They were calm and gentle with her, sensible guardians and physical therapists, and one of them took me on as a patient when I was recovering from a bad fall with fractured hip. My fourth, a boy named Baldurdash, loves just about everybody, super-sweet and very friendly. Problem is, I can't get him in my new car, still wants to ride shotgun in the old truck. He's a great pal and the best heating pad I've ever known.
If the dog has a high prey drive, then you still have to be careful in rural area's that have a lot of live stock. you don't want them getting into other peoples livestock and killing them. With our Siberian husky we had to take him out into the wilderness to run and then make sure that there was not livestock grazing. the big question that I have is, will this dog come back to you, when you call it, even when it is chasing something. Our Siberian Husky would not. As a consequence, he was shot by a sheep herder, who had the right to protect his livestock. Our other two dogs, our border collie, and our ausie Shepard will, because it is more in their temperament to do so,. (and of course we trained them)
A friend of mine passed away and I inherited his norwegian elkhound. Have 2 mini schnauzers. They are trying to figure out where they fit but this 7 year old elkhound has been very patient with them. And surprisingly, he hasn't shown the slightest bit of interest in the cats. Trying to decide what to do here. I want to make sure he is taken care of. He is a good loving boy. Not sure if I can or if I'm best for him. Live in a decent sized home with an average fenced in backyard, not sure thats enough.
They're fantastic dogs. If the dog is bonding with you - and it sounds like he is - why not keep him? Your yard sounds fine (this video is wrong on a ton of levels. Not all elkies are escape artists. I speak from having owned four of them.)
I have a elkhound x aussi mix. He look like the Norwegian and acts like them, but he's a red/blonde color. My dog is unfortunately not very good with other dogs or kids and very protective. I live in a apt and have to walk the guy 3 times a day. I must say my dog is super smart, a great guard dog, and very loyal.
If your going to do videos on a breed and try to sound intelligent you might want to actually spend time with them so you actually know what your talking about. Elkhounds are great dogs! They are very intelligent and adapt to their surroundings once they understand the family dynamics. They are great guard dogs but won't get aggressive or bark loudly unless they sense danger. They will check out new people or things with child like curiosity. Most of the time it's playing unless they sense trouble. Four or six foot fences are fine for them. They won't jump out lol. As long as they can see (chain link) what's on the other side of the fence they'll be fine. Plank fences cause them to get irritated because they can't see their surroundings. Most people can't handle these dogs because they will initiate play with you. Most people like to initiate interactions with the dog. One final note most males are 85 to 115lbs of solid muscle. Females are usually 65 to 95 lbs. Absolutely love these dogs! Great pets and great companions.
I disliked this video as many of the photos in this video is not of Norgwegian Elkhound. Some photos can be of mix Elkhound breed... I grew up in Norway on a farm, we had 2 Elkhounds there to protect the farm. They are excellent dogs on the farm.
"Norwegian Elkhounds are brave" Yeah, try telling that to my Elkhound who is afraid of most anything. New place? I better be in her sights at all time. Sun starting to set? It's to dark outside to go potty. Dark is scary, apparently.
I had one intolerant of thunder, and when the city public works department left a bunch of steel plates across the road in front of my house..... My first elkhound, Grey, on the other hand, would bark at thunder to chase it away, though in the blizzard of '93 she begged to go out for a potty break, looked at the blowing snow, and decided she could wait.
Don't judge this breed by these attributes. Like people every dog has its 'own personality. If you're thinking of owning an Elkhound, get one from a reputable breeder and visit them a couple of times to observe and interact with the litter to see which pup fits best for your home and family. Our Elkhound was the exact opposite to this description. We got him at 6 weeks and grew into the best dog I've ever had. He was extremely intelligent and loyal. I was able to walk him unleased and he never ran off and I live in the city where there are plenty of distractions. He always walked by my side and looked at me for approval before crossing the street. He was very easy to train but, you have to put in the time, it's well worth it. The only time he was not friendly to other dogs was when he had his fill of exercise at the dog park and wanted to be left alone because he was too tired. The one thing I will caution against is that the breed will sometime develop skin growths that look like a raised scab. These are untreatable and have to be surgically removed or they can become infected and get worse. My Elkhound had several occurrences which lead to expensive vet visits. Your best defense is to groom them regularly and examine the skin to address any issues early.
1:05 They are fearless, unless they have to cross a bridge. I still remember being 13 years old and carrying our elkhound Trisha over the railroad bridge because she absolutely refused to go across it.
A warning. If you live in an apartment and have neighbours this is probably not the breed for you. I've had these dogs for more then 20 years and I love them but.... They are usually very vocal and barks a lot. You can train them not to but I will not guarantee success :)
It is very important that this breed gets lots of exercise. My dog usually gets more then 3 hours walking and running in the woods every day. I split this duty with parents and sisters.
My boy Baldurdash is generally quiet, even when other dogs are barking. On the other hand, my first elkhound would bark incessantly until we figured out what she was trying to tell us, for example, a half-hour tirade when she was trying to tell us about a Santa Claus figure on a neighbor's roof a block away. Once we figured it out and asked if that was what she was barking at, she settled down on her mat by Mom's bed. 'Dash is well-mannered, and he loves to ride along with me on errands and chores. He's a silver and black with a tightly curled tail and a regular coat, though someone remarked today that his head feels like plush velvet. Most people who recognize him as an elkhound remark that they have had one in the past (or a family member or a friend), and that they are the best dog they ever had. They are very much in tune with their people's needs and moods, even tending to my mom when she was recovering from strokes. I also know of an untrained puppy who alerted a lady that her husband was becoming ill, and the gentleman had no history of diagnosis with diabetes. 'Dash is my favorite heating pad, as were his great-great grandmother Aani and Aani's great-aunt Moose in their days. 'Dash has dug through the sheet rock by the back door, but hey, when he wants out he wants out.
I've had elkhounds for more years than I care to admit, and all of them have been the greatest dogs ever, settling in to whatever situation presents itself. They were especially well-suited as companion dogs to my mother through a series of strokes and other health problems. They would approach her from the affected side and cuddle for petting, making Mom work the impaired hand and foot, as well as serving as a furry heating pad. After Mom's day, her dog took care of me through some issues, and my boy Baldurdash wants to go everywhere with me (though he seems not to like my new Subaru).
My elkie lives with another dog, 2 cats, and plays with the neighbor's little westie terrier. He's a big floofy baby, and hyper alert. First dog I've owned that regularly looks UP to scan the trees (guessing this habit came from a long ancestry of bear hunters) whenever we are outdoors. Only thing I would caution folks interested in a young male of this breed: they are skittish and they love drinking water, make sure you monitor how much water drank in a go and teach them to be calm when you go to take them out for bathroom walk, or else you will have to have plenty of cleaner on hand and stock in paper towels 😆. Mine is still quite young, and he is improving with time. He is fantastic with my children and the other pets, he loves having a large "pack" as a family, and even one of the cats has come around to playing with him and sharing her food. I love this breed, and they are well worth it for any committed/experienced dog owner. Can't wait to take him to play in the snow this winter!
they cast hairs bark at everything and nothing they never refuse any type of food even when their full. good to be around normal people eps when in business cannot get them in doors when it snows we had 10 in 40 years last one died when he was 15 sold a pup to a former high commissioner of nigeria he took the dog to london once a month and he said it was a great ambassador when meeting important people.
I have a mix. Moms a full black Labrador and dad was a full Norwegian elkhound. He's the best dog I've had. I grew up with labs most of my life. I could have asked for a better dog. I have another lab and then 5 cats. He absolutely loves his cat sister. Also.... He has broken my bedroom window out.
Agree with most, but my dog is exelent with other cats, dogs (not smal like rabbits, those she chase, ) she jumps like hell, and is not a barking alot, but that differs om the dogs. She is really good at learning and really intelegent and always listens to me
We love elkies and can vouch for many of these traits: **Think of them as a friend that has their own interests & desires rather than as a pet that obeys you. These are not your typical dogs. 1) Highly intelligent. This has pros and cons. When you look at them they make intense eye contact. This is not a dumb animal. They learn very quickly and remember everything. They're difficult to train. We had ours in K9 training and it was a nightmare. If they don't want to do something, they won't. Fetch only works with food rewards, and only then if they're really good (use dried liver and actual meat bits). They'll figure out your training manipulation and turn it on you. They don't recall well - they need a good reason other than you just want them to. 2) Their family is their pack. They typically see one of you as the dominant or alpha in the pack - they'll listen to and try to please that person more than anyone else. They're very affectionate and love attention from everybody. They'll demand it. If you ignore them, they'll focus on you. They can be mistrusting of strangers, will guard their property fearlessly, and will not back down from any threat. They do not like being alone and will do anything to be with their pack (damage doors, dig out of yards, whine & bark incessantly) - train their recall and just take them with you to avoid a headache if you can. 3) Exercise. They're highly athletic. They are insanely fast, agile, and strong for their size. They can leap huge lengths. They need open space and do not like leashes/tethers. A larger open yard is best and go for hikes in open areas rather than street walks. On walks, they like to explore independently - you'll see them occasionally zipping through the brush, looking to see where you are now and then, but if you stumble they'll be at your side in an instant. If you disappear, they'll look for you. 4) Other pets/animals. They don't like them typically. They'll quickly go about establishing dominance over other dogs. Any wild animal that wanders into their yard is in for it - ours will rip the heads off snakes and chomp rodents to death. They patrol their property and will bark to ward off anything that comes too close. Close neighbors do not go well with Elkhounds. Overall, Elkies are my favorite breed and I've had several much easier, laid back dogs prior. You don't feel like an owner of an elkhound, so much as a friend or family member in my opinion. It's an experience, for sure. Don't underestimate these smart, affectionate, but headstrong animals. They can be a headache, no doubt; but I can't imagine having anything else now that we've had one.
My boy Baldurdash has dug through the sheet rock and into the insulation by the back door. My first girl was a lightning lips type who leapt from one end of the sofa to the other across a friend's lap, snatching a slice of pizza from bis hand and there were no crumbs on the upholstery.
It's the best breed ever. Norwegian Elkhounds are total couch potatos indoor and super alert and energetic outdoor. You'll never find a better family dog. My family have had them since the 1940s
My only memory of a Norwegian Elkhound was when I was visiting a friend of mine in my adolescence was whenever we would play outside their NE would hump my leg like the female NE life’s depended on it! 😮😮 What’s that all about??? Yeesh
Are you sure it isn't a Swedish Elkhound or a mix between the two? They used to be the same breed at one point but it was decided to part them into different breeds, some Norweigains still look very similar to the Swedes and wise versa. If the dogs follow breed standard when it comes to appearence they still look pretty different and the Swedes are quite a lot bigger with their taller legs, but their personalities are very similar.
30yrs ago I got a Norwegian elkhound breed. Mixed. When you walked in my home from front door you could see the back yard. 2 windows. You'd see my dog jumping over 5 to 6 feet straight up so he could see me. He always new well before I got in the house I was home. He disappeared at age 19. Almost deaf and blind he still had that energy and it's believed someone took him because I had him on a lead on a private drive I believe shit ball neighbors took as get back for some stupid shit i had nothing to do with. Rip sport
This dog is a descendant of wolves, they have a tendency to want to escape there homes and explore the outside. I've seen missing posters for a few of them around my residence
Depends a lot on how much hunting instinct the dog has, the more hunting, the more running away the dog will do because they're mentally unterstimulated a lot of times. If they get to hunt regularly or do other activities like scentwork, rally obedience, clicker training etc they tend to not run away or at least not as often. Enrichment like kong toys, flirt pole, possibility to dig etc is also good. Getting at least 2h physical exercise per day is also good, especially if they get to run loose some of that time.
I am kinda excited about my future and not because Covid is still here lingering and it just doesn’t wanna go bye bye with the wind but I might be getting a job this year!
I had a unfixed male, who lived to 13. I miss him greatly, all 77 lb of muscle. I think his soul is in my Old English bull dog I have now. My Elky, chased and corned to thieves trying to steal my sons bike from the garage. Those two young mates will think twice before doing that again.
Many of your images are not of a Norweigen Elkhound. Some of the information is not correct either. But the Norweigen Elkhound is an amazing dog. Mine is the love of my life.
@@borderlinesunshine9630 ok , do they need much care or in other words is it hard to raise cuz my family doesn't have much time and it's our first time
@@nadeemamouzh9315 To be honest none of the dog breeds are perfect for first timers. It totally depends on your lifestyle, home environment and activeness whether if you can successfully keep a dog as a first timer. In terms of french bulldogs, they are toy breeds. They doesn't need much exercise, are loyal to the pack and good for the apartment homes. The english bulldog on the other hand is a couch potato, if trained good they can be good guard dogs. They need moderate level of exercise and do have the same traits as the french bulldog. The cons for both of the breeds are somewhat same, like they drool alot, they may have gastric problems with an improper diet and may even develop sweat odours. I'm not an expert but my friend is a breeder and I go alot onto his kennel to watch for her female english bulldog.
Ah…another computer generated voice channel who has stole other people’s photos. And how do I know this? I have a Norwegian elkhound and did a lot of research before getting one. A lot of what is “said” is on the AKC, Wikipedia and other websites. We need to demand better videos on CZcams and there are better videos of Elkhounds out there.
I must have the one in a million then I say not yours and she stops what she is doing and come rite back to me every time never have to say it twice is supper good with other pets and people always there are some things on this list she dose but always stops when I say no or not yours
Some people have a more commanding presence that dogs will submit to much more easily, many people own breeds that are inappropriate for them and their situation, or they arent equipped to own in terms of their knowledge of dog temperament and knowledge training. I used to rehab pitbulls that went badly, but it was the owners who needed to be rehab'ed, I found suitable owners with good dog handling skills once they were put back into balance. I never met one that was unsalvageable. Sometimes particular dogs are just more submissive, especially females. My last female was the sweetest most obedient creampuff Ive ever owned. Im glad you have some great doggos.
My elkhound smoky was all of these things I don’t understand why people saying opposite here. This is why I drove 8 hrs total round trip to replace him today with a new pup now he’s dead 🥲
t is sometimes a good idea to bring a puppy into the home with an older dog so the older dog can help teach the pup "how to be your dog" , to quote the breeder who allowed a puppy to bond with my ten-year-old elkhound bitch. It worked out well, now that Aani is no longer with us, Baldurdash is my best buddy.
I've got an elk hound dachshund mix (confirmed with embark). He looks like a regular shaped dog with the long back short legs combined with tall legs short body lol. They didn't mention that elk Hounds are incredibly good climbers. I doubt they jump over fences, but rather climbed over. Mine has climbed trees too hunt squirrels and over my chain link fence. You must get a dog gps for this breed
'Dash does all right with a four-foot fence, though I have to snap the gate shut with a leash clip through the latch. He is a very smart boy. So smart, in fact, that when the sign says "WET FLOOR" he does.
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I've owned 4 throughout my life. Easily trained to not bark. #3 learned in less than a minute. When I brought him home he barked at some coons in the back woods and I got down at his level and huffed while looking toward the coons. He immediately knew this as the norm at our house. He would still bark but huffing was his first vocal. Elkhounds are notorious for barking.
Maybe when you do a video on a breed of dog you should only include pictures of the actual breed your doing the video on. Most of these dogs pictured aren't even elkhounds.
I have a solid black Norwegian elkhound. He's 1/2 elkie and 1/2 lab.
@@SRHMorbid So he’s not an Elkhound
I was about to say the same... could have been mixes but it should be all the right breed.
I have a 3 year old Elkie. I've raised him since he was 8 weeks old. They do find in condos as long as you take them on a long walk every day or allow them to run off leash. Don't be discouraged by the video !
I had a Vizsla and videos also said this about them. When he was young, he needed to run for 2 hours total a day but he wouldn't have gotten this much exercise in a garden/yard either.
I've had four Elkhounds in my life (all female), and some of this just doesn't jell. I never saw an Elkhound fly over a fence (I have seen them tear a fence apart in order to get out!) Not all Elkhounds want to get out...two of my four were total homebodies. The thing is, the older the dog is, the less prone they are to want to go out and wander. I'd also add how food motivated they are. VERY easy to get a fat Elkhound if you aren't careful! They can be stubborn, but TBH, they're pretty reasonable dogs. They do listen...just not as fast as the owner may like. I wouldn't say they're hard to train, but then, they're such smart dogs, there's very little training needed (and pieces of chicken or cheese take care of what training you want to accomplish. As I said, they're VERY food motivated!) Best breed in history! I'm just surprised with all the pix of non-Elkhounds, they didn't mention the tail curling over the back, one of the most distinctive traits of the breed.
Amen...as an owner of two (late) male Elkhounds I can agree with with you 100%. I never had issues of dogs climbing fences and barking became a non- issue with a rap on the window. My Elkhounds were like dealing with tweenagers at times, and if they tested me by ignoring the " no" command...then a firm "don't" cemented my point on any matter. Smoke was my first and he was a dominating male. I got Shadow after Smoke passed and he was a lover boy who enjoyed people. Two totally separate personalities. I miss them both. Not a breed for everyone...but I would if I could...💕
I don't have a fence in my yard and she doesn't leave the property unless I do
I came here for this comment, and it did not take long to find it. I love my Loki, but he is not an athlete. You are also correct in that almost half of the pics were not Elkhounds. I do agree though. Loki is the sweetest dog alive.
I've got a mixed elk /dachshund
He has climbed up and over fences, up trees, up pretty much anything that's not entirely vertical.
Mine is super close to us. Even if we take him out on the back yard he is waiting for one of us to come out with him 😆
My elderly and disabled mother ignored the so-called "cons" and selected a Norwegian Elkhound. She remained faithful to the breed for the rest of her life, and I have one now, hoping to bring another into my home.
By the way, I ve never had a problem with a four-foot fence, though my back yard has a six-foot.
years before we had a fence at the front of the house an elkhound we had never crossed the invisible line at the front of the house however 15 years later another one we had jumped that new 4 foot fence onto the road to get to a woman with a dog lucky only thing happened was a barking match.
I am on my 5th Elkhound and most of these con comments couldn't be further from the truth, I train my dogs and they are the smartest family oriented dogs I have ever owned!
My Elkhound is still a pup, and he befriend my cat, they share food and sometimes bed, best breed.
Thanks for covering Elkhounds.
These are an incredible breed of dog! My dog Reb came to us as a “stray” when I was young. He would snap his chain and scale an 8 ft fence for the opportunity to stretch his legs. On one of his trips he took a .22 bullet to his throat and it came out the top of his head; he didn’t feel so hot for a couple days but then returned to action like nothing had happened. At a small village we lived at briefly there were roving packs of dogs, and a gigantic wolf hybrid that was the undisputed alpha... until he arrogantly tried to eat Reb’s food. After that he always gave Reb a wide berth, or would just hurriedly go the other direction when he could. At a farm we lived at, my friends at the neighboring farm had a Doberman that came waltzing into our yard... then he spotted Reb. Reb stared him down without so much as a sound, and the Doberman hung his head low and began backing up until he felt far enough away to turn tail and run. One day the Doberman didn’t think Reb was around and came over and attacked Reb’s son, then began eating his food. Ah, but Reb WAS there, sleeping under the house, and I’m sure that Doberman had plenty of ‘Reb’ nightmares after that day. He took care of two peeping toms that I’m aware of, and was fiercely loyal and absolutely gentle with us kids. This is the dog to have on the farm or in the mountains. Don’t try having them in town/city.
He sounds like my dog I had Moses. Still miss that family member🛡️💖
I know multiple people who have them in towns/cities without any problem. As long as they get mental stimulation (nosework, blood tracking, agility or obedience etc.) and get to go for runs or walks every day (and are taught to be quiet and not bark all day) it's not a problem. There might be a difference between different lines seeing as the vast majority are used to hunt European elk (aka moose) where I live, so most people owning one use them either for active hunting or for tracking wounded animals. I think the elkies here (in Finland and other nordic countries) might be more social and less reserved, they are absolutely no guard dogs and the vast majority of them would act more like a happy labrador if someone were to break into your house. In the 60s they were more reserved but it became a problem when hunting with many other hunters and dogs so they changed the breed standard and worked to make them friendlier towards both dogs and new people.
I had the pleasure of owning a lovely silver Norwegian Elkhound who had been put to rest after 11 amazing years, fall of 2021. Atreju had been fearless, loud, romantic to the ladies, cool to the men, a friend to cats. His only fear had been the vacuum cleaner. He had lived in a large home, large apartment, and a small apartment. He loved long walks and did not require a yard. Snow had been his one true demand!! I miss my baby bear.
"Atreeeejuuuuuuuuuu"
Has another elkhound found you yet?
They are a perfect breed for my situation and my boy Baldurdash wants to go everywhere with me.
Everybody we meet comments on his polite manners (yeah, right, but he puts on the show in public) and his undeniable good looks (yeah, he knows).
@@5610winston not yet and I'm still missing him they are incredible dogs.
"Norwegian Elkwounds are energetic" my Norwegian Elkhound sleeps all day
My Elkhound was the friendliest and most obedient Dog I ever owned. Courageous as heck and rounded up Cattle like no tomorrow. They love to eat, so don’t over feed.
"They are a fearless breed"
*Cue my year old dog running away from a man she just met*
My second elkhound bitch was terrified of thunder.
The trouble was, we had a sinkhole in front of the house and the city crew decided to cover it with a plate for almost three years after repairing the pipe. Every time a car ran over the plate the whole house shook, and Moose would cringe behind the toilet losing control of bodily functions.
It took calls to the local news stations to get the city to remove the plates and patch the pavement.
I've had 3 elkhounds over the passed 20 years. None of them were big jumpers. The first was food aggressive the second didn't get along with other male dogs but loved female dogs. And my current dog got along with the other dogs at day care but spent most of the time with the people.
I've seen them smart their way over a fence, but I've never had a problem keeping one in a four-foot fence unless there were platforms they could use as steps to climb over.
'Dash fence-plays with the neighbors' dogs and he sure alerts when there's a 'possum in the back yard. He's one of two dogs I've ever had that was smart enough to play dumb (the other was a white GSD mix).
His great-great-grandmother's great-aunt made a backscratcher out of rawhide bones and blankets, actually scratched herself to a hot spot between her shoulder blades.
As a breeder of this breed. I have to disagree with some of the points. I have 4 indoor elkies and they are fantastic indoors. They are intelligent and use a 'What's in it for me?' attitude. They are intelligent and stubborn. My elkhounds are fine in a 5-foot fenced area and have not even cleared the fence. Elkies are highly adaptable. Maybe seek information from breeders before making a video about a breed ;)
I had three elkhounds (one at a time) that were boon (bone?) companions to my mother in her declining years. They were calm and gentle with her, sensible guardians and physical therapists, and one of them took me on as a patient when I was recovering from a bad fall with fractured hip.
My fourth, a boy named Baldurdash, loves just about everybody, super-sweet and very friendly. Problem is, I can't get him in my new car, still wants to ride shotgun in the old truck. He's a great pal and the best heating pad I've ever known.
If the dog has a high prey drive, then you still have to be careful in rural area's that have a lot of live stock. you don't want them getting into other peoples livestock and killing them.
With our Siberian husky we had to take him out into the wilderness to run and then make sure that there was not livestock grazing. the big question that I have is, will this dog come back to you, when you call it, even when it is chasing something. Our Siberian Husky would not.
As a consequence, he was shot by a sheep herder, who had the right to protect his livestock. Our other two dogs, our border collie, and our ausie Shepard will, because it is more in their temperament to do so,. (and of course we trained them)
A friend of mine passed away and I inherited his norwegian elkhound. Have 2 mini schnauzers. They are trying to figure out where they fit but this 7 year old elkhound has been very patient with them. And surprisingly, he hasn't shown the slightest bit of interest in the cats. Trying to decide what to do here. I want to make sure he is taken care of. He is a good loving boy. Not sure if I can or if I'm best for him. Live in a decent sized home with an average fenced in backyard, not sure thats enough.
Hi where abouts do you live? We would be interested in possibly adopting him.
They're fantastic dogs. If the dog is bonding with you - and it sounds like he is - why not keep him? Your yard sounds fine (this video is wrong on a ton of levels. Not all elkies are escape artists. I speak from having owned four of them.)
I have a elkhound x aussi mix. He look like the Norwegian and acts like them, but he's a red/blonde color. My dog is unfortunately not very good with other dogs or kids and very protective. I live in a apt and have to walk the guy 3 times a day. I must say my dog is super smart, a great guard dog, and very loyal.
If your going to do videos on a breed and try to sound intelligent you might want to actually spend time with them so you actually know what your talking about. Elkhounds are great dogs! They are very intelligent and adapt to their surroundings once they understand the family dynamics.
They are great guard dogs but won't get aggressive or bark loudly unless they sense danger. They will check out new people or things with child like curiosity. Most of the time it's playing unless they sense trouble.
Four or six foot fences are fine for them. They won't jump out lol. As long as they can see (chain link) what's on the other side of the fence they'll be fine. Plank fences cause them to get irritated because they can't see their surroundings.
Most people can't handle these dogs because they will initiate play with you. Most people like to initiate interactions with the dog. One final note most males are 85 to 115lbs of solid muscle. Females are usually 65 to 95 lbs. Absolutely love these dogs! Great pets and great companions.
I disliked this video as many of the photos in this video is not of Norgwegian Elkhound. Some photos can be of mix Elkhound breed... I grew up in Norway on a farm, we had 2 Elkhounds there to protect the farm. They are excellent dogs on the farm.
my elkhound is 4 and cant jump for shit
I have an elkhound crosse husky, she sleeps all day and then wants to run everywhere on walks
"Norwegian Elkhounds are brave"
Yeah, try telling that to my Elkhound who is afraid of most anything. New place? I better be in her sights at all time. Sun starting to set? It's to dark outside to go potty. Dark is scary, apparently.
My pup only is afraid of the water hose/ sprinkler,lol.
@@bladehoner3185 yea they usually HATE water
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Mine is scared of her own shadow lolll
I had one intolerant of thunder, and when the city public works department left a bunch of steel plates across the road in front of my house.....
My first elkhound, Grey, on the other hand, would bark at thunder to chase it away, though in the blizzard of '93 she begged to go out for a potty break, looked at the blowing snow, and decided she could wait.
Don't judge this breed by these attributes. Like people every dog has its 'own personality. If you're thinking of owning an Elkhound, get one from a reputable breeder and visit them a couple of times to observe and interact with the litter to see which pup fits best for your home and family.
Our Elkhound was the exact opposite to this description. We got him at 6 weeks and grew into the best dog I've ever had. He was extremely intelligent and loyal. I was able to walk him unleased and he never ran off and I live in the city where there are plenty of distractions. He always walked by my side and looked at me for approval before crossing the street. He was very easy to train but, you have to put in the time, it's well worth it. The only time he was not friendly to other dogs was when he had his fill of exercise at the dog park and wanted to be left alone because he was too tired. The one thing I will caution against is that the breed will sometime develop skin growths that look like a raised scab. These are untreatable and have to be surgically removed or they can become infected and get worse. My Elkhound had several occurrences which lead to expensive vet visits. Your best defense is to groom them regularly and examine the skin to address any issues early.
1:05 They are fearless, unless they have to cross a bridge. I still remember being 13 years old and carrying our elkhound Trisha over the railroad bridge because she absolutely refused to go across it.
They are not guard dogs; they are peerless WATCH dogs. ❤️
A warning. If you live in an apartment and have neighbours this is probably not the breed for you. I've had these dogs for more then 20 years and I love them but.... They are usually very vocal and barks a lot. You can train them not to but I will not guarantee success :)
It is very important that this breed gets lots of exercise. My dog usually gets more then 3 hours walking and running in the woods every day. I split this duty with parents and sisters.
My boy Baldurdash is generally quiet, even when other dogs are barking.
On the other hand, my first elkhound would bark incessantly until we figured out what she was trying to tell us, for example, a half-hour tirade when she was trying to tell us about a Santa Claus figure on a neighbor's roof a block away. Once we figured it out and asked if that was what she was barking at, she settled down on her mat by Mom's bed.
'Dash is well-mannered, and he loves to ride along with me on errands and chores. He's a silver and black with a tightly curled tail and a regular coat, though someone remarked today that his head feels like plush velvet.
Most people who recognize him as an elkhound remark that they have had one in the past (or a family member or a friend), and that they are the best dog they ever had.
They are very much in tune with their people's needs and moods, even tending to my mom when she was recovering from strokes. I also know of an untrained puppy who alerted a lady that her husband was becoming ill, and the gentleman had no history of diagnosis with diabetes.
'Dash is my favorite heating pad, as were his great-great grandmother Aani and Aani's great-aunt Moose in their days.
'Dash has dug through the sheet rock by the back door, but hey, when he wants out he wants out.
I've had elkhounds for more years than I care to admit, and all of them have been the greatest dogs ever, settling in to whatever situation presents itself.
They were especially well-suited as companion dogs to my mother through a series of strokes and other health problems. They would approach her from the affected side and cuddle for petting, making Mom work the impaired hand and foot, as well as serving as a furry heating pad.
After Mom's day, her dog took care of me through some issues, and my boy Baldurdash wants to go everywhere with me (though he seems not to like my new Subaru).
Let's be honest everyone in the comments either has a Norwegian Elkhound or a Norwegian Elkhound mix..... my Norwegian mix is my profile pic
I love my elkhound. Lol he is a goofball. We are like Tom and Jerry 😎🤣
My elkie lives with another dog, 2 cats, and plays with the neighbor's little westie terrier. He's a big floofy baby, and hyper alert. First dog I've owned that regularly looks UP to scan the trees (guessing this habit came from a long ancestry of bear hunters) whenever we are outdoors. Only thing I would caution folks interested in a young male of this breed: they are skittish and they love drinking water, make sure you monitor how much water drank in a go and teach them to be calm when you go to take them out for bathroom walk, or else you will have to have plenty of cleaner on hand and stock in paper towels 😆. Mine is still quite young, and he is improving with time. He is fantastic with my children and the other pets, he loves having a large "pack" as a family, and even one of the cats has come around to playing with him and sharing her food. I love this breed, and they are well worth it for any committed/experienced dog owner. Can't wait to take him to play in the snow this winter!
they cast hairs bark at everything and nothing they never refuse any type of food even when their full. good to be around normal people eps when in business cannot get them in doors when it snows we had 10 in 40 years last one died when he was 15 sold a pup to a former high commissioner of nigeria he took the dog to london once a month and he said it was a great ambassador when meeting important people.
I have a mix. Moms a full black Labrador and dad was a full Norwegian elkhound. He's the best dog I've had. I grew up with labs most of my life. I could have asked for a better dog. I have another lab and then 5 cats. He absolutely loves his cat sister.
Also.... He has broken my bedroom window out.
Agree with most, but my dog is exelent with other cats, dogs (not smal like rabbits, those she chase, ) she jumps like hell, and is not a barking alot, but that differs om the dogs. She is really good at learning and really intelegent and always listens to me
And yeah, she did run off, like alot🤣
Unfortunately my girl once brought home a sheep. (my mom said she dragged it.)
I think she may have done it in.
she was between 1 & 1.5yo
Dad told me to get a shovel and get rid of that stinky thing.
She ran 5-10mpd w/me for 4yr almost every day and lived to be 23yo.
We love elkies and can vouch for many of these traits:
**Think of them as a friend that has their own interests & desires rather than as a pet that obeys you. These are not your typical dogs.
1) Highly intelligent. This has pros and cons. When you look at them they make intense eye contact. This is not a dumb animal. They learn very quickly and remember everything. They're difficult to train. We had ours in K9 training and it was a nightmare. If they don't want to do something, they won't. Fetch only works with food rewards, and only then if they're really good (use dried liver and actual meat bits). They'll figure out your training manipulation and turn it on you. They don't recall well - they need a good reason other than you just want them to.
2) Their family is their pack. They typically see one of you as the dominant or alpha in the pack - they'll listen to and try to please that person more than anyone else. They're very affectionate and love attention from everybody. They'll demand it. If you ignore them, they'll focus on you. They can be mistrusting of strangers, will guard their property fearlessly, and will not back down from any threat. They do not like being alone and will do anything to be with their pack (damage doors, dig out of yards, whine & bark incessantly) - train their recall and just take them with you to avoid a headache if you can.
3) Exercise. They're highly athletic. They are insanely fast, agile, and strong for their size. They can leap huge lengths. They need open space and do not like leashes/tethers. A larger open yard is best and go for hikes in open areas rather than street walks. On walks, they like to explore independently - you'll see them occasionally zipping through the brush, looking to see where you are now and then, but if you stumble they'll be at your side in an instant. If you disappear, they'll look for you.
4) Other pets/animals. They don't like them typically. They'll quickly go about establishing dominance over other dogs. Any wild animal that wanders into their yard is in for it - ours will rip the heads off snakes and chomp rodents to death. They patrol their property and will bark to ward off anything that comes too close. Close neighbors do not go well with Elkhounds.
Overall, Elkies are my favorite breed and I've had several much easier, laid back dogs prior. You don't feel like an owner of an elkhound, so much as a friend or family member in my opinion. It's an experience, for sure. Don't underestimate these smart, affectionate, but headstrong animals. They can be a headache, no doubt; but I can't imagine having anything else now that we've had one.
My boy Baldurdash has dug through the sheet rock and into the insulation by the back door.
My first girl was a lightning lips type who leapt from one end of the sofa to the other across a friend's lap, snatching a slice of pizza from bis hand and there were no crumbs on the upholstery.
It's the best breed ever. Norwegian Elkhounds are total couch potatos indoor and super alert and energetic outdoor. You'll never find a better family dog. My family have had them since the 1940s
My only memory of a Norwegian Elkhound was when I was visiting a friend of mine in my adolescence was whenever we would play outside their NE would hump my leg like the female NE life’s depended on it! 😮😮 What’s that all about??? Yeesh
Cool video!
Hey is it weird my Norwegian Elkhound is way bigger but looks exactly like the ones in the video and can pull me across the street?
Are you sure it isn't a Swedish Elkhound or a mix between the two? They used to be the same breed at one point but it was decided to part them into different breeds, some Norweigains still look very similar to the Swedes and wise versa. If the dogs follow breed standard when it comes to appearence they still look pretty different and the Swedes are quite a lot bigger with their taller legs, but their personalities are very similar.
30yrs ago I got a Norwegian elkhound breed. Mixed. When you walked in my home from front door you could see the back yard. 2 windows. You'd see my dog jumping over 5 to 6 feet straight up so he could see me. He always new well before I got in the house I was home. He disappeared at age 19. Almost deaf and blind he still had that energy and it's believed someone took him because I had him on a lead on a private drive I believe shit ball neighbors took as get back for some stupid shit i had nothing to do with. Rip sport
My friend has one and it HATES me more than anything! Sooo… uhm yea thats why I am here :)
This dog is a descendant of wolves, they have a tendency to want to escape there homes and explore the outside. I've seen missing posters for a few of them around my residence
All dogs are descendants of wolves
@@suaveopossum4614 They mean a more direct descendant 🤦♂️
Mine is not big on escaping. He is very attached to me and my wife.
Depends a lot on how much hunting instinct the dog has, the more hunting, the more running away the dog will do because they're mentally unterstimulated a lot of times. If they get to hunt regularly or do other activities like scentwork, rally obedience, clicker training etc they tend to not run away or at least not as often. Enrichment like kong toys, flirt pole, possibility to dig etc is also good. Getting at least 2h physical exercise per day is also good, especially if they get to run loose some of that time.
I am kinda excited about my future and not because Covid is still here lingering and it just doesn’t wanna go bye bye with the wind but I might be getting a job this year!
Once I get my own place Imma get me a Norwegian Elkhound and maybe a cat who knows we will see what the future holds!
I had a unfixed male, who lived to 13. I miss him greatly, all 77 lb of muscle. I think his soul is in my Old English bull dog I have now. My Elky, chased and corned to thieves trying to steal my sons bike from the garage. Those two young mates will think twice before doing that again.
My parents had one of those dogs when we were kids. Very good dog but he got old and died at the age of 12😢🥺😭
Many of your images are not of a Norweigen Elkhound. Some of the information is not correct either. But the Norweigen Elkhound is an amazing dog. Mine is the love of my life.
Name is actually Grey moose dog, because there is a black type moose dtoo
i love how the video is about the Norwegian Elkhound, but most of the pics used in the video are of German Shepherds. rofl
I hunt moose with my Norwegian Elkhound...
his name is Heinrich 😏
If you are talking about Norwegian Elkhound ONLY show Elkhound's. I have cats and Elkhounds
What dog do you recommend for a 4 member family that doesn't go out that much and stick to the house and doesn't exercise much
A french or an english bulldog.
@@borderlinesunshine9630 ok , do they need much care or in other words is it hard to raise cuz my family doesn't have much time and it's our first time
@@nadeemamouzh9315 To be honest none of the dog breeds are perfect for first timers. It totally depends on your lifestyle, home environment and activeness whether if you can successfully keep a dog as a first timer. In terms of french bulldogs, they are toy breeds. They doesn't need much exercise, are loyal to the pack and good for the apartment homes. The english bulldog on the other hand is a couch potato, if trained good they can be good guard dogs. They need moderate level of exercise and do have the same traits as the french bulldog. The cons for both of the breeds are somewhat same, like they drool alot, they may have gastric problems with an improper diet and may even develop sweat odours. I'm not an expert but my friend is a breeder and I go alot onto his kennel to watch for her female english bulldog.
@@borderlinesunshine9630 thx can you help me find the perfect or close to perfect dog for me by maybe quizzing my lifestyle and stuff
A stuffed animal dog
Who got the idea that Elg in Norwegian means Elk?. Elg is moose, so the real name should be, Norwegian Moosehound
Ah…another computer generated voice channel who has stole other people’s photos.
And how do I know this? I have a Norwegian elkhound and did a lot of research before getting one. A lot of what is “said” is on the AKC, Wikipedia and other websites.
We need to demand better videos on CZcams and there are better videos of Elkhounds out there.
More importantly most of the posted information is flat out wrong
Not particularly impressed with the quality of the video, but there is no better or more versatile breed of dog.
Can u go one for dogo argentino
Video has pictures of dogs that are not Elkhounds - it should be fixed.
I must have the one in a million then I say not yours and she stops what she is doing and come rite back to me every time never have to say it twice is supper good with other pets and people always there are some things on this list she dose but always stops when I say no or not yours
Some people have a more commanding presence that dogs will submit to much more easily, many people own breeds that are inappropriate for them and their situation, or they arent equipped to own in terms of their knowledge of dog temperament and knowledge training. I used to rehab pitbulls that went badly, but it was the owners who needed to be rehab'ed, I found suitable owners with good dog handling skills once they were put back into balance. I never met one that was unsalvageable.
Sometimes particular dogs are just more submissive, especially females. My last female was the sweetest most obedient creampuff Ive ever owned. Im glad you have some great doggos.
Please do Icelandic sheepdog
My elkhound smoky was all of these things I don’t understand why people saying opposite here. This is why I drove 8 hrs total round trip to replace him today with a new pup now he’s dead 🥲
t is sometimes a good idea to bring a puppy into the home with an older dog so the older dog can help teach the pup "how to be your dog" , to quote the breeder who allowed a puppy to bond with my ten-year-old elkhound bitch. It worked out well, now that Aani is no longer with us, Baldurdash is my best buddy.
we had 2 elkhounds called smoky when 1st one died we called the next one the same.
@@trevorwylie5882 that is so cool!
Hopefully this will work in my favor
I've got an elk hound dachshund mix (confirmed with embark). He looks like a regular shaped dog with the long back short legs combined with tall legs short body lol.
They didn't mention that elk Hounds are incredibly good climbers. I doubt they jump over fences, but rather climbed over. Mine has climbed trees too hunt squirrels and over my chain link fence.
You must get a dog gps for this breed
This is, by far, the most accurate Norwegian Elkhound description I've heard to date.
My Elkie is literally the opposite of everything they've listed.
This fool has never been around an elkhound if they think this description is accurate lol
I hope you are being sarcastic
My dog has a 40 inch tall fence and stays in.
'Dash does all right with a four-foot fence, though I have to snap the gate shut with a leash clip through the latch. He is a very smart boy. So smart, in fact, that when the sign says "WET FLOOR" he does.
Inches and pounds only get dislikes.
I wanna work with animals and people
My Norwegian elkhound knows how to open doors
Can you tell me the Secret to teaching Mine how to open doors and close them She loves to be outside but I hate having an open and close the door for all the time
we had a goat that did that and chased the elkhound and smoky dog was scared of it he didnt like the goats.
hey cocker spaniel world if u reach 15 thousand subs maybe do a face reveal?
At 2:01 Is not an Norwegian Elkhound
Most photos I've seen so far in this video are Akitas or GSDs.
Some of these statements are total bs.
WOW. Why don't you call this video just DOG?
So many inaccuracies in this video 😂
Love that you stole, literally all of this, word for word from an online article
why are all the pictures different breeds aha🤣
Don't believe everything you here in this presentation. Verify all information!!