Black Norwegian Elkhound Standards
- 18-20"
- 38-41 lbs
- medium-sized spitz
- prick, triangular ears
- tightly curled tail sits over back
- double coat is thick and hard
- black
History of the Black Norwegian Elkhound
The Black Norwegian Elkhound was developed in Norway in the 19th century. Most kennel clubs simply view them as a smaller version of the Norwegian Elkhound with a different coat color. However, some Scandinavian experts have suggested that they may have an entirely different ancestry. They remain a rare breed inside Norway and Sweden, and are virtually unknown in other countries.
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