The norwegian elkhound training information you will read here was developed by a panel of renowned dog training experts whose combined wisdom represents nearly. The shoe sitter norwegian elkhound childrens book neaa. Norwegian elkhound dog names popular male and female names. The akc breed name norwegian elkhound is a direct translation from its original norwegian name norsk elghund, meaning norwegian moose dog. The norwegian elkhound was recognized by the british kennel club in 1923 and gained recognition from the american kennel club around 1930.
Its only been 24 hours since tia has left the pound. We are ned and toni welkes and ellyka is our kennel name for the norwegian elkhounds we have been breeding and showing as. Norwegian elkhounds are reliable, bold, and boisterous. The norwegian elkhound, also called the elkhound or the norsk elghund, is a norwegian breed that was probably developed by the vikings. More traits and characteristics of the norwegian elkhound.
It is a small spitz breed and is very rare outside the nordic countries of scandinavia. The norwegian elkhound is a mediumsized, hardy and squarely built dog designed to withstand cold weather and hunt for days at a time. Norwegian elkhound training guide norwegian elkhound training book. Norwegian elkhound training book for dogs and puppies by. The breeds object in the hunt is to independently track down and hold the moose at bay jumping in and out toward the moose, distracting its attention, while signaling to the hunters by barking very.
Food norwegian elkhounds are foodmotivated and prone to overeating. Nov 06, 2015 the one of the most prized norwegian elkhound traits is his high intelligence. The norwegian elkhound is known for being a barker, therefore, they are not ideal for apartment or even subdivision living. Norwegian elkhound, looks just like one that lived on my street long ago. Norwegian elkhound training the fastest way to no more norwegian elkhound poop. Whatever your puppy does, you must react properly or he will learn the wrong things. This page is a site for norwegian elkhound enthusiasts to share stories, pictures and information about these wonderful dogs. The norwegian elkhound combines traits of hounds and spitzlike dogs, resulting in a breed that is bold, playful, independent, alert, and boisterous. Finding a good breeder is a great way to find the right puppy. Nerr is a nonprofit volunteer organization that rescues elkhounds from the 6 new england. Remnants of norwegian elkhounds dating back centuries have been. The norwegian elkhound is an arctic breed that originated in norway as early as 5000 b.
Definitely, he is one of the smartest primitive dogs. Heres my recommended schedule what to teach, when to teach it for training your norwegian elkhound puppy. After spending the past two years in her former owners garage, tia needs a lot of training. Daily exercise is needed to prevent frustration or destructive behavior. Norwegian elkhound my first boyfriend got me an elkhound pup. Norwegian elkhound socializing, housetraining, obedience training.
The temperament of the dog is strong hearted, intelligent, proud and alert. You might like to visit a show and meet some of the breeders and their dogs this is a good way of making sure that an elkhound is for you. The main source of information about puppies in the uk is the norwegian elkhound club of great britain. In appearance, a typical northern dog of medium size and substance, square in profile, close coupled and balanced in proportions. Norwegian elkhound puppies for sale and dogs for adoption. Norwegian elkhound dog breed everything about norwegian. Dog of the vikings as rugged as the land from which he sprang, the norwegian elkhound was a cherished possession of his viking masters, and he appears in many of the old sagas. They were also used to hunt large game animals like bears and elk. With the ability to work in cold climates for long periods of time, the norwegian elkhound makes a great sled dog and his agility allows him to avoid. Sometimes all it takes to stop bullying is sticking to. The norwegian elkhound is a friendly soul but he is also independent and dignified by nature.
Great book to have if you are considering an elkhound, or, already have one. Buying, owning, health, grooming, training, obedience, understanding and. Gives the history of the breed as well as an excellent discription of the breed and their temporament, both positive and negative points. The successful completion of an akc breed exam is a requirement for the following. Kari is a wealth of knowledge on training norwegian elkhounds and her dogs have always ranked at the top. Review how much norwegian elkhound puppies for sale sell for below. Want nick and off leash k9 training to come to you and train you and your dog. Norwegian elkhound training updated2018 special free bonus inside are you ready to bone up. There is a separate breed called the black norwegian elkhound, however. Norwegian elkhound dog breed facts and information wag. The secretary keeps a list of puppies currently available from reputable breeders. Neighbors will quickly become less enchanted with your new family member and could cause you a big headache in the long run.
The norwegian elkhound has fantastic tracking skills. Basics of norwegian elkhound training about dog norwegian. Norwegian elkhound training book for dogs and puppies by bone. From mugs to jewelry to umbrellas, its a breed lovers dream.
Dec 05, 2015 norwegian elkhounds are considered to have been great companions to viking warriors. This exam is an open book test and consist of 25 questions. Norwegian elkhound training secrets how to train a. For experienced dog owners, this dog is easy to train and new people may face difficulty in training. First and foremost, the norwegian elkhound is a hunter.
Check out our full norwegian elkhound product collection. Finding a name for your newest family member will prove easier than training them not to bark. It is a truly ancient breed, and most modern elkhounds retain a strong hunting instinct. A blondehaired girl is walking a black, grey and white norwegian elkhound across. In stanley corens book the intelligence of dogs, which includes all dog breeds around the world, this smartass is on the solid 36th place. Norwegian elkhound comprehensive owners guide cunliffe, juliette, johnson. How to train a norwegian elkhound dog training based in. It is recommended that you refer to the approved breed standard in completing this exam. Apr 19, 2019 kari olson norwegian elkhound childrens book the shoe sitter is just one of kari olsons illustrated books on norwegian elkhounds. The norwegian elkhound is a hardy gray hunting dog. Building a bond with your norwegian elkhound is the first and the most crucial step involved in training him successfully.
Norwegian elkhound training secrets is an innovative guide on norwegian elkhound dogs and is the result of years of research. Norwegian elkhound training book for dogs and puppies by bone up dog training. Jan 03, 2018 want nick and off leash k9 training to come to you and train you and your dog. Nov 21, 2018 this pin was discovered by phoenix fire. Elkhound and finsk spitz by lady kitty ritsen, published in 1930s in great britain how to raise and train a norwegian elkhound by glenna. If you are told that someone has a miniature norwegian elkhound, then it is either a runt, still a puppy, or it has been crossbred with another dog breed. Nov 19, 2015 the other names for this dog are norsk elghund black, norsk elghund sort, black elkhound and norwegian moose dog black. They are very playful and can be friendly toward kids and other dogs, but should be supervised in both circumstances. Training norwegian elkhounds sensible dog training.
The vikings developed the breed about 60007000 years ago in norway to hunt big game such as moose and bear. Norwegian elkhound training book for dogs and puppies by bone up dog. The breed responds well to treats during training sessions. Norwegian elkhound breed info characteristics traits. Sign up to be notified of our next free online seminar as well as subscribe to the norwegian elkhound mini course and learn new and advanced norwegian elkhound training and norwegian elkhound care, tips, methods and strategies, free. It is bred for the same purpose as the grey norwegian elkhound but is smaller, more agile, and easier to recognize in the snow.
Simply by his breed, it should be obvious that the norwegian elkhound was bred to take down elk, but he was also bred to hunt bear and other large, wild game. Norwegian elkhound dog breed facts and traits hills pet. All tips, techniques and secrets regarding norwegian elkhound dogs is now available in simple english, explained in a way that anyone can interpret. Find norwegian elkhound books for sale at free dog listings. Simply the best darn doityourself norwegian elkhound training guide available on the market today make no bones about it. Norwegian elkhound training and puppy training, by michele welton, dog trainer, breed selection consultant, author of 15 dog books.
The black norwegian elkhound norsk elghund svart is a modern variant of the grey norwegian elkhound. Finally, you can avoid some negative traits by training your norwegian elkhound to respect you and by following the 11step care program in my book, 11 things you must do right to keep your dog healthy and happy. The new complete norwegian elkhound by wallo1972 3rd. Norwegian elkhound temperament, personality, training, behavior, pros and. The origin of the norwegian elkhound has been traced to as far back as 5000 b.
Whether you want to go with a breeder or get your dog from a shelter or rescue, here are some things to keep in mind. Dogs norwegian elkhound free training course on norwegian. It is the story of a little boy and his dog who were bullied and what happened to change that. Interested in training or opening your own off leash k9 training licensed location. This is a dog ready for adventure and is happiest if that adventure takes place outdoors in cold weather. Black norwegian elkhound puppies, breeders, facts, pictures. The cost to buy a norwegian elkhound varies greatly and depends on many factors such as the breeders location, reputation, litter size, lineage of the puppy, breed popularity supply and demand, training, socialization efforts, breed lines and much more. As soon as you bring your norwegian elkhound home, you must first try to develop a caring and loving relationship with him in order to win his trust and confidence. Norwegian elkhound training and puppy training, by michele welton, dog trainer, breed selection consultant, author of 15 dog books dog training is much less about the teaching of commands and much more about how you live with your dog. If i was considering a norwegian elkhound, i would be most concerned about. Free course on obedience training your norwegian elkhound get instant access to your training now for free. The norwegian elkhound training information you will read here was developed by a panel of renowned dog training experts whose combined wisdom represents nearly 100 years of specialist experience training dogs. The biggest and most comprehensive catalog of norwegian elkhound books in the world.
Because, this norwegian elkhound training system begins from the car ride home. Official breed standard of the norwegian elkhound, the hunting norwegian elkhound, and training and simple obedience. Norwegian elkhound book for care, costs, feeding, grooming, health and training. To apply for conformation judging approval for inring apprentice training must be. Find the perfect norwegian elkhound puppy for sale at. A breed standard was written and a stud book published. Male dogs range in size from 19 to 21 inches at the shoulders and weigh 50 to 60 pounds 23 to 27 kilograms. Such a smart and willing student and soooo good with kids dare i say. Easy training fast results norwegian elkhound kane, mrs karen douglas on. It almost seems as if her prior owners had her cooped up so long.
Get the dog training results youre thinking about starting today right now using my latest, cutting edge norwegian elkhound breed specific training suite dubbed. Although he is known as the dog of the vikings, the elkhounds earliest association with man dates from much earlier. Kari olson norwegian elkhound childrens book the shoe sitter. They belong to the hound group and they were originally used as watchdogs and guard dogs. As rugged as the land from which he sprang, the norwegian elkhound was a cherished. Very comprehensive and thorough look at the norwegian elkhound breed.
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