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Norwegian Elkhounds are smart, affectionate dogs who love people. They are known for barking often, which is worse when they get lonely. Although they are slightly stubborn, these loving dogs can learn to do just about anything with the right training and the right motivation — food. Full-grown, they typically weigh 48-55 pounds and stand 19-21 inches tall.

Norwegian Elkhounds are generally okay with older children who know how to handle dogs. They are high energy dogs who do best with a safe, fenced-in yard where there’s plenty of space to play in. Norwegian Elkhounds are usually good around children if they are raised with them, but older dogs who aren’t used to children will take some time to warm up to them. They're fairly vocal dogs that bark regularly.

Norwegian Elkhounds are active dogs who will need about an hour total of exercise every day. It’s best if you can split this active time up into two sessions so they don’t get bored. Norwegian Elkhounds enjoy a nice long walk or running alongside you as you go for a bike ride. Overall, their exercise needs are high.

Norwegian Elkhounds have a double coat that is easy to groom and only needs weekly brushings. The catch? They shed a lot. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Norwegian Elkhounds are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. This means that they must be allowed to live in the house with their people to stay happy. They are high energy dogs who do best with a safe, fenced-in yard where there’s plenty of space to play in. They are fairly easy to train.