Norwegian elkhound is a hunting dog that originated in Norway, probably between 5000 and 4000 B.C. Hunters claim the elkhound can scent an elk 3 miles (5 kilometers) away. The elkhound stalks its prey quietly and holds it at bay until the hunter arrives. It is also used in hunting bear and game birds. The elkhound’s coat is thick and gray with black tips. The dog weighs about 50 pounds (23 kilograms).
