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20-463: The Norwegian Buhund has a square profile, is a little under medium-sized and sports a high set, tightly curled tail carried over the center of the back. The head is wedge shaped with pricked ears and a black nose. Their back is level with a deep chest. The Buhund ranges in size from about 43 to 45 centimeter (17 to 18 inches) with the males being 43–46 cm (17-18 1 ⁄ 2 in) and females to 44 cm(17 1 ⁄ 2 in) high. The weight range

40-475: A bit boisterous. They rank 36th in Stanley Coren 's The Intelligence of Dogs , being of above average working/obedience intelligence. A 2024 UK study found a life expectancy of 12.9 years for the breed compared to an average of 12.7 for purebreeds and 12 for crossbreeds . Norwegian Elkhounds are prone to an inherited abnormality that causes primary renal glucosuria via reducing the functional capacity of

60-494: A high level of energy, the Norwegian Buhund makes an excellent agility dog. People who live active lifestyles, or are seeking a dog with which they can become involved in dog sports, will appreciate the personality of the Norwegian Buhund. It is also an ideal dog for people who are athletic and desire a dog to go running, hiking or biking with. This breed makes an excellent companion for a sports enthusiast. The Norwegian Buhund

80-413: A result, some "hog dogs" have shared traits and abilities (i.e., bay dogs capable of holding, or catch dogs hunting by scent). However, they are usually kept separate (no crossing) and used according to their own unique abilities. This technique is also the traditional way to hunt moose in the northern Scandinavian forests using the native spitz hounds, where it allows the hunter to stealthily move close to

100-399: Is 14–18 kg (31–40 pounds) for males and 12–16 kg (26–35 pounds) for females. Wheaten – Any shade from pale cream to bright orange, with or without dark tipped hairs; as little white as possible; black mask acceptable. Black – Preferably without too much bronzing; with as little white as possible. Areas where white is permissible: a narrow white ring around the neck, a narrow blaze on

120-497: Is a dog that is specially trained to find, chase, and then bay , or howl, at a safe distance from large animals during a hunt , such as during a wild boar hunt . Bay dogs chase and circle the boar, keeping it cornered in one place, while barking intensely. This behavior is known as "baying" or keeping the boar "at bay". In Australia the terms "bay dogs" and "baying" are not in common usage; these are colloquially referred to as "bailers" and "bailing", respectively. The vocalizing of

140-519: Is a medium-sized dog and extremely hardy. Norwegian Elkhounds are bred for hunting large game, such as wolf , bear and moose . Although the breed is strong and hardy, the dogs typically have an inseparable bond with their masters and are quite loyal. All Elkhounds have a sharp loud bark which makes them suitable as watchdogs. Norwegian Elkhounds are loyal to their "pack" and make excellent family dogs given proper attention. They are bold, playful, independent, alert, extremely intelligent, and, at times,

160-511: Is derived from the Norwegian word bu 'homestead; simple building or mountain hut' (where the shepherd lived while looking after his herd in the summer) but can also mean 'stock', as in livestock , and hund 'dog'. The modern buhund was bred on the rainy western coastlands of Norway. Norwegian Elkhound The Norwegian Elkhound is one of the Northern Spitz -type breeds of dog and

180-473: Is highly intelligent. They are extremely headstrong and demonstrate an intense desire to be taught and to learn new things. If appropriate stimulus is not made available, the breed may resort to destructive or inappropriate behavior. The Buhund breed does become bored easily and is known to become restless. Daily exercise is required. This breed is ideal for owners who can dedicate time to exercise and training. With this desire for activity and learning combined with

200-536: Is prone to inherited eye issues and hip dysplasia. The Norwegian Buhund breed has a short to medium length coat that does not tangle or mat when shedding. Brushing weekly will be fine, but extra brushing is required when the dog is blowing coat twice a year. The Norwegian Buhund belongs to a large class of dogs called the Spitz type. There are many variations in size, coat and color among the Spitz breeds. These dogs protected farms and herded cattle and sheep. The name Buhund

220-541: Is the National Dog of Norway . The Elkhound has served as a hunter , guardian , herder , and defender . It is known for its courage in tracking and hunting moose and other large game, such as bears or wolves . The Norwegian Elkhound was first presented at a dog exhibition in Norway in 1877. The Norwegian name of the breed is Norsk elghund . The breed's object in the hunt is to independently track down and hold

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240-685: The breed. The Norwegian Elkhound has its origins in Sweden where it has always been highly prized as a hunting dog. It is 98% genetical identical to the Jämthund and share the same roots being from Jämtland and Norrland (Northern Sweden). It was rarely seen or bred outside of Norway until its appearance in England in the 19th century. It was officially recognized by The Kennel Club in 1901. Bay dog A bay dog (or bailer , in Australian English )

260-662: The dog leads the hunter in the direction of the elk or moose while keeping quiet. The breed falls under the mitochondrial DNA sub- clade referred to as d1 that is only found in northern Scandinavia. It is the result of a female wolf-male dog hybridization that occurred post-domestication. Subclade d1 originated "at most 480–3,000 years ago" and includes all Sami -related breeds: Finnish Lapphund , Swedish Lapphund , Lapponian Herder , Jämthund , Norwegian Elkhound and Hällefors Elkhound . The maternal wolf sequence that contributed to these breeds has not been matched across Eurasia According to The Kennel Club breed standard ideally

280-413: The dog stands about 19.5–20.5 inches (50–52 cm) high and weighs up to 23 kilograms (51 lb). Its grey, white, and black coat is made up of two layers: an underlying dense smooth coat ranging from black at the muzzle, ears, and tip of its tail to silvery grey on its legs, tail, and underbody and an overlying black-tipped protective guard coat. An ideal Elkhound has a tightly curled tail. The Elkhound

300-635: The dogs at bay signals the modern firearms hunter to close the distance with the pack and once caught up, to dispatch the boar with a well-placed gunshot. For the primitive weapons hunter, the bay signals the hunters to release the " catch dogs " that are used to then catch and hold the boar, allowing hunters to hog-tie the boar for relocation or kill the boar with a knife, spear or similar instrument. The dogs used for baying are typically curs , hounds , and various purpose-bred crosses . Some crossing has occurred between "bay and catch" dogs, due to being raised together for generations, along with purpose-breeding. As

320-463: The elderly. This breed loves to cuddle and give kisses to their masters and families. They form strong bonds with their owners and therefore are natural watch dogs. This can result in aloof behavior and wariness or anxiety around strangers. New owners may find this problematic, since the Norwegian Buhund may bark at each new alarming noise or movement. They are communicative and brave, but rarely will snap or bite without provocation. The Norwegian Buhund

340-975: The face, a small patch of white hairs on the chest, white feet and tip of the tail. Gray dogs with coats similar to the Norwegian Elkhound are sometimes found. In the UK Wolf Sable is also listed in the Kennel Club Breed Standard. The Norwegian Buhund is a highly cheerful and active breed. They do not tire easily and require extensive exercise on a daily basis. The Norwegian Buhund needs to expel its energy and becomes destructive and ill-mannered if ignored or made to stay still frequently. In conjunction with their high level of activity and energy, they are also extremely lovable and are known for their love of children. However, due to their high level of energy and need for intensive training, Norwegian Buhunds should always be supervised, especially around children and

360-500: The forelimbs, carpal valgus , retarded ossification , and a shortening of the vertebral body. Researchers from Finland identified the cause to be a recessive nonsense mutation in the ITGA10 gene. The Norwegian Elkhound is one of the more commonly affected breeds for primary open angle glaucoma . An autosomal recessive mutation in the ADAMTS10 gene is responsible for the condition in

380-404: The moose at bay —jumping in and out toward the moose, distracting its attention, while signaling to the hunters by barking very loudly—until the hunter who follows the sound can arrive to shoot it. The dog will only bark while the moose is stationary, but it can also slowly drive the elk or moose towards shooters lying in wait. The Norwegian Elkhound is also used on a leash. In this mode of hunting,

400-467: The tubular epithelial cells to reabsorb glucose; this disorder further predisposes them to lower urinary tract bacterial infections. Norwegian Elkhounds are also predisposed to dioestrous & gestational diabetes, progesterone -related forms of diabetes mellitus . A form of inherited chondrodysplasia has been described in the Norwegian Elkhound since the 1980s. Symptoms include curvature of

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