Norwegian Elkhound
Weight
20–25 kg
Height
49–52 cm shoulder height
Lifespan
12–15 years
Character & traits
Energy
4
Affection
3
Playfulness
3
Watchfulness
5
With children
4
With other dogs
3
With strangers
2
Trainability
3
For beginners
2
Shedding
5
Drooling
1
Practical
- Exercise per day
- 2 to 3 hours
- Max alone
- 4 hours
- Garden needed
- Yes
- Apartment
- Less suitable
- Insurance
- $40–$55/mo
- Food
- $45–$60/mo
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Undercoat brush
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