elkhound

[ elk-hound ]

noun

1. Norwegian elkhound.

elkhound

/ ˈɛlkˌhaʊnd /

noun

1. a powerful breed of dog of the spitz type with a thick grey coat and tightly curled tail Also calledNorwegian elkhound

Word History and Origins

Origin of elkhound¹

First recorded in 1885–90; elk + hound ¹

Example Sentences

“I have two dogs of my own,” said Machamer, who owns a Norwegian elkhound and a Pomeranian.

From Washington Post

In a competition that can include a Norwegian elkhound, Australian shepherd and Chinese shar-pei, the people come from all over the world, too.

From Seattle Times

The Royal Norwegian Airforce released footage of the 1-year-old dog, an elkhound called Raija, running out of the wreckage into the hands of rescuers.

From Fox News

The others were a Norwegian elkhound, a Pekingese, miniature poodle, boxer and Norwich terrier.

From Washington Times

She’s so successful that many in the show world came to refer to Norwegian elkhounds as “Craigehounds” - her name before Trotter.

From Washington Times