Norwegian elkhound

noun

1. one of a breed of dogs having a short, compact body, short, pointed ears, and a thick, gray coat, raised originally in Norway for hunting elk and other game.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Norwegian elkhound¹

First recorded in 1925–30

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

From Washington Times

In the hound group, Duffy, a Norwegian elkhound, was named the winner, while a one-year-old pekingese called Chuckie came out top of the toy dogs.

From Reuters

To the cheers of the crowd at Madison Square Garden, Rumor joined a miniature poodle, a Pekingese and a Norwegian elkhound in the best-of-seven final ring.

From Seattle Times