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Swedish Elkhound
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
Winter
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Healthiness
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| Overview: | The Swedish Elkhound is an ancient working breed. They are very rare outside their home country and do best in large homes with plenty of room to run. |
| Breed Group: | Herding |
| Weight (lbs): | 55-60 |
| Height (in): | 17-20 |
| Colors: | gray |
| Coat: | The coat is long and coarse. They have a soft undercoat that is usually white. |
| Character: | Swedish Elkhounds are friendly, gentle and loyal. |
| Temperament: | The Swedish Elkhound is gentle with children. They can be aggressive with other dogs. |
| Care: | The coat needs to be brushed several times each week and bathed occasionally. |
| Training: | Swedish Elkhounds are intelligent and does very well in obedience training. |
| Activity: | This breed needs a lot of room to run in a large yard. They should not be kept in an apartment. |
| Country of Origin: | Sweden |
| Life Expectancy: | 10-12 |