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16+ Historical Facts About Norwegian Elkhounds You Might Not Know

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#16 But in fact, the Norwegian Elghund is a versatile dog, with equal success performing hunting, herding, guarding functions, and even being used as a transport animal.

#17 Interestingly, the indigenous peoples of Lapland use the Elghund for herding reindeer, and the dog does an excellent job with these duties, at first glance, contrary to its hunting nature.

Mary Allen

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Hello, I'm Mary! I've cared for many pet species including dogs, cats, guinea pigs, fish, and bearded dragons. I also have ten pets of my own currently. I've written many topics in this space including how-tos, informational articles, care guides, breed guides, and more.

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