Use this Norwegian Elkhound puppy weight calculator to predict how big your puppy will get. Norwegian Elkhounds are a hound breed that typically reaches full size by around 12-15 months.
Enter your puppy's current weight and age to predict their adult size
Estimates based on breed growth curves. Individual dogs vary with genetics and nutrition — check with your vet for a personalized read.
A practical pick for medium-sized breeds.
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| Age | Weight |
|---|---|
| Birth | 1 to 2 lbs |
| 2 Months | 7 to 11 lbs |
| 3 Months | 12 to 17 lbs |
| 4 Months | 17 to 22 lbs |
| 5 Months | 22 to 28 lbs |
| 6 Months | 26 to 33 lbs |
| 7 Months | 31 to 39 lbs |
| 9 Months | 36 to 44 lbs |
| 10 Months | 41 to 50 lbs |
| 1 Year | 46 to 54 lbs |
| 1.5 Years | 48 to 55 lbs |
| 2 Years | 48 to 55 lbs |
Estimated from typical medium-breed growth curves and the Norwegian Elkhound's adult weight range. Individual puppies vary — use the calculator above for a prediction based on your puppy's actual current weight.
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Norwegian Elkhounds are prone to hip dysplasia and progressive retinal atrophy, both worth screening for through a breeder. The breed has also historically had documented cases of Fanconi-like kidney syndrome and can develop sebaceous cysts under the thick coat, worth checking for during regular grooming.
A quality diet in portions matched to activity level; no unusual dietary requirements beyond standard weight management.
The thick double coat sheds heavily during seasonal blowouts and needs brushing several times a week during those periods to manage the volume of loose fur.
Elkhounds are independent-minded, a legacy of the breed's history working at a distance from hunters — patient, consistent training works better than repetition. This breed does best in cooler climates given its heavy coat.
The Norwegian Elkhound is one of Europe's oldest dog breeds, with a history going back over 6,000 years alongside Norse hunters and Vikings, bred to independently track and hold large game like elk and moose at bay — barking loudly to signal the hunter's location while dodging the animal's attention until help arrived. The breed is Norway's national dog.
Despite the name, Elkhounds are classified as hounds for their tracking ability rather than their appearance — with a wolf-like, spitz-type build suited to harsh northern climates rather than the long-eared look typically associated with hound breeds.
