Jämthund
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FCI Standard No. 42 | ||
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Swedish elkhound |
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Males: 57–65 cm. |
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List of domestic dogs |
The Jämthund is an FCI recognized Swedish dog breed ( FCI Group 5, Section 2, Standard No. 42 ).
This dog , one of the Nordic dogs , is 57–65 cm tall and weighs 29.5–30.5 kg. The hair is fairly close-fitting, light to dark gray. The Jämthund comes from the historic Swedish province of Jämtland and is mainly used to hunt the elk , in the past also bears and the lynx . Outstanding characteristics are his strength and endurance.
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