Jämthund

Jämthund
FCI Standard No. 42
	Group 5: Spitz and primitive dogs; Section 2: Nordic hunting dogs ; With an optional work test ;
Origin :	Sweden
Alternative names:	Swedish elkhound
Withers height:	Males: 57–65 cm. ; Bitches: 52–60 cm
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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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Commons : Jämthund - collection of pictures, videos and audio files

Breed standard No. 42 of the FCI: Jämthund (PDF)