Genetics and Lineage

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Deep‑dive genetic analysis, founder‑line studies, coat genetics, diversity management, and lineage‑based stewardship. This category explains the science behind maintaining strong, functional, heritage‑correct Elkhound populations.

Genetics and Lineage, Working Dog Philosophy

Bush Planes, Jamthunds, Alaska

Tosha has an awesome post on her telegram channel about her Sunday with a few friends “Dropping By” in their planes. She has the stunning Helix and Chief out with her and it’s the coolest way to spend a Sunday afternoon in the Alaskan Wilderness. I am so happy to see the big Jamthund boys …...

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Genetics and Lineage, Historical Elkhound Material, Training & Development

Hiking on the bear trail with Elkhounds

Jamthund Aila, Norwegian Elkhounds Tuva and Tekla, along with Norwegian Elkhound pups Mia, Tiera and Kofu. I recall the great hike I had with these tremendous dogs. Fully skilled in bear work and working in bear rich terrain. I would do Desna training using these three mentor dogs, Aila, Tekla and Tuva to train and …...

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Genetics and Lineage

Aspen has a new litter of pups

Norwegian Elkhound puppies on the ground right now from Aspen. Oh Wow, Aspen has 7 brand new little puppies all doing fabulous. They are the Karu pups. You can not believe how excited we are to have this litter. Aspen as you all may know is the daughter of the famous Swix and Tika pair. …...

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