FCI #242 · Group 5

Norwegian Elkhound Grey (FCI #242)

Norwegian Elkhound Grey is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 242, Group 5: Spitz and Primitive Types). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 1999-08-09.

FCI #242Group 5: Group 5 — Spitz and Primitive TypesStatus: definitive
Norwegian Elkhound Grey — Key Facts
Breed NameNorwegian Elkhound Grey (Norwegian Elkhound Grey)
SpeciesCanine (Canis lupus familiaris)
Primary RegistryFCI #242
Group / CategoryGroup 5 — Group 5 — Spitz and Primitive Types
Recognition Statusdefinitive
Official Standard Date1999-08-09
Primary Standard DocumentOfficial FCI Standard #242 (PDF) ↗
Measurement UnitsMetric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in)
FCI #242

Norwegian Elkhound Grey — Standard & Care

Nordic sled, hunting, herding, and ancient primitive dog breeds with dense double coats and independent problem-solving traits.

Verify lineage and breed-specific health screening protocols through the national FCI member club and the official FCI Standard No. 242 specification.

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Multilingual Nomenclature — Norwegian Elkhound Grey

LanguageOfficial / Common Designation
English (EN)Norwegian Elkhound Grey, Norsk Elghund Grå
Español (ES)Norwegian Elkhound Grey, Norsk Elghund Grå
Deutsch (DE)Norwegian Elkhound Grey, Norsk Elghund Grå
Français (FR)Norwegian Elkhound Grey, Norsk Elghund Grå
Português (PT-BR)Norwegian Elkhound Grey, Norsk Elghund Grå
FAQ

FAQ — Norwegian Elkhound Grey

What is the official FCI standard number for Norwegian Elkhound Grey?

Norwegian Elkhound Grey (Norwegian Elkhound Grey) is registered under FCI Standard #242 in Group 5 (Group 5 — Spitz and Primitive Types), with definitive recognition status.

Where can I verify an official Norwegian Elkhound Grey breeder or national club?

Use the Porodoteka National Kennel Clubs & Feline Federations Directory (/en/clubs/) to locate the recognized FCI member organization in your country.

Official Sources & Provenance Verified: 2026-11-06

Reference materials do not replace an in-person veterinary consultation or official kennel club registration rules.