Wyoming Mountain Dogs are a mix of German shepherd, Norwegian elkhound, and Alaskan malamute. The Swedish elkhound, Siberian husky and Finnish spitz were the breeds with the lowest rates. Vin-Melca's Vagabond, a Norwegian Elkhound. The Norwegian Elkhound was first presented at a dog exhibition in Norway in 1877. Gray dogs with coats similar to the Norwegian Elkhound are sometimes found. The Norwegian Elkhound is also used on a leash. The Elkhound has served as a hunter, guardian, herder, and defender. The Elkhound has been an important dog for farmers in Scandinavia for hundreds of years. It is more strong-minded than the Grey Elkhound. The Elkhound is a medium-sized dog and extremely hardy.