Norwegian Elkhound Rescue - Looking for a Home

Illinois

Duke is a special 9 year old boy who had a tough life before he got into rescue. He was in several homes prior to coming here and the last one his male owner had a massive heart attack and died with him in the house. The wife was working, called for emergency help and paramedics arrived just before she did. As a result, Duke was shut away and never saw his constant companion again. His family was gone and he was either chained outside or shut in a basement for long days with no way to understand what had happened. Finally he was turned over to animal control and then came into rescue. He is neutered, up to date on shots and heartworm preventative.

Duke is fortunate to be fostered by a very patient woman who was able to be home much of the time. He is great with people and good with his foster mom's two elkhounds. His separation anxiety was so severe (chewing out of crates, soiling himself and his area) that we started him on chlomipramine (generic version of Clomacalm) and, after adjusting the dose, he calmed down enough to start trusting if he was left alone again. Duke should probably remain on his meds to avoid futher anxiety. He loves being with people and knowing he is part of their lives. He loves to brushed/combed, get belly rubs and absolutely grins when you rub his neck! Duke needs to be someone's special companion and would love to be retired with someone who is home most of the time. He loves routine and is secure with being left for some time now. His new home needs to be understanding and realize that he will need time to adjust to a new setting. Patience and love is what he is looking for. He's a beautiful boy and like any elkhound he loves his treats. He will alert to what is happening outside and seems to prefer a quiet home where he can be with his person. He also likes his thundershirt in times of stress.

If you think you need him as much as he needs you and can give this very special boy his perfect retirement home, please click here to fill out an application to adopt. He really wants a permanent home where he can finally relax and stop worrying.

Indiana

KATIE - PENDING

Iowa

Kansas

Michigan

TRUDY

Trudy is an adorable spayed female elkhound who is about 6-7 years old. She is way overweight at 75 lbs. and is on a diet. She is pretty shy and takes a little while to bond with a new person. She is currently in a home with a lot of younger, small dogs and is hoping for a quieter place where she can find her own person. She has done well with dogs closer to her age but tends to hide from the younger wilder ones. Trudy is up to date on vaccinations and heartworm negative. For being as heavy as she is, the vet said she is in pretty good shape. She had ear infections which are being treated and will get a good grooming once she is less afraid of all the new things she is experiencing. She is completely housebroken, she walks great on a leash, she is friendly, although shy. So far, she hasn't been too vocal, except when she is unhappy about being isolated. She likes her crate which she chooses to go in and nap. She would love to find a foster or adopter who wants a nice, laid back girl who appreciates a gentle hug and time together with her family. If you might be able to offer that to Trudy, please contact rescue@jnmrf.org and click here to fill out an application to adopt. Don't forget to mention her name. Trudy is currently in Holland, MI.

BOOTS Sponsor Me!

Boots is one of 8 pups from Ohio. Her mom, Queenie, was dropped off at a pound a week before he pups were born. Mom is an elkhound and dad is unknown but appears to have some Brittany and Border Collie which he contributed to her gene pool. Boots and her seven siblings were born on 2/6/11, Superbowl Sunday. Boots is spayed, has had all her puppy shots her rabies shot, and is heartworm negative and on prevention.

These puppies are shy when meeting new people and really need to have a home where they can get individual attention. They are currently in a boarding kennel and have attended some obedience classes. Click here for videos of them at the class in August. They are smart and willing to learn. New situations tend to stress them and they need a diet which is easy on their tummies. Boots is currently on a chicken and oatmeal kibble designed for sensitive stomachs. If you are interested in Boots or one of Queenie's other puppies, please click here to fill out an application to adopt. A fenced yard is required. No visiting will be allowed without an approved application. Adoption fee is $200.

VINNIE Sponsor Me!

Vinnie is an 8-month-old puppy born to Queenie, a young female Elkhound who was dropped off at a pound a week before giving birth! The father of the puppies is an unknown mix but Vinnie had DNA testing using the BioPet kit and a significant contribution to the DNA profile (other than the half elkhound) was identified as a mix of Great Pyr (?) and Chihuahua with a dab of Dachshund. The Great Pyr has to be a far distant relative if it is accurate. He looks like a small shepherd with a curled tail. He and his seven siblings were born on 02/06/2011. Vinnie is neutered, has had all his puppy shots, his Rabies shot, and is heartworm negative and on prevention. These puppies are shy when meeting new people and really need to have a home where they can get a lot of individual attention. They are currently in a boarding kennel and have attended some obedience classes.

Click here for videos of them at the class in August. They are smart and willing to learn. New situations tend to stress them and they need a diet which is easy on their tummies. Vinnie is currently on a prescription diet of Hills I/D, which is designed for sensitive stomachs. If you are interested in him or one of Queenie's other puppies, please click here to fill out an application to adopt. A fenced yard is required. No visiting will be allowed without an approved application. Adoption fee is $200.

Minnesota

COURTESY LISTING for Minnesota Elkhound Rescue:

GOMER - PENDING

Gomer is a 6 year old neutered male rescue dog. He came into rescue because his previous owners were no longer caring for him. He has been with a foster family for about three months. He has adjusted well and is a sweet boy. Gomer has a good temperament; gets along well with other dogs and is good with people and children. He is up to date on immunizations and is heartworm negative. He is on heartworm preventative. He also has a microchip but the number has not been registered.

Gomer does have some health problems, he was Lyme positive but has completed a course of antibiotics and is showing no symptoms at this time. He also has a seizure disorder, but this was thought to possibly be environmental. Since being with his foster family his dose of anti-seizure medications has been decreased by half. We are hopeful with a vet's advice this might be a temporary problem and he could eventually be off of all meds. He also was overweight at almost 70 pounds but as of his last weight check he was down to 65 pounds so he is doing well in that respect. He loves to be walked and daily exercise has helped him with his weight loss. In addition, since decreasing the dose of seizure medication, he is much more active and willing to run.

We would love to find a forever home for Gomer. If you would like a sweet male elkhound to share your life, contact Kim at kachisholm@gmail.com.

INGA - ADOPTED

Missouri

Nebraska

North Dakota

Ohio

RAJI Sponsor Me!

Raji is one of the 6 male pups from Ohio. His mom, Queenie, is an elkhound and dad is unknown. Raji's DNA was tested for breed identification using the BioPet kit. A significant contribution to the DNA, other than half elkhound, was identified as Great Pyr with some Labrador Retriever and a little Beagle/Poodle. We can see no Great Pyr in him but maybe Lab and Border Collie. Photo on the left is when he was taken 6/13 and the one on the right taken 8/18. He does have a reddish tint to his hair on his ears. The pups were born on 2/6/11, Superbowl Sunday. He is neutered, has had all his puppy shots and his rabies shot, is heartworm negative and on preventative. Raji gets along with other dogs -big & small- but likes to chase cats. He won't hurt them, but loves a good chase! He's good with strangers but a bit shy so let him come to you first. He loves to play with other dogs, toys, balls - he just loves to play! He is curious and likes to explore in a big fenced yard. Raji doesn't walk very well on a leash but with training he'd learn because he loves to please. A fenced yard is required for adoption.

If you are interested in him or one of Queenie's other puppies, please click here to fill out an application to adopt. Puppies are in foster care and no visiting will be allowed without an approved application. Click here for videos of them in action. Adoption fee is $200.

Raji, Troy, and a pug

TROY Sponsor Me!

Troy is the largest of the 6 male pups from Ohio. His mom, Queenie, is an elkhound and dad is unknown. Troy looks most like his mom, Queenie but has floppy ears. Photo on the left was taken on 5/30, the smiling center photo was frrom 6/4 and the photo on the right taken Aug 18. The pups were born on 2/6/11, Superbowl Sunday. Troy is neutered, has had all his puppy shots and has his rabies shot. He is heartworm negative and has been on preventative since he was tiny. Troy gets along with other dogs of all sizes and with cats. He's a real people person and is friendly with everyone he meets and likes to cuddle up with you in bed (your's, not his). He is very playful and loves to run around in a big fenced yard. He also likes to play tug and chase balls (don't expect him to bring it back). Troy likes to show you how agile he is and will clear a baby gate in a single bound to prove it. He does not like to be crated but is learning that he has to stay there when his foster mom is at work. He doesn't walk very well on a leash but with training he'd learn to because he's a really smart boy who loves to please. A fenced yard is required for adoption.

South Dakota

Wisconsin

SAVANNAH - ADOPTED