That dog ate the heads off my chickens, went thru the screened window to try to get to a guina pig and chased a rabbit into the house one day. Fur was flying everywhere. He went to a new home real fast.
Maybe I should of added “they need proper training as puppies”. We had one as a child. I can vouch for their protective nature, sociability and absolute hatred of Coyotes. Sadly a screened window will not stop them if they spot their prey. ;-(
Like most spitz breeds, Elkhounds WILL go after animals it considers to be “game”. They need firm, consistent training to learn the difference between varmints and livestock/pets you don’t want them to kill.