Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Kangal Dog

Compare the Black Norwegian Elkhound to the Kangal Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Black Norwegian Elkhounds and Kangal Dogs.

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Kangal Dog
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Kangal Dog
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Kangal Dog
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General Details
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Kangal Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
19-21 Inches
28-34 Inches
Weight
40-60 Pounds
85-150 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Kangal Dog
Origin Country
Norway
Turkey
Origin Year
-5000 BC
700 AD
Temperament
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Kangal Dog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
None
Personality
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Kangal Dog
Traits
Aggressive
Needy
Stubborn
Aggressive
Stubborn
Living Environment
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Kangal Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-70 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Kangal Dog
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Kangal Dog
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low to Medium
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Kangal Dog
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Kangal Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Kangal Dog
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Kangal Dog
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Kangal Dog
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Obesity
Cystinuria
Kidney failure
Fanconi syndrome
Fatty tumors
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Kangal Dog
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wooly
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Kangal Dog
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Gray
Pale Yellow
Pale Yellow
Tan
Tan
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