Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

Compare the Black Norwegian Elkhound to the Miniature Australian Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Black Norwegian Elkhounds and Miniature Australian Shepherds.

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Height
19-21 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
40-60 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Norway
United States
Origin Year
-5000 BC
1978 AD
Temperament
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Aggressive
Needy
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
20-70 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low to Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Obesity
Cystinuria
Kidney failure
Fanconi syndrome
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wooly
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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