Norwegian Elkhound vs Black Norwegian Elkhound

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

Norwegian Elkhound vs Black Norwegian Elkhound
Norwegian Elkhound
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Norwegian Elkhound
Black Norwegian Elkhound
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General Details
Norwegian Elkhound
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
19-20 Inches
19-21 Inches
Weight
45-57 Pounds
40-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Norwegian Elkhound
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Origin Country
Norway
Norway
Origin Year
-4000 BC
-5000 BC
Temperament
Norwegian Elkhound
Black Norwegian Elkhound
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
Above Average
Personality
Norwegian Elkhound
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Aggressive
Needy
Stubborn
Living Environment
Norwegian Elkhound
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
-20-70 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Norwegian Elkhound
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Norwegian Elkhound
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
High
Shedding
Medium to High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low to Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Norwegian Elkhound
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Norwegian Elkhound
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Norwegian Elkhound
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Norwegian Elkhound
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Norwegian Elkhound
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Lens luxation
Familial renal disease
Fanconi syndrome
Sebaceous cysts
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Obesity
Cystinuria
Kidney failure
Fanconi syndrome
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Norwegian Elkhound
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Norwegian Elkhound
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Breed Colors
Black
Black
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