Norwegian Elkhound vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Norwegian Elkhound vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Height
19-20 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
45-57 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Norway
United States
Origin Year
-4000 BC
1978 AD
Temperament
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
Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
-20-70 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
Medium to High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Average
None
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Lens luxation
Familial renal disease
Fanconi syndrome
Sebaceous cysts
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Norwegian Elkhound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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