Airedale Terrier vs Norwegian Elkhound

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

Airedale Terrier vs Norwegian Elkhound
Airedale Terrier
Norwegian Elkhound
Airedale Terrier
Norwegian Elkhound
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General Details
Airedale Terrier
Norwegian Elkhound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-13 Years
12-15 Years
Height
22-24 Inches
19-20 Inches
Weight
40-65 Pounds
45-57 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Airedale Terrier
Norwegian Elkhound
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Norway
Origin Year
1886 AD
-4000 BC
Temperament
Airedale Terrier
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
Average
Above Average
Personality
Airedale Terrier
Norwegian Elkhound
Traits
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Stubborn
Living Environment
Airedale Terrier
Norwegian Elkhound
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-85 °F
-20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Airedale Terrier
Norwegian Elkhound
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Airedale Terrier
Norwegian Elkhound
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium to High
Shedding
Low
Medium to High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Airedale Terrier
Norwegian Elkhound
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Airedale Terrier
Norwegian Elkhound
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Airedale Terrier
Norwegian Elkhound
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
None
Above Average
Herding
Average
Average
Hunting
None
Above Average
Protection
None
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
None
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Airedale Terrier
Norwegian Elkhound
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Airedale Terrier
Norwegian Elkhound
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Umbilical hernias
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Lens luxation
Familial renal disease
Fanconi syndrome
Sebaceous cysts
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Airedale Terrier
Norwegian Elkhound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Scruffy
Straight
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Airedale Terrier
Norwegian Elkhound
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Grizzle and Tan
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