Akbash Dog vs Black Norwegian Elkhound

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

Akbash Dog vs Black Norwegian Elkhound
Akbash Dog
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Akbash Dog
Black Norwegian Elkhound
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General Details
Akbash Dog
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Height
27-32 Inches
19-21 Inches
Weight
75-140 Pounds
40-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Akbash Dog
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Origin Country
Turkey
Norway
Origin Year
-1000 BC
-5000 BC
Temperament
Akbash Dog
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
None
Above Average
Personality
Akbash Dog
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Needy
Stubborn
Living Environment
Akbash Dog
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-70 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Akbash Dog
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Akbash Dog
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High
Shedding
Medium to High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low to Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Akbash Dog
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Akbash Dog
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Akbash Dog
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Aggression
Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Akbash Dog
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Akbash Dog
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Umbilical hernias
Heart problems
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Obesity
Cystinuria
Kidney failure
Fanconi syndrome
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Akbash Dog
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Coat Type
Hair
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wooly
Rough
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Akbash Dog
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Breed Colors
White
White
Black
Black
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