Australian Kelpie vs Black Norwegian Elkhound

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

Australian Kelpie vs Black Norwegian Elkhound
Australian Kelpie
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Australian Kelpie
Black Norwegian Elkhound
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General Details
Australian Kelpie
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
18-22 Inches
19-21 Inches
Weight
30-60 Pounds
40-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Kelpie
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Origin Country
Australia
Norway
Origin Year
1900 AD
-5000 BC
Temperament
Australian Kelpie
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Australian Kelpie
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Needy
Stubborn
Living Environment
Australian Kelpie
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Kelpie
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Energy Level
Very High
High
Exercise Required
Very High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Australian Kelpie
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low to Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Kelpie
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Australian Kelpie
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Australian Kelpie
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Above Average
Herding
Above 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
Australian Kelpie
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Kelpie
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Collie eye anomaly
Osteoarthritis
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Obesity
Cystinuria
Kidney failure
Fanconi syndrome
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Kelpie
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Rough
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Australian Kelpie
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue
Blue
Chocolate
Chocolate
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
Red and tan
Red and tan
Black
Black
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