Belgian Tervuren vs Black Norwegian Elkhound

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

Belgian Tervuren vs Black Norwegian Elkhound
Belgian Tervuren
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Belgian Tervuren
Black Norwegian Elkhound
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General Details
Belgian Tervuren
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Height
22-26 Inches
19-21 Inches
Weight
45-75 Pounds
40-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Belgian Tervuren
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Origin Country
Belgium
Norway
Origin Year
1895 AD
-5000 BC
Temperament
Belgian Tervuren
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Belgian Tervuren
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Needy
Stubborn
Living Environment
Belgian Tervuren
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-70 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Belgian Tervuren
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Belgian Tervuren
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
Low
Low to Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Belgian Tervuren
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Belgian Tervuren
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Belgian Tervuren
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below 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
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Belgian Tervuren
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Belgian Tervuren
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Obesity
Cystinuria
Kidney failure
Fanconi syndrome
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Belgian Tervuren
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wooly
Rough
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Belgian Tervuren
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Cream and Black
Cream and Black
Fawn and Black
Fawn and Black
Mahogany and Black
Mahogany and Black
Silver and Black
Silver and Black
Black
Black
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