Black Mouth Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound

Compare the Black Mouth Cur to the Black Norwegian Elkhound. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Black Mouth Curs and Black Norwegian Elkhounds.

Black Mouth Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound
Black Mouth Cur
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Black Mouth Cur
Black Norwegian Elkhound
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General Details
Black Mouth Cur
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
15-16 Years
12-15 Years
Height
16-18 Inches
19-21 Inches
Weight
35-40 Pounds
40-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Black Mouth Cur
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Origin Country
United States
Norway
Origin Year
1964 AD
-5000 BC
Temperament
Black Mouth Cur
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Black Mouth Cur
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Traits
Aggressive
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Needy
Stubborn
Living Environment
Black Mouth Cur
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
35-85 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Black Mouth Cur
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Black Mouth Cur
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low to Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Black Mouth Cur
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Black Mouth Cur
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Black Mouth Cur
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Black Mouth Cur
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Average Lifespan
15-16 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Black Mouth Cur
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Common Health Issues
Ear infections
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Obesity
Cystinuria
Kidney failure
Fanconi syndrome
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Black Mouth Cur
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Rough
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Black Mouth Cur
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Breed Colors
Brown
Brown
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
Yellow
Yellow
Black
Black
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