Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Czechoslovakian Wolfdog

Compare the Black Norwegian Elkhound to the Czechoslovakian Wolfdog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Black Norwegian Elkhounds and Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs.

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
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General Details
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-18 Years
Height
19-21 Inches
26-30 Inches
Weight
40-60 Pounds
65-90 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
Origin Country
Norway
Czech Republic
Origin Year
-5000 BC
1955 AD
Temperament
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
Traits
Aggressive
Needy
Stubborn
Affectionate
Aggressive
Stubborn
Living Environment
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-70 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
Energy Level
High
Very High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Very High
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
35 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low to Medium
Low
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-18 Years
Health Concerns
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Obesity
Cystinuria
Kidney failure
Fanconi syndrome
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Seizures
Lens luxation
Obesity
Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency
Pituitary dwarfism
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wooly
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Dark grey
Dark grey
Silver-grey
Silver-grey
Yellowish-grey
Yellowish-grey
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