Black Norwegian Elkhound vs English Shepherd

Compare the Black Norwegian Elkhound to the English Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Black Norwegian Elkhounds and English Shepherds.

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs English Shepherd
Black Norwegian Elkhound
English Shepherd
Black Norwegian Elkhound
English Shepherd
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General Details
Black Norwegian Elkhound
English Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
14-16 Years
Height
19-21 Inches
18-23 Inches
Weight
40-60 Pounds
40-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Black Norwegian Elkhound
English Shepherd
Origin Country
Norway
United Kingdom
Origin Year
-5000 BC
1800 AD
Temperament
Black Norwegian Elkhound
English Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Black Norwegian Elkhound
English Shepherd
Traits
Aggressive
Needy
Stubborn
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Black Norwegian Elkhound
English Shepherd
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-70 °F
40-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Black Norwegian Elkhound
English Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Black Norwegian Elkhound
English Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Low to Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Black Norwegian Elkhound
English Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Black Norwegian Elkhound
English Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Black Norwegian Elkhound
English Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Black Norwegian Elkhound
English Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
14-16 Years
Health Concerns
Black Norwegian Elkhound
English Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Obesity
Cystinuria
Kidney failure
Fanconi syndrome
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Collie eye anomaly
Drug sensitivity
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Black Norwegian Elkhound
English Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wooly
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Black Norwegian Elkhound
English Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
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