Danish-swedish Farmdog vs Black Norwegian Elkhound

Compare the Danish-swedish Farmdog to the Black Norwegian Elkhound. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Danish-swedish Farmdogs and Black Norwegian Elkhounds.

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
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General Details
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-15 Years
Height
19-21 Inches
12-14 Inches
Weight
40-60 Pounds
15-25 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Origin Country
Norway
Denmark
Origin Year
-5000 BC
1700 AD
Temperament
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Traits
Aggressive
Needy
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-70 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Low to Medium
Low
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Above Average
Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-15 Years
Health Concerns
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Obesity
Cystinuria
Kidney failure
Fanconi syndrome
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Dental problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wooly
Rough
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Breed Colors
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