Flat-coated Retriever vs Black Norwegian Elkhound

Compare the Flat-coated Retriever to the Black Norwegian Elkhound. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Flat-coated Retrievers and Black Norwegian Elkhounds.

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Flat-Coated Retriever
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
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General Details
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
8-10 Years
Height
19-21 Inches
22-24½ Inches
Weight
40-60 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Origin Country
Norway
United Kingdom
Origin Year
-5000 BC
1859 AD
Temperament
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
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
Above Average
Personality
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Traits
Aggressive
Needy
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-70 °F
20-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low to Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
8-10 Years
Health Concerns
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Obesity
Cystinuria
Kidney failure
Fanconi syndrome
Cancer
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wooly
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black
Black
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