Flat-coated Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound

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

Norwegian Elkhound vs Flat-Coated Retriever
Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
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General Details
Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
8-10 Years
Height
19-20 Inches
22-24½ Inches
Weight
45-57 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Origin Country
Norway
United Kingdom
Origin Year
-4000 BC
1859 AD
Temperament
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
Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
-20-70 °F
20-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
Medium to High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Distracted Easy
Yes
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
8-10 Years
Health Concerns
Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Lens luxation
Familial renal disease
Fanconi syndrome
Sebaceous cysts
Cancer
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Norwegian Elkhound
Flat-Coated Retriever
Breed Colors
Black
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