Golden Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound

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

Golden Retriever vs Norwegian Elkhound
Golden Retriever
Norwegian Elkhound
Golden Retriever
Norwegian Elkhound
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General Details
Golden Retriever
Norwegian Elkhound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
19-20 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
45-57 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Golden Retriever
Norwegian Elkhound
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Norway
Origin Year
1865 AD
-4000 BC
Temperament
Golden Retriever
Norwegian Elkhound
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
Golden Retriever
Norwegian Elkhound
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Stubborn
Living Environment
Golden Retriever
Norwegian Elkhound
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
-20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Golden Retriever
Norwegian Elkhound
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Golden Retriever
Norwegian Elkhound
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium to High
Shedding
Medium to High
Medium to High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Golden Retriever
Norwegian Elkhound
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Golden Retriever
Norwegian Elkhound
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Golden Retriever
Norwegian Elkhound
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Golden Retriever
Norwegian Elkhound
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Golden Retriever
Norwegian Elkhound
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Subaortic Stenosis
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Lens luxation
Familial renal disease
Fanconi syndrome
Sebaceous cysts
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Golden Retriever
Norwegian Elkhound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Golden Retriever
Norwegian Elkhound
Breed Colors
Dark Golden
Gold
Light Golden
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