Norwegian Elkhound vs Alaskan Klee Kai

Compare the Norwegian Elkhound to the Alaskan Klee Kai. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Norwegian Elkhounds and Alaskan Klee Kais.

Norwegian Elkhound vs Alaskan Klee Kai
Norwegian Elkhound
Alaskan Klee Kai
Norwegian Elkhound
Alaskan Klee Kai
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General Details
Norwegian Elkhound
Alaskan Klee Kai
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-16 Years
Height
19-20 Inches
17-17 Inches
Weight
45-57 Pounds
10-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Norwegian Elkhound
Alaskan Klee Kai
Origin Country
Norway
United States
Origin Year
-4000 BC
1988 AD
Temperament
Norwegian Elkhound
Alaskan Klee Kai
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Norwegian Elkhound
Alaskan Klee Kai
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Living Environment
Norwegian Elkhound
Alaskan Klee Kai
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
-20-70 °F
15-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Norwegian Elkhound
Alaskan Klee Kai
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Norwegian Elkhound
Alaskan Klee Kai
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low to Medium
Shedding
Medium to High
High
Dander
Medium
Medium to High
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Norwegian Elkhound
Alaskan Klee Kai
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Norwegian Elkhound
Alaskan Klee Kai
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Norwegian Elkhound
Alaskan Klee Kai
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
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
Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Norwegian Elkhound
Alaskan Klee Kai
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-16 Years
Health Concerns
Norwegian Elkhound
Alaskan Klee Kai
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Lens luxation
Familial renal disease
Fanconi syndrome
Sebaceous cysts
Hypothyroidism
Vaccination sensitivity
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Factor VII deficiency
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Norwegian Elkhound
Alaskan Klee Kai
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Norwegian Elkhound
Alaskan Klee Kai
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
Brown and White
Brown and White
Grey and White
Grey and White
Red and White
Red and White
Tan and White
Tan and White
White
White
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