Rat Terrier vs Black Norwegian Elkhound

Compare the Rat Terrier to the Black Norwegian Elkhound. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Rat Terriers and Black Norwegian Elkhounds.

Rat Terrier vs Black Norwegian Elkhound
Rat Terrier
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Rat Terrier
Black Norwegian Elkhound
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General Details
Rat Terrier
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-18 Years
12-15 Years
Height
10-18 Inches
19-21 Inches
Weight
10-24 Pounds
40-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Rat Terrier
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Origin Country
United States
Norway
Origin Year
1800 AD
-5000 BC
Temperament
Rat Terrier
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Rat Terrier
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Needy
Stubborn
Living Environment
Rat Terrier
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-80 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Rat Terrier
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
27 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Rat Terrier
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
High
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low to Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Rat Terrier
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Rat Terrier
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Rat Terrier
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
None
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Rat Terrier
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Average Lifespan
12-18 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Rat Terrier
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Heart problems
Eye problems
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Obesity
Cystinuria
Kidney failure
Fanconi syndrome
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Rat Terrier
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Rat Terrier
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
Black, Tan, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Blue, White, and Tan
Blue, White, and Tan
White
White
White and Apricot
White and Apricot
White and Black
White and Black
White and Blue
White and Blue
White and Chocolate
White and Chocolate
White and Fawn
White and Fawn
White and Lemon
White and Lemon
White and Red
White and Red
White and Silver
White and Silver
White and Tan
White and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Blue, and Fawn
White, Blue, and Fawn
White, Chocolate, and Tan
White, Chocolate, and Tan
Black
Black
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