Wirehaired Vizsla vs Black Norwegian Elkhound

Compare the Wirehaired Vizsla to the Black Norwegian Elkhound. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Wirehaired Vizslak and Black Norwegian Elkhounds.

Wirehaired Vizsla vs Black Norwegian Elkhound
Wirehaired Vizsla
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Wirehaired Vizsla
Black Norwegian Elkhound
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General Details
Wirehaired Vizsla
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
21-25 Inches
19-21 Inches
Weight
40-60 Pounds
40-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Wirehaired Vizsla
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Origin Country
Hungary
Norway
Origin Year
1930 AD
-5000 BC
Temperament
Wirehaired Vizsla
Black 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
Wirehaired Vizsla
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Needy
Stubborn
Living Environment
Wirehaired Vizsla
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Wirehaired Vizsla
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Wirehaired Vizsla
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low
Low to Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Wirehaired Vizsla
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Wirehaired Vizsla
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Wirehaired Vizsla
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Above Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Wirehaired Vizsla
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Wirehaired Vizsla
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Cushing's syndrome
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Autoimmune hemolytic anemia
Skin allergies
Eye infections
Inflammatory bowel disease
Kidney issues
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Obesity
Cystinuria
Kidney failure
Fanconi syndrome
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Wirehaired Vizsla
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Wavy
Rough
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Wirehaired Vizsla
Black Norwegian Elkhound
Breed Colors
Golden
Golden
Golden rust
Golden rust
Red
Red
Rust
Rust
Sandy Yellow
Sandy Yellow
Black
Black
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