Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka Comparison – Which dog is better Black Elkhound or Caucasian Mountain Dog?

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Name	Black Norwegian Elkhound	Caucasian Ovcharka
Origins	Norway	Armenia Russia Georgia Azerbaijan
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Black Norwegian Elkhound and Caucasian Ovcharka. What other names are these breeds known by?	Black Elkhound Norsk Elghund Black Norsk Elghund Sort	Caucasian Mountain Dog Caucasian Sheepdog Kaukasische Schaferhund Kawkasky Owtscharka Caucasian Ovcharka
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Black Norwegian Elkhound and a Caucasian Ovcharka. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Black Norwegian Elkhound and a Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	99-154 pounds (45-70 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	126.5 pounds (57.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Black Norwegian Elkhound or Caucasian Ovcharka? Is a Black Norwegian Elkhound taller than a Caucasian Ovcharka?	Male: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	25-28 inches (64-72 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	26.5 inches (68 cm)

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Black Norwegian Elkhound and a Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed costs more?	$500-$700	$1500-$2500
Availability Which is easier to get, Black Norwegian Elkhound or Caucasian Ovcharka?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare training requirements.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare alertness levels.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare territorial behaviors.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Black Norwegian Elkhound and a Caucasian Ovcharka. How do their temperaments differ?	Alert Intelligent Strong Willed Proud Robust	Alert Powerful Dominant Quick Calm
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka?	Average: Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka social needs comparison:	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka? Which can be better for hunting?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Black Norwegian Elkhound rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Caucasian Ovcharka is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Black Norwegian Elkhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Caucasian Ovcharka is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare living space needs.	Apartment-friendly dog the Black Norwegian Elkhound breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Caucasian Ovcharka indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Caucasian Ovcharka dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Black Norwegian Elkhound or Caucasian Ovcharka?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Black Norwegian Elkhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Caucasian Ovcharka has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Black Norwegian Elkhound bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Caucasian Ovcharka bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Black Norwegian Elkhound: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Caucasian Ovcharka: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Black Norwegian Elkhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Caucasian Ovcharka can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Black Norwegian Elkhound and a Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed is healthier?	Black Norwegian Elkhounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Caucasian Ovcharkas tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka?	Frequent The Black Norwegian Elkhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Caucasian Ovcharka should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka health problems comparison:	Cystinuria Elbow Dysplasia Entropion Fanconi Syndrome Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Obesity Renal Failure	Joint Dysplasia

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare activity levels.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Black Norwegian Elkhound or Caucasian Ovcharka? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs need a lot of exercises.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Black Norwegian Elkhound or Caucasian Ovcharka?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Black Norwegian Elkhound's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Caucasian Ovcharka's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare daily food needs.	2 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Black Norwegian Elkhound and Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare breed colors.	Black	Black Gray Cream White Silver Yellow
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Black Norwegian Elkhound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Caucasian Ovcharka doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare drooling amounts.	The Black Norwegian Elkhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Caucasian Ovcharka drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Black Norwegian Elkhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Caucasian Ovcharka has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Black Norwegian Elkhound and a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare fur types.	Double	Dense Thick Double
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Black Norwegian Elkhound or Caucasian Ovcharka? Do Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs shed more than Caucasian Ovcharka dogs?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are low shedders. See more.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare kid-friendliness.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Black Norwegian Elkhound or Caucasian Ovcharka? Which dog is more friendly?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Black Norwegian Elkhound or Caucasian Ovcharka?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Black Norwegian Elkhound or Caucasian Ovcharka? Can a Black Norwegian Elkhound and a Caucasian Ovcharka be friends? Do Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs get along with Caucasian Ovcharka dogs?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka?	Yes Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Black Norwegian Elkhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Caucasian Ovcharka is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Black Norwegian Elkhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Caucasian Ovcharkas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Black Norwegian Elkhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Caucasian Ovcharka breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Black Norwegian Elkhound and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Black Norwegian Elkhound and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which has larger litters?	4-6 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Black Norwegian Elkhound and Caucasian Ovcharka breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Black Norwegian Elkhound and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Caucasian Ovcharka Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Black Norwegian Elkhound and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Black Norwegian Elkhound and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Black Norwegian Elkhound and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

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