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Name	Black Norwegian Elkhound	Staffordshire Bull Terrier	Belgian Shepherd Laekenois
Origins	Norway	England	Belgium
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Black Elkhound Norsk Elghund Black Norsk Elghund Sort	Staff Stafford Staffy Bull Staffy	Laekenois
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Black Norwegian Elkhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Which is the smallest dog, Black Norwegian Elkhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Black Norwegian Elkhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois weight comparison:	Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Males 25-38 pounds (11-17 kg), Female: 23-35 pounds (10-16 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Males 31.5 pounds (14 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Black Norwegian Elkhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois height comparison:	Male: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Black Norwegian Elkhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$1500-$2000	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Black Norwegian Elkhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.	Average: The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is a commonly available dog breed.

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois intelligence:	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.	Very smart: Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois trainability comparison.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Black Norwegian Elkhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Black Norwegian Elkhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Black Norwegian Elkhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Intelligent Strong Willed Proud Robust	Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Reliable Bold Fearless	Active Energetic Protective Alert Lively Watchful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Average: Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois social needs comparison:	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? 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.	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenois 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois playfulness comparison:	Average: Black Norwegian Elkhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Staffordshire Bull Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Low to Average: The Black Norwegian Elkhound rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Black Norwegian Elkhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Belgian Shepherd Laekenois breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Black Norwegian Elkhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Black Norwegian Elkhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Black Norwegian Elkhound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Staffordshire Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Belgian Shepherd Laekenois bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Black Norwegian Elkhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois mouthiness comparison:	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois health comparison. Which is the healthier: Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Black Norwegian Elkhounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois health problems comparison:	Cystinuria Elbow Dysplasia Entropion Fanconi Syndrome Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Obesity Renal Failure	Cataracts Distichiasis Mastocytoma Persistent Hyperplastic Primary Vitreous	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Black Norwegian Elkhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Staffordshire Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois lifespan comparison. How long do Black Norwegian Elkhound, Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Belgian Shepherd Laekenois breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Black Norwegian Elkhound: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Staffordshire Bull Terrier: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Shepherd Laekenois: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Black Norwegian Elkhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois energy level comparison:	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Black Norwegian Elkhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs need a lot of exercises.	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Black Norwegian Elkhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Black Norwegian Elkhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	2 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois weight gain potential comparison:	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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois coat comparison:	Double	Smooth	Wiry Rough
Colors What are the original Black Norwegian Elkhound, Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Belgian Shepherd Laekenois color?	Black	Black Red Blue White Fawn Brindle	Black Cream Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Black Norwegian Elkhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois grooming comparison:	Average: The Black Norwegian Elkhound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Black Norwegian Elkhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Black Norwegian Elkhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are low shedders. See more.	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Black Norwegian Elkhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Medium ⏺ The Black Norwegian Elkhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Black Norwegian Elkhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is an average drooler. See more.	The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Black Norwegian Elkhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Which dog is more friendly?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Black Norwegian Elkhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Black Norwegian Elkhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenois 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Yes Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Belgian Shepherd Laekenois 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Belgian Shepherd Laekenois 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.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Black Norwegian Elkhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Which is better for autism?	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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Not really Black Norwegian Elkhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Staffordshire Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Belgian Shepherd Laekenois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Black Norwegian Elkhound and Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Belgian Shepherd Laekenois have?	4-6 puppies	5-7 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1974 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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