Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd Comparison – Which dog is better Grand Gascon Saintongeois or Elkhound Shepherd?

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Name	Gascon Saintongeois	Elkhound Shepherd
Origins	France	Germany Norway
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Gascon Saintongeois and Elkhound Shepherd. What other names are these breeds known by?	Grand Gascon Saintongeois Petit Gascon Saintongeois Virelade Hound	No data available
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Gascon Saintongeois and an Elkhound Shepherd. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Cross Breed

Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Gascon Saintongeois and an Elkhound Shepherd. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 65-70 pounds (30-32 kg), Female: 65-70 pounds (30-32 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (31 kg), Female: 67.5 pounds (31 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Gascon Saintongeois or Elkhound Shepherd? Is a Gascon Saintongeois taller than an Elkhound Shepherd?	Male: 26-28 inches (65-72 cm), Female: 24-27 inches (62-68 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25.5 inches (65 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Gascon Saintongeois and an Elkhound Shepherd. Which breed costs more?	Unknown	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Gascon Saintongeois or Elkhound Shepherd?	Average: The Gascon Saintongeois is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Elkhound Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Gascon Saintongeois dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Elkhound Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare training requirements.	Gascon Saintongeois dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Elkhound Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare alertness levels.	Gascon Saintongeois dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Elkhound Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare territorial behaviors.	Gascon Saintongeois dogs are average defenders. See more.	Elkhound Shepherd dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Gascon Saintongeois and an Elkhound Shepherd. How do their temperaments differ?	Loving Reliable Loyal	Curious Playful Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Strong Willed Bold Watchful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd?	Gascon Saintongeois dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Elkhound Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd?	Average: Gascon Saintongeois dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Elkhound Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd social needs comparison:	Gascon Saintongeois dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Elkhound Shepherd 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 Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd?	Gascon Saintongeois dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Elkhound Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd? Which can be better for hunting?	Gascon Saintongeois dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Elkhound Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Gascon Saintongeois barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Elkhound Shepherd 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 Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare play drive and energy.	The Gascon Saintongeois is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Elkhound Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Gascon Saintongeois 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 Elkhound Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Gascon Saintongeois dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Elkhound Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Gascon Saintongeois or Elkhound Shepherd?	Gascon Saintongeois dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare average lifespans.	13-15 years The average lifespan of Gascon Saintongeois: 14 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Elkhound Shepherd: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare climate tolerances.	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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Gascon Saintongeois and an Elkhound Shepherd. Which breed is healthier?	Gascon Saintongeoiss tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Elkhound Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd?	Frequent The Gascon Saintongeois should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Elkhound Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo

Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare activity levels.	Gascon Saintongeois dogs are high-energy dogs.	Elkhound Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Gascon Saintongeois or Elkhound Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Gascon Saintongeois dogs need a lot of exercises.	Elkhound Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Gascon Saintongeois or Elkhound Shepherd?	Gascon Saintongeois dogs don't need too much sleep.	Elkhound Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Gascon Saintongeois has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Elkhound Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare daily food needs.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Gascon Saintongeois and Elkhound Shepherd? Compare breed colors.	White & Black	Black Gray Tan Red White Silver
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Gascon Saintongeois doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Elkhound Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare drooling amounts.	The Gascon Saintongeois 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.	The Elkhound Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Gascon Saintongeois has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Elkhound Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Gascon Saintongeois and an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare fur types.	Dense	Dense Fuzzy
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Gascon Saintongeois or Elkhound Shepherd? Do Gascon Saintongeois dogs shed more than Elkhound Shepherd dogs?	Gascon Saintongeois dogs are low shedders. See more.	Elkhound Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare kid-friendliness.	Gascon Saintongeois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Elkhound Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Gascon Saintongeois dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Elkhound Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Gascon Saintongeois or Elkhound Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Gascon Saintongeois dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Elkhound Shepherd dogs are 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 Gascon Saintongeois or Elkhound Shepherd?	Gascon Saintongeois dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Elkhound Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Gascon Saintongeois or Elkhound Shepherd? Can a Gascon Saintongeois and an Elkhound Shepherd be friends? Do Gascon Saintongeois dogs get along with Elkhound Shepherd dogs?	Gascon Saintongeois dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Elkhound Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd?	Yes Gascon Saintongeois dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Elkhound Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Gascon Saintongeois is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Elkhound Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Gascon Saintongeoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.	Elkhound Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Gascon Saintongeois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Elkhound Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Gascon Saintongeois or an Elkhound Shepherd? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Gascon Saintongeois and Elkhound Shepherd. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Gascon Saintongeois and Elkhound Shepherd. Which has larger litters?	4 to 6 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Gascon Saintongeois and Elkhound Shepherd breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Gascon Saintongeois and Elkhound Shepherd. 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.

Gascon Saintongeois vs Elkhound Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Gascon Saintongeois and Elkhound Shepherd. 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 Gascon Saintongeois and Elkhound Shepherd. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Gascon Saintongeois and Elkhound Shepherd. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	No data available

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