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Name	German Shepherd	Jämthund	Norwegian Elkhound
Origins	Germany	Sweden	Norway
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	2	301	91
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Swedish Elkhound	Gra Norsk Elghund Gray Norwegian Elkhound Harmaa Norjanhirvikoira Norsk Elghund Norwegian Moose Dog Small Grey Elk Dog Elkhound
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Shepherd or Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound? Which is the smallest dog, German Shepherd or Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound?	Large	Large Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, German Shepherd or Jämthund or Jämthund? German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound weight comparison:	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-30 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-30 kg)	Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26.5 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shepherd or Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound? German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	22–26 inches (57–65 cm)	Male: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	24 inches (61 cm)	Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Shepherd or Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound? Which is more expensive?	$800-$2000	$1000-$2000	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shepherd or Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound?	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Average: The Jämthund is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Norwegian Elkhound is quite easy to get.

German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound intelligence:	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Jämthund is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Norwegian Elkhound dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound trainability comparison.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Jämthund dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Shepherd or Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound?	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Jämthund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Shepherd or Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Jämthund dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average defenders. See more.
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German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shepherd or Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound? German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Active Independent Energetic Loyal Calm Daring	Playful Alert Intelligent Loyal Strong Willed Bold
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Jämthund dogs are less 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: German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound?	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Jämthund dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Norwegian Elkhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound social needs comparison:	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Jämthund dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Jämthund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Norwegian Elkhound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Jämthund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound 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

German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound playfulness comparison:	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Jämthund is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Norwegian Elkhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound?	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Jämthund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Norwegian Elkhound is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly German Shepherd or Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound?	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 German Shepherd indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jämthund 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 Norwegian Elkhound indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Jämthund dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: German Shepherd or Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Jämthund dogs handle alone time quite well.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: German Shepherd or Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Jämthund bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Norwegian Elkhound 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:	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Jämthund has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Norwegian Elkhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound mouthiness comparison:	German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Jämthund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound?	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	Jämthunds are commonly healthy dogs.	The Norwegian Elkhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound health problems comparison:	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	Hip Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Skin Allergies Obesity Liver Issues Hearing Issues	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Jämthund should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Norwegian Elkhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound lifespan comparison. How long do German Shepherd, Jämthund and Norwegian Elkhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Jämthund: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Norwegian Elkhound: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Jämthund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Norwegian Elkhound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a German Shepherd or Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound? German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound energy level comparison:	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Jämthund dogs are high-energy dogs.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shepherd or Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Jämthund dogs have an average exercise need.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shepherd or Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound?	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Jämthund dogs don't need too much sleep.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Shepherd or Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound?	3 to 4 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.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Jämthund has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Norwegian Elkhound's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound coat comparison:	Fuzzy	Fluffy Thick Luxurious	Dense
Colors What are the original German Shepherd, Jämthund and Norwegian Elkhound color?	Black Tan Red Silver	Grey Dark Grey Light Grey	Black Gray White Silver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shepherd or Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound? German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound grooming comparison:	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Jämthund requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Norwegian Elkhound requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shepherd or Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound? German Shepherd or Jämthund or {name3 shedding:	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Jämthund dogs shed moderately. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: German Shepherd or Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound?	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Jämthund has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norwegian Elkhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Jämthund 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 Norwegian Elkhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Jämthund dogs are generally with other pets.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shepherd or Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Jämthund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly German Shepherd or Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound?	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Jämthund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Shepherd or Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound?	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Jämthund dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Shepherd or Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound?	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Jämthund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound?	Yes German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Jämthund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Norwegian Elkhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No German Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Jämthund is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Norwegian Elkhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Jämthunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Norwegian Elkhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: German Shepherd or Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound?	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Jämthund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Norwegian Elkhound 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	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	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.

German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound 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 German Shepherd and Jämthund and Norwegian Elkhound have?	6-10 puppies	4-6 puppies	5-10 puppies
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German Shepherd vs Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 German Shepherd Dog Club Of America	No data available	No data available

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