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Name	Greenland Dog	Indian Spitz (Greater)	Jämthund
Origins	Greenland	India	Sweden
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Group	Sled Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Greenland Husky Gronlandshunden	Greater Indian Spitz	Swedish Elkhound
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Greenland Dog or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Jämthund? Which is the smallest dog, Greenland Dog or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Jämthund?	Large	Medium	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Greenland Dog or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Indian Spitz (Greater)? Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund weight comparison:	66-70 pounds (30-32 kg)	26–44 pounds (12–20 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-30 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	68 pounds (31 kg)	35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Greenland Dog or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Jämthund? Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund height comparison:	22-25 inches (56-64 cm)	14–18 inches (35–45 cm)	22–26 inches (57–65 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	23.5 inches (60 cm)	16 inches (40 cm)	24 inches (61 cm)

Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Greenland Dog or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Jämthund? Which is more expensive?	$500-$800	Unknown	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Greenland Dog or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Jämthund?	Average: The Greenland Dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Indian Spitz (Greater) is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Jämthund is a commonly available dog breed.

Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Indian Spitz (Greater) is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Jämthund is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund trainability comparison.	Greenland Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Jämthund dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Greenland Dog or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Jämthund?	Greenland Dog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Jämthund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Greenland Dog or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Jämthund? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Greenland Dog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are average defenders. See more.	Jämthund dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Greenland Dog or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Jämthund? Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Energetic Friendly Loyal Bold	Active Playful Intelligent Loyal Kind Athletic Communicative	Active Independent Energetic Loyal Calm Daring
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Greenland Dog dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Jämthund 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: Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund?	Average: Greenland Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Jämthund dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund social needs comparison:	Greenland Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are a social breed. See more.	Jämthund dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Greenland Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Jämthund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Greenland Dog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Indian Spitz (Greater) 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund playfulness comparison:	Average: Greenland Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Indian Spitz (Greater) is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Jämthund is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund?	Average to High: The Greenland Dog is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Indian Spitz (Greater) is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Jämthund 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 Greenland Dog or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Jämthund?	It is not recommended to keep the Greenland Dog breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Indian Spitz (Greater) breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jämthund breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Greenland Dog or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Jämthund?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Greenland Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Indian Spitz (Greater) bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Jämthund 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 Greenland Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Indian Spitz (Greater) has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Jämthund has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund mouthiness comparison:	Greenland Dog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Jämthund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund?	The Greenland Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Indian Spitz (Greater)s are commonly healthy dogs.	Jämthunds are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund health problems comparison:	Bloat Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Glaucoma Hip Dysplasia Primary Lens Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Skin Allergies Obesity Liver Issues Hearing Issues
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Greenland Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Indian Spitz (Greater) 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).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund lifespan comparison. How long do Greenland Dog, Indian Spitz (Greater) and Jämthund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Greenland Dog: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Indian Spitz (Greater): 14 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Jämthund: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Greenland Dog 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.	Prefers cold weather The Jämthund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Greenland Dog or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Jämthund? Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund energy level comparison:	Greenland Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Jämthund dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Greenland Dog or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Jämthund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Greenland Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs exercise need is minimal.	Jämthund dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Greenland Dog or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Jämthund?	Greenland Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Jämthund dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Greenland Dog or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Jämthund?	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 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? Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Greenland Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Indian Spitz (Greater) has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The Jämthund has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund coat comparison:	Thick Double	Thick	Fluffy Thick Luxurious
Colors What are the original Greenland Dog, Indian Spitz (Greater) and Jämthund color?	Black Gray White	White Brown Black & White	Grey Dark Grey Light Grey
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Greenland Dog or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Jämthund? Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Greenland Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Indian Spitz (Greater) requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Jämthund requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Greenland Dog or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Jämthund? Greenland Dog or Indian Spitz (Greater) or {name3 shedding:	Greenland Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs shed moderately. See more.	Jämthund 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: Greenland Dog or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Jämthund?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks 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.
Hypoallergenic Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund 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, Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund?	Medium ⏺ The Greenland Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Indian Spitz (Greater) has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Jämthund has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Greenland Dog is an average drooler. See more.	The Indian Spitz (Greater) 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.

Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund Good With Comparison

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

Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund 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: Greenland Dog or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Jämthund? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.	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: Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund?	Not really Greenland Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Indian Spitz (Greater) 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.
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.	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.

Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund 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 Greenland Dog and Indian Spitz (Greater) and Jämthund have?	4-6 puppies	1-5 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Greenland Dog vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Jämthund Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	No data available	No data available

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