Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Comparison – Which dog is better Swedish Elkhound or Gra Norsk Elghund?

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Name	Jämthund	Norwegian Elkhound
Origins	Sweden	Norway
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	301	91
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Jämthund and Norwegian Elkhound. What other names are these breeds known by?	Swedish Elkhound	Gra Norsk Elghund Gray Norwegian Elkhound Harmaa Norjanhirvikoira Norsk Elghund Norwegian Moose Dog Small Grey Elk Dog Elkhound
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Jämthund and a Norwegian Elkhound. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large Medium	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Jämthund and a Norwegian Elkhound. Which breed is heavier?	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: 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, Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound? Is a Jämthund taller than a Norwegian Elkhound?	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?	24 inches (61 cm)	Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Jämthund and a Norwegian Elkhound. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$2000	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound?	Average: The Jämthund is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Norwegian Elkhound is quite easy to get.

Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Very smart: Jämthund is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Norwegian Elkhound dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare training requirements.	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 Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare alertness levels.	Jämthund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare territorial behaviors.	Jämthund dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Jämthund and a Norwegian Elkhound. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Independent Energetic Loyal Calm Daring	Playful Alert Intelligent Loyal Strong Willed Bold
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound?	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: Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound?	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 Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound social needs comparison:	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? What's the difference between Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound?	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? What's the difference between Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound? Which can be better for hunting?	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

Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare vocalization tendencies.	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
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare play drive and energy.	The Jämthund is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Norwegian Elkhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare living space needs.	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

Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare adaptability levels.	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.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound?	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.

Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare biting tendencies.	Moderate ⏺ The Jämthund has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Norwegian Elkhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare mouthing behaviors.	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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare bite force PSI.	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

Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare average lifespans.	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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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare climate tolerances.	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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Jämthund and a Norwegian Elkhound. Which breed is healthier?	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.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound?	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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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Skin Allergies Obesity Liver Issues Hearing Issues	No data available

Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare activity levels.	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 Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Jämthund dogs have an average exercise need.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound?	Jämthund dogs don't need too much sleep.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare obesity risks.	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.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare daily food needs.	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

Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Jämthund and Norwegian Elkhound? Compare breed colors.	Grey Dark Grey Light Grey	Black Gray White Silver
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare maintenance needs.	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
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare drooling amounts.	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.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Jämthund has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norwegian Elkhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Jämthund and a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare fur types.	Fluffy Thick Luxurious	Dense
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound? Do Jämthund dogs shed more than Norwegian Elkhound dogs?	Jämthund dogs shed moderately. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare kid-friendliness.	Jämthund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Jämthund dogs are generally with other pets.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog is more friendly?	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
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound?	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 Jämthund or Norwegian Elkhound? Can a Jämthund and a Norwegian Elkhound be friends? Do Jämthund dogs get along with Norwegian Elkhound 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 best for first time owners: Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound?	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 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?	Jämthunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Norwegian Elkhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare maritime abilities.	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.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Jämthund or a Norwegian Elkhound? 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 Jämthund and Norwegian Elkhound. 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.

Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Jämthund and Norwegian Elkhound. Which has larger litters?	4-6 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Jämthund and Norwegian Elkhound breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Jämthund and Norwegian Elkhound. 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.

Jämthund vs Norwegian Elkhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Jämthund and Norwegian Elkhound. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Jämthund and Norwegian Elkhound. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Jämthund and Norwegian Elkhound. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	No data available

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