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Name	Keeshond	Schipperke	Norwegian Elkhound
Origins	Germany Netherlands	Belgium	Norway
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Group	Sled Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	87	110	91
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chien Loup Deutscher Wolfsspitz Kees Smiling Dutchman Wolfsspitz Dutch Barge Dog Barge Dog	Spits Spitske Spitzke	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? Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Keeshond or Schipperke or Norwegian Elkhound? Which is the smallest dog, Keeshond or Schipperke or Norwegian Elkhound?	Medium	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Keeshond or Schipperke or Schipperke? Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound weight comparison:	35-45 pounds (15-20 kg)	12-18 pounds (5.5-8 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?	40 pounds (17.5 kg)	15 pounds (5.6.5 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Keeshond or Schipperke or Norwegian Elkhound? Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound height comparison:	Male: 17-19 inches (44-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)	10-13 inches (21-33 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: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	11.5 inches (27 cm)	Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Keeshond or Schipperke or Norwegian Elkhound? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$600-$1000	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Keeshond or Schipperke or Norwegian Elkhound?	Very frequent: The Keeshond is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Schipperke is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Norwegian Elkhound is quite easy to get.

Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound intelligence:	Very smart: Keeshond is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Schipperke is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Norwegian Elkhound dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound trainability comparison.	Keeshond dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Schipperke dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Keeshond or Schipperke or Norwegian Elkhound?	Keeshond dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Schipperke dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Keeshond or Schipperke or Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Keeshond dogs are average defenders. See more.	Schipperke dogs are average defenders. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Keeshond or Schipperke or Norwegian Elkhound? Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Agile Intelligent Obedient Quick Bright Sturdy	Curious Independent Agile Intelligent Confident Fearless Faithful	Playful Alert Intelligent Loyal Strong Willed Bold
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Keeshond dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound?	High: Keeshond dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Schipperke 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 Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound social needs comparison:	Keeshond dogs are a social breed. See more.	Schipperke dogs need for social interaction is average. 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?	Keeshond dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Schipperke 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?	Keeshond 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.	Schipperke dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. 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

Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound playfulness comparison:	Average: Keeshonds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Schipperke is a highly 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: Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound?	A lot: Keeshond is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Schipperke barks none to minimal. 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 Keeshond or Schipperke 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 Keeshond indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Schipperke breed in the home.	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.
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Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Keeshond or Schipperke or Norwegian Elkhound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Keeshond bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Schipperke bite force: Weak.	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:	Low 🔽 The Keeshond has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Schipperke has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Norwegian Elkhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound mouthiness comparison:	Keeshond dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Schipperke dogs have an 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.

Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound?	The Keeshond is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Schipperke is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	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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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Skin Diseases Kneecap dislocations	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Keeshond should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Schipperke should have a complete physical check-up at least 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 Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound lifespan comparison. How long do Keeshond, Schipperke and Norwegian Elkhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Keeshond: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Schipperke: 14 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: Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound?	Prefers cold weather The Keeshond can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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 Norwegian Elkhound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Keeshond or Schipperke or Norwegian Elkhound? Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound energy level comparison:	Keeshond dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Schipperke dogs are high-energy dogs.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Keeshond or Schipperke or Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Keeshond dogs exercise need is minimal.	Schipperke dogs need a lot of exercises.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Keeshond or Schipperke or Norwegian Elkhound?	Keeshond dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Schipperke dogs don't need too much sleep.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Keeshond or Schipperke or Norwegian Elkhound?	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Keeshond's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Schipperke breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. 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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Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound coat comparison:	Fluffy Dense	Fluffy Soft Thick	Dense
Colors What are the original Keeshond, Schipperke and Norwegian Elkhound color?	Black Gray Cream Silver	Black Tan Blue Cream Brown Apricot	Black Gray White Silver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Keeshond or Schipperke or Norwegian Elkhound? Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Keeshond requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Schipperke doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Norwegian Elkhound requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Keeshond or Schipperke or Norwegian Elkhound? Keeshond or Schipperke or {name3 shedding:	Keeshond dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Schipperke 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: Keeshond or Schipperke or Norwegian Elkhound?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound 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, Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound?	Medium ⏺ The Keeshond has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Schipperke 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 Keeshond is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Schipperke is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Norwegian Elkhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Keeshond dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Schipperke dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Keeshond or Schipperke or Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Keeshond dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Schipperke 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 Keeshond or Schipperke or Norwegian Elkhound?	Keeshond dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Keeshond or Schipperke or Norwegian Elkhound?	Keeshond dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Keeshond or Schipperke or Norwegian Elkhound?	Keeshond dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound?	Yes Keeshond dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Schipperke 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 Keeshond is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Schipperke 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?	Keeshonds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Schipperkes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Norwegian Elkhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound 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: Keeshond or Schipperke or Norwegian Elkhound? 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?	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: Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound?	Not really Keeshond breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Schipperke breed usually likes 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	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.

Keeshond vs Schipperke 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 Keeshond and Schipperke and Norwegian Elkhound have?	3-8 puppies	3-7 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Keeshond vs Schipperke vs Norwegian Elkhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Non-Sporting breed.	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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	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 Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 American Pet Registry, Inc.	No data available	No data available

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