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Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Norrbottenspitz or Finnish Hunting Dog or Gra Norsk Elghund? Find the right dog for you

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Name Norrbottenspets Finnish Spitz Norwegian Elkhound
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Other Names
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Norrbottenspitz
Pohjanpystykorva
Nordic Spitz
Finnish Hunting Dog
Finnish Spets
Finsk Spets
Loulou Finois
Suomalainen Pystykorva
Suomenpystykorva
Barking Bird Dog
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? Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Norwegian Elkhound? Which is the smallest dog, Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Norwegian Elkhound?
Medium Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Spitz? Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound weight comparison:
Male: 24-33 pounds (11-15 kg), Female: 18-27 pounds (8-12 kg) 31-35 pounds (14-16 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: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg) 33 pounds (15 kg) Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Norwegian Elkhound? Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound height comparison:
Male: 17.72 inches (45 cm), Female: 16.54 inches (42 cm) 15-20 inches (38-51 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: 17.72 inches (45 cm), Female: 16.54 inches (42 cm) 17.5 inches (44.5 cm) Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Norwegian Elkhound? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $500-$700 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Norwegian Elkhound?
Average: The Norrbottenspets is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Finnish Spitz is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Norwegian Elkhound is quite easy to get.

Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Norwegian Elkhound dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound trainability comparison.
Norrbottenspets dogs are quite easy to train.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are easy to train.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Norwegian Elkhound?
Norrbottenspets dogs are average watchdogs.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are average watchdogs.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Norrbottenspets dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are average defenders.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average defenders.
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Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Norwegian Elkhound? Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Alert
Confident
Attentive
Daring
Playful
Independent
Happy
Intelligent
Loyal
Vocal
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Bold
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Norrbottenspets dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Finnish Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound?
Average to High: Norrbottenspets dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Finnish Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Norwegian Elkhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound social needs comparison:
Norrbottenspets dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are a social breed.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Norrbottenspets dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Spitz is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Norwegian Elkhound is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Norrbottenspets 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.
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Finnish Spitz 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.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound playfulness comparison:
Average: Norrbottenspetss, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Finnish Spitz is a playful breed.
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Average: Norwegian Elkhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound?
A lot: Norrbottenspets is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Finnish Spitz is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Norwegian Elkhound is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz 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 Norrbottenspets indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Finnish Spitz 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.

Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Norrbottenspets dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Finnish Spitz 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: Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Norwegian Elkhound?
Norrbottenspets dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Finnish Spitz 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.

Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Norwegian Elkhound?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Norrbottenspets bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Finnish Spitz bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Norwegian Elkhound bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Norrbottenspets has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Finnish Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Norwegian Elkhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound mouthiness comparison:
Norrbottenspets dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Finnish Spitz dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound?
Norrbottenspetss tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Finnish Spitzs 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound health problems comparison:
No data available Eye Problems
Joint Problems
Epilepsy
No data available
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Norrbottenspets should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Finnish Spitz 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.
Life Expectancy
Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound lifespan comparison. How long do Norrbottenspets, Finnish Spitz and Norwegian Elkhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Norrbottenspets: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Finnish Spitz: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Norwegian Elkhound: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz 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.
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Prefers cold weather
The Finnish Spitz can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Norwegian Elkhound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Norwegian Elkhound? Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound energy level comparison:
Norrbottenspets dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Finnish Spitz dogs are high-energy dogs.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Norrbottenspets dogs have an average exercise need.
Finnish Spitz dogs need a lot of exercises.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Norwegian Elkhound?
Norrbottenspets dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Finnish Spitz dogs don't need too much sleep.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs don't need too much sleep.

Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Norwegian Elkhound?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Norrbottenspets has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Finnish Spitz has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Norwegian Elkhound's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound coat comparison:
Dense
Rough
Straight
Double
Dense
Thick
Double
Dense
Colors
What are the original Norrbottenspets, Finnish Spitz and Norwegian Elkhound color?
Tan
White
Brown
Yellow
Blonde
Red
Gold
Black
Gray
White
Silver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Norwegian Elkhound? Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Norrbottenspets doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Finnish Spitz requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Norwegian Elkhound requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Norwegian Elkhound? Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or {name3 shedding:
Norrbottenspets dogs shed moderately.
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Finnish Spitz dogs shed moderately.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Norwegian Elkhound?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound?

Medium

The Norrbottenspets has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Finnish Spitz 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 Norrbottenspets is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Finnish Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Norwegian Elkhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Norrbottenspets dogs are generally with other pets.
Finnish Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog is more friendly?
Norrbottenspets dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Finnish Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Norwegian Elkhound?
Norrbottenspets dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Finnish Spitz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Norwegian Elkhound?
Norrbottenspets dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Finnish Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Norwegian Elkhound?
Norrbottenspets dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Finnish Spitz 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: Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound?
Yes
Norrbottenspets dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Finnish Spitz 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
Norrbottenspets is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Finnish Spitz is one of the best dog breeds 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?
Norrbottenspetss are usually recommended for elderly people.
Finnish Spitzs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Norwegian Elkhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Norrbottenspets or Finnish Spitz or Norwegian Elkhound? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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?

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: Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound?

Not really

Norrbottenspets breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Finnish Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Norwegian Elkhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Norrbottenspets and Finnish Spitz and Norwegian Elkhound have?
3-5 puppies 3-6 puppies 5-10 puppies

Norrbottenspets vs Finnish Spitz vs Norwegian Elkhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 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 Nordic Hunting Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs 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?
No data available American Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
No data available

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