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Name	Norwegian Elkhound	Eurasier	East Siberian Laika
Origins	Norway	Germany	Russia
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Gra Norsk Elghund Gray Norwegian Elkhound Harmaa Norjanhirvikoira Norsk Elghund Norwegian Moose Dog Small Grey Elk Dog Elkhound	Eurasian Dog Eurasian Spitz Eurasian	Vostotchno-Sibirskaia Laika
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Norwegian Elkhound or Eurasier or East Siberian Laika? Which is the smallest dog, Norwegian Elkhound or Eurasier or East Siberian Laika?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Norwegian Elkhound or Eurasier or Eurasier? Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika weight comparison:	Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Male: 50-70 pounds (23-32 kg), Female: 40-60 pounds (18-26 kg)	45-55 pounds (20-24 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 60 pounds (27.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22 kg)	50 pounds (22 kg)
Height Which is taller, Norwegian Elkhound or Eurasier or East Siberian Laika? Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika height comparison:	Male: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 20-24 inches (52-60 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (48-56 cm)	Male: 22–26 inches (55–66 cm), Female: 20–24 inches (51–60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 22 inches (56 cm), Female: 17 inches (52 cm)	Male: 22–26 inches (55–66 cm), Female: 20–24 inches (51–60 cm)

Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Norwegian Elkhound or Eurasier or East Siberian Laika? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$2000-$2500	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Norwegian Elkhound or Eurasier or East Siberian Laika?	Very frequent: The Norwegian Elkhound is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika intelligence:	Smart: The Norwegian Elkhound dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: East Siberian Laika is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika trainability comparison.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Eurasier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	East Siberian Laika dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Norwegian Elkhound or Eurasier or East Siberian Laika?	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Eurasier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	East Siberian Laika dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Norwegian Elkhound or Eurasier or East Siberian Laika? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average defenders. See more.	Eurasier dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	East Siberian Laika dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Norwegian Elkhound or Eurasier or East Siberian Laika? Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Alert Intelligent Loyal Strong Willed Bold	Alert Intelligent Outright Tempered Watchful Calm Reserved	Protective Loyal Outright Tempered Aggressive Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	Sensitive: East Siberian Laika dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika?	High: Norwegian Elkhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Eurasier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: East Siberian Laika dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika social needs comparison:	Norwegian Elkhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Eurasier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	East Siberian Laika dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Norwegian Elkhound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Eurasier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the East Siberian Laika is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Norwegian Elkhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Eurasier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	East Siberian Laika 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

Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Norwegian Elkhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Eurasier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	East Siberian Laika dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Norwegian Elkhound or Eurasier or East Siberian Laika?	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.	East Siberian Laika 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.

Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika health comparison. Which is the healthier: Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika?	The Norwegian Elkhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Eurasiers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Norwegian Elkhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Eurasier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The East Siberian Laika should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika lifespan comparison. How long do Norwegian Elkhound, Eurasier and East Siberian Laika breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Norwegian Elkhound: 11 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Eurasier: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of East Siberian Laika: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika?	Prefers cold weather The Norwegian Elkhound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Eurasier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The East Siberian Laika can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Norwegian Elkhound or Eurasier or East Siberian Laika?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 4 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? Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Norwegian Elkhound's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Eurasier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The East Siberian Laika has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika coat comparison:	Dense	Thick Double	Thick Straight Double Harsh Coarse
Colors What are the original Norwegian Elkhound, Eurasier and East Siberian Laika color?	Black Gray White Silver	Black Tan Red Fawn Sable Wolf	Black White Brown Grey
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Norwegian Elkhound or Eurasier or East Siberian Laika? Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika grooming comparison:	Average: The Norwegian Elkhound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Eurasier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The East Siberian Laika doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Norwegian Elkhound or Eurasier or East Siberian Laika? Norwegian Elkhound or Eurasier or {name3 shedding:	Norwegian Elkhound dogs shed above average. See more.	Eurasier dogs shed moderately. See more.	East Siberian Laika 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: Norwegian Elkhound or Eurasier or East Siberian Laika?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika 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, Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika?	Medium ⏺ The Norwegian Elkhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Eurasier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The East Siberian Laika has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Norwegian Elkhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Eurasier is an average drooler. See more.	The East Siberian Laika is an average drooler. See more.

Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika Good With Comparison

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

Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika 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: Norwegian Elkhound or Eurasier or East Siberian Laika? 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: Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika?	Not really Norwegian Elkhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Eurasier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really East Siberian Laika 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.

Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika 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 Norwegian Elkhound and Eurasier and East Siberian Laika have?	5-10 puppies	4-8 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Norwegian Elkhound vs Eurasier vs East Siberian Laika Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Hound breed.	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 Hunting Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds 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	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Foundation Stock Service	No data available

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