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Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Gra Norsk Elghund or Ainu-ken or Karelsk Björnhund? Find the right dog for you

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Name Norwegian Elkhound Hokkaido Dog Karelian Bear Dog
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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
Ainu-ken
Do-ken
Seta
Ainu dog
Karelsk Björnhund
Karjalankarhukoira
KBD
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Norwegian Elkhound or Hokkaido Dog or Karelian Bear Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Norwegian Elkhound or Hokkaido Dog or Karelian Bear Dog?
Large Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Norwegian Elkhound or Hokkaido Dog or Hokkaido Dog? Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog weight comparison:
Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) 45-65 pounds (20-30 kg) 44-50 pounds (20-23 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) 55 pounds (25 kg) 47 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Norwegian Elkhound or Hokkaido Dog or Karelian Bear Dog? Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog height comparison:
Male: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm) 18-22 inches (46-56 cm) 19-23 inches (48-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm) 20 inches (49 cm) 21 inches (53 cm)

Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Norwegian Elkhound or Hokkaido Dog or Karelian Bear Dog? Which is more expensive?
$500-$700 $300-$500 $1000-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Norwegian Elkhound or Hokkaido Dog or Karelian Bear Dog?
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.
Average: The Karelian Bear Dog is a commonly available dog breed.

Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Norwegian Elkhound or Hokkaido Dog or Karelian Bear Dog? Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Bold
Alert
Courageous
Docile
Faithful
Brave
Independent
Loyal
Territorial
Tenacious
Brave
Cautious
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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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: Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog?
High: Norwegian Elkhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Hokkaido Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Karelian Bear Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog social needs comparison:
Norwegian Elkhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Hokkaido Dog dogs are a social breed.
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Karelian Bear Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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.
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Hokkaido Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Karelian Bear Dog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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.
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Hokkaido Dog 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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Karelian Bear Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog playfulness comparison:
Average: Norwegian Elkhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Hokkaido Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Karelian Bear Dog is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog?
A lot: Norwegian Elkhound is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Hokkaido Dog barks occasionally.
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Average: The Karelian Bear Dog barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Norwegian Elkhound or Hokkaido Dog or Karelian Bear Dog?
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.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Hokkaido Dog breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Karelian Bear Dog breed in the home.

Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog 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.
Average: Hokkaido Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Karelian Bear Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Norwegian Elkhound or Hokkaido Dog or Karelian Bear Dog?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Hokkaido Dog 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.
Karelian Bear Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Norwegian Elkhound or Hokkaido Dog or Karelian Bear Dog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Norwegian Elkhound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Hokkaido Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Karelian Bear Dog bite force: Ordinary.
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 Hokkaido Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog?
The Norwegian Elkhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Hokkaido Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Karelian Bear Dogs tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog health problems comparison:
No data available Heart Murmurs
Allergies
Cryptorchidism
Collie Eye Anomaly
Blocked Tear Ducts
Hypodontia
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Skin Irritation
Dry Skin
Obesity
Dental Problems
Pituitary Dwarfism
Baldness
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.
Average
The Hokkaido Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Karelian Bear Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Norwegian Elkhound, Hokkaido Dog and Karelian Bear Dog 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 Hokkaido Dog: 12 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Karelian Bear Dog: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog?
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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Prefers cold weather
The Hokkaido Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Karelian Bear Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Norwegian Elkhound or Hokkaido Dog or Karelian Bear Dog?
2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Norwegian Elkhound's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Hokkaido Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Karelian Bear Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog coat comparison:
Dense Thick Dense
Colors
What are the original Norwegian Elkhound, Hokkaido Dog and Karelian Bear Dog color?
Black
Gray
White
Silver
Black
White
Brindle
Black & Tan
Black
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Norwegian Elkhound or Hokkaido Dog or Karelian Bear Dog? Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog grooming comparison:
Average: The Norwegian Elkhound requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Hokkaido Dog requires a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The Karelian Bear Dog requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Norwegian Elkhound or Hokkaido Dog or Karelian Bear Dog? Norwegian Elkhound or Hokkaido Dog or {name3 shedding:
Norwegian Elkhound dogs shed above average.
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Hokkaido Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Karelian Bear Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Norwegian Elkhound or Hokkaido Dog or Karelian Bear Dog?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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
Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog 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, Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog?

Medium

The Norwegian Elkhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Hokkaido Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Karelian Bear Dog 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.
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The Hokkaido Dog is an average drooler.
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The Karelian Bear Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog Good With Comparison

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

Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog 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: Norwegian Elkhound or Hokkaido Dog or Karelian Bear Dog? 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: Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog?

Not really

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

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

Karelian Bear Dog 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.

Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog 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 Norwegian Elkhound and Hokkaido Dog and Karelian Bear Dog have?
5-10 puppies 3-7 puppies 4-8 puppies

Norwegian Elkhound vs Hokkaido Dog vs Karelian Bear Dog 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. Not recognized by FCI. 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 America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service
No data available

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