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Name	Norwegian Elkhound	Keeshond	Bull Terrier
Origins	Norway	Germany Netherlands	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Sled 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	Chien Loup Deutscher Wolfsspitz Kees Smiling Dutchman Wolfsspitz Dutch Barge Dog Barge Dog	Bully Gladiator English Bull Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Norwegian Elkhound or Keeshond or Bull Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Norwegian Elkhound or Keeshond or Bull Terrier?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Norwegian Elkhound or Keeshond or Keeshond? Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	35-45 pounds (15-20 kg)	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	40 pounds (17.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Norwegian Elkhound or Keeshond or Bull Terrier? Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier height comparison:	Male: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (44-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Norwegian Elkhound or Keeshond or Bull Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$800-$1000	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Norwegian Elkhound or Keeshond or Bull Terrier?	Very frequent: The Norwegian Elkhound is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Keeshond is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.

Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Norwegian Elkhound or Keeshond or Bull Terrier? Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Alert Intelligent Loyal Strong Willed Bold	Playful Agile Intelligent Obedient Quick Bright Sturdy	Active Protective Tempered Sweet Trainable Keen
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Keeshond dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Bull Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier?	High: Norwegian Elkhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Keeshond dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Bull Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier social needs comparison:	Norwegian Elkhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Keeshond dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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.	Keeshond dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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.	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.	Bull Terrier 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 Keeshond vs Bull Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier playfulness comparison:	Average: Norwegian Elkhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Keeshonds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Bull Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier?	A lot: Norwegian Elkhound is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Keeshond is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Bull Terrier 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 Keeshond or Bull Terrier?	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.	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.	Apartment-friendly dog the Bull Terrier breed.
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Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier 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.	Keeshond dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bull Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Norwegian Elkhound or Keeshond or Bull Terrier?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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.	Bull Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier?	The Norwegian Elkhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Keeshond is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Skin Diseases Kneecap dislocations	Heart Murmurs Deafness Hereditary Nephritis Lens Luxation Spinning
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 Keeshond should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Bull Terrier 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 Keeshond vs Bull Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Norwegian Elkhound, Keeshond and Bull Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Norwegian Elkhound: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Keeshond: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bull Terrier: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier?	Prefers cold weather The Norwegian Elkhound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Keeshond can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Norwegian Elkhound or Keeshond or Bull Terrier?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier 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 Keeshond's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Bull Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier coat comparison:	Dense	Fluffy Dense	Dense Smooth
Colors What are the original Norwegian Elkhound, Keeshond and Bull Terrier color?	Black Gray White Silver	Black Gray Cream Silver	Black White Brown Brindle Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Norwegian Elkhound or Keeshond or Bull Terrier? Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier grooming comparison:	Average: The Norwegian Elkhound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Keeshond requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Norwegian Elkhound or Keeshond or Bull Terrier? Norwegian Elkhound or Keeshond or {name3 shedding:	Norwegian Elkhound dogs shed above average. See more.	Keeshond dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Norwegian Elkhound or Keeshond or Bull Terrier?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier 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 Keeshond vs Bull Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Norwegian Elkhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Keeshond has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bull Terrier 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 Keeshond is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier Good With Comparison

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

Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier 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 Keeshond or Bull Terrier? 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?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as 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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier?	Not really Norwegian Elkhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Keeshond breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bull Terrier 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier 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 Keeshond and Bull Terrier have?	5-10 puppies	3-8 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 5
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Norwegian Elkhound vs Keeshond vs Bull Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier 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 European Spitz section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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.	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale 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

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