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Compare Norwegian Elkhound and Mudi. Which is better: Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed?
Name | Norwegian Elkhound | Mudi | Samoyed |
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Origins | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
Group | Hunting Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Sled Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 91 | 486 | 57 |
Reviews | 2 | 2 | 14 |
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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 |
Canis Ovilis Fenyesi Hungarian Mudi |
Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed? Which is the smallest dog, Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed? | Large | Medium | Medium |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Mudi? Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed weight comparison: | Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) | 18-29 pounds (8-13 kg) | Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) | 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg) | Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed? Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed height comparison: | Male: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm) | 15-19 inches (38-48 cm) | Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm) | 17 inches (43 cm) | Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm) |
Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed? Which is more expensive? | $500-$700 | $800-$1000 | $1200-$1500 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed? | 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. | Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get. |
Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed intelligence: | Smart: The Norwegian Elkhound dogs have great intelligence. | Smart: The Mudi dogs have great intelligence. | Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. |
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Trainability
Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed trainability comparison. | Norwegian Elkhound dogs are easy to train. | Mudi dogs are easy to train. | Samoyed dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed? | Norwegian Elkhound dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Mudi dogs are average watchdogs. | Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average defenders. | Mudi dogs are average defenders. | Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed? Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed behavior/temperament comparison: |
Playful Alert Intelligent Loyal Strong Willed Bold |
Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Lively Gentle Watchful Companionable Adaptable Guarding Keen to Work |
Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Mudi dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed? | High: Norwegian Elkhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Mudi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed social needs comparison: | Norwegian Elkhound dogs need for social interaction is average. | Mudi dogs need for social interaction is average. | Samoyed dogs are a social breed. |
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. | Mudi dogs are not the biggest explorers. | The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home. |
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. | Their prey drive is low. | Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed playfulness comparison: | Average: Norwegian Elkhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Mudis, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed? | A lot: Norwegian Elkhound is a particularly loud breed. | Average: The Mudi barks occasionally. | Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed? | 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 Mudi 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 Samoyed indoors. |
Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed 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. | Mudi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed? | 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. | Samoyed 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 Mudi vs Samoyed Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Norwegian Elkhound bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Mudi bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary. |
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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 Mudi has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed mouthiness comparison: | Norwegian Elkhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Mudi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed health comparison. Which is the healthier: Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed? | The Norwegian Elkhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Mudis are commonly healthy dogs. | The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
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Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed health problems comparison: | No data available |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia | Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis |
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. |
Rare The Mudi should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Average The Samoyed should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed lifespan comparison. How long do Norwegian Elkhound, Mudi and Samoyed breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Norwegian Elkhound: 11 years |
13-15 years The average lifespan of Mudi: 14 years |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed? | Prefers cold weather The Norwegian Elkhound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers cold weather The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. |
Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed?
Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed energy level comparison: | Norwegian Elkhound dogs are high-energy dogs. | Mudi dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Norwegian Elkhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Mudi dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed? | Norwegian Elkhound dogs don't need too much sleep. | Mudi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed? | 2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. | 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, 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 Mudi vs Samoyed weight gain potential comparison: | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Norwegian Elkhound's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average: The Mudi has an average risk for obesity. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed coat comparison: | Dense |
Dense Curly Wavy Shiny Short | Dense |
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Colors
What are the original Norwegian Elkhound, Mudi and Samoyed color? |
Black Gray White Silver |
Black Gray White Brown Fawn Blue-Grey Black Merle Ash coloured (blue grey) | Cream White Biscuit |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed? Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed grooming comparison: | Average: The Norwegian Elkhound requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Mudi requires average grooming effort. | Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed? Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or {name3 shedding: | Norwegian Elkhound dogs shed above average. | Mudi dogs shed moderately. | Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed? | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
Hypoallergenic
Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | No See more. | No See more. | Yes See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed? | Medium ⏺ The Norwegian Elkhound has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Mudi has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low 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. | The Mudi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. |
Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Norwegian Elkhound dogs are generally with other pets. | Mudi dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed? Which dog is more friendly? | Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Mudi dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed? | Norwegian Elkhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Mudi dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed? | Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Mudi dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed? | Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Mudi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed? |
Yes Norwegian Elkhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Mudi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Samoyed 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. |
Yes Mudi is one of the best dog breeds for office environment |
No Samoyed 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. | Mudis are usually recommended for elderly people. | Samoyeds are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed 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. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | 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 Mudi or Samoyed? Which is better for autism? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
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. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. | 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 Mudi vs Samoyed? | Not really Norwegian Elkhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Mudi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
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. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
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 Mudi vs Samoyed Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Norwegian Elkhound and Mudi and Samoyed have? | 5-10 puppies | 5-8 puppies | 4-6 puppies |
Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed 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 as a Miscellaneous breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed. |
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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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section. |
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds? | No data available | No data available |
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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