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Name	Norwegian Elkhound	Mudi	Samoyed
Origins	Norway	Hungary	Russia
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Sled 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	Canis Ovilis Fenyesi Hungarian Mudi	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya
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
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
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. See more.	Smart: The Mudi dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Norwegian Elkhound vs Mudi vs Samoyed trainability comparison.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Mudi dogs are easy to train. See more.	Samoyed dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed?	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Mudi dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
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. See more.	Mudi dogs are average defenders. See more.	Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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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
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Mudi dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive 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. See more.	High: Mudi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Samoyed 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 Mudi vs Samoyed social needs comparison:	Norwegian Elkhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Mudi dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Samoyed 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.	Mudi dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

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. See more.	Average: Mudis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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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. See more.	Average: The Mudi barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. 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 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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

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.
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.
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 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. See more.	Mudi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
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.
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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
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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. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

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.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
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.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
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. See more.	Average: The Mudi has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

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
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. See more.	Average: The Mudi requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or Samoyed? Norwegian Elkhound or Mudi or {name3 shedding:	Norwegian Elkhound dogs shed above average. See more.	Mudi dogs shed moderately. See more.	Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. 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 Mudi or Samoyed?	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 Mudi vs Samoyed hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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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. See more.	The Mudi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

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.
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.
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 Mudi or Samoyed?	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Mudi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
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 Breeds That Get Along Well With 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. 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 Mudi or Samoyed? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	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. See more.	Not really Mudi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Samoyed 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 Mudi vs Samoyed 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 Mudi and Samoyed have?	5-10 puppies	5-8 puppies	4-6 puppies
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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.
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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