Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound Comparison – Which dog is better Plott or Gra Norsk Elghund?

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Name	Plott Hound	Norwegian Elkhound
Origins	United States	Norway
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	166	91
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Plott Plotthund	Gra Norsk Elghund Gray Norwegian Elkhound Harmaa Norjanhirvikoira Norsk Elghund Norwegian Moose Dog Small Grey Elk Dog Elkhound
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Plott Hound or Norwegian Elkhound? Is the Plott Hound bigger than the Norwegian Elkhound breed? Is a Plott Hound smaller than a Norwegian Elkhound?	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Plott Hound or Norwegian Elkhound? Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound weight comparison:	40-75 pounds (18-34 kg)	Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Plott Hound or Norwegian Elkhound? Is a Plott Hound taller than a Norwegian Elkhound?	20-25 inches (51-63 cm)	Male: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Plott Hound or Norwegian Elkhound? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Plott Hound and Norwegian Elkhound?	$300-$500	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Plott Hound or Norwegian Elkhound?	Frequent: The Plott Hound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Norwegian Elkhound is quite easy to get.

Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Plott Hound or Norwegian Elkhound smarter? Which is best? Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Norwegian Elkhound dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound trainability comparison. What's the difference between Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound?	Plott Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Plott Hound or Norwegian Elkhound?	Plott Hound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Plott Hound or Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Plott Hound dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Plott Hound or Norwegian Elkhound? Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Courageous Loyal Bold	Playful Alert Intelligent Loyal Strong Willed Bold
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound?	Average: Plott Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Norwegian Elkhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound social needs comparison:	Plott Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound?	Plott Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Norwegian Elkhound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound? Which can be better for hunting?	Plott Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound 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

Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Plott Hound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Plott Hound or Norwegian Elkhound?	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.

Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Plott Hound or Norwegian Elkhound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Plott Hound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Norwegian Elkhound bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Plott Hound more dangerous than a Norwegian Elkhound?	Low 🔽 The Plott Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Norwegian Elkhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound mouthiness comparison:	Plott Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound?	Plott Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Norwegian Elkhound 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: Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound?	Frequent The Plott Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Norwegian Elkhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound lifespan comparison. How long do Plott Hound and Norwegian Elkhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Plott Hound and Norwegian Elkhound?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Plott Hound: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Norwegian Elkhound: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Norwegian Elkhound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Plott Hound or Norwegian Elkhound? Does the Plott Hound breed eat more than the Norwegian Elkhound breed?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, 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? Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Plott Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Norwegian Elkhound's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound coat comparison:	Fine	Dense
Colors What are the original Plott Hound and Norwegian Elkhound color? Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound color comparison:	Black Tan Red Blue Brown	Black Gray White Silver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Plott Hound or Norwegian Elkhound? Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Plott Hound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Norwegian Elkhound requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Plott Hound or Norwegian Elkhound? Do Plott Hound dogs shed more than Norwegian Elkhound dogs?	Plott Hound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Plott Hound or Norwegian Elkhound?	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 Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	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, Plott Hound or Norwegian Elkhound?	Medium ⏺ The Plott Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norwegian Elkhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound?	The Plott Hound drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Norwegian Elkhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Plott Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Plott Hound or Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Plott Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Norwegian Elkhound 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 Plott Hound or Norwegian Elkhound?	Plott Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Plott Hound or Norwegian Elkhound?	Plott Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Plott Hound or Norwegian Elkhound? Can a Plott Hound and a Norwegian Elkhound be friends? Do Plott Hound dogs get along with Norwegian Elkhound dogs?	Plott Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound?	Yes Plott Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Norwegian Elkhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Plott Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Norwegian Elkhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Plott Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Norwegian Elkhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Plott Hound or Norwegian Elkhound? 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.
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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound?	Not really Plott Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Norwegian Elkhound 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.
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.

Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Plott Hound and Norwegian Elkhound have? Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound litter size comparison:	6-10 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Plott Hound vs Norwegian Elkhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2006 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	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	No data available

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