Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound Comparison – Which dog is better Barbone or Gra Norsk Elghund?

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Name	Poodle	Norwegian Elkhound
Origins	Germany France	Norway
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Poodle and Norwegian Elkhound. What other names are these breeds known by?	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Gra Norsk Elghund Gray Norwegian Elkhound Harmaa Norjanhirvikoira Norsk Elghund Norwegian Moose Dog Small Grey Elk Dog Elkhound
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Poodle and a Norwegian Elkhound. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Poodle and a Norwegian Elkhound. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 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?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poodle or Norwegian Elkhound? Is a Poodle taller than a Norwegian Elkhound?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Poodle and a Norwegian Elkhound. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$1500	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Poodle or Norwegian Elkhound?	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Norwegian Elkhound is quite easy to get.

Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Norwegian Elkhound dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare training requirements.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare alertness levels.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare territorial behaviors.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Poodle and a Norwegian Elkhound. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Playful Alert Intelligent Loyal Strong Willed Bold
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Poodle 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: Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound?	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. 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 Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound social needs comparison:	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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 Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound?	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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 Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound? Which can be better for hunting?	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. 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

Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. 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
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare play drive and energy.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Norwegian Elkhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle 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

Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare adaptability levels.	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Poodle or Norwegian Elkhound?	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Norwegian Elkhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Poodle dogs have a higher than 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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle 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

Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Norwegian Elkhound: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare climate tolerances.	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 Norwegian Elkhound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Poodle and a Norwegian Elkhound. Which breed is healthier?	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	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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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound?	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Norwegian Elkhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying	No data available

Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare activity levels.	Poodle 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 Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Poodle or Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Poodle or Norwegian Elkhound?	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Norwegian Elkhound's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare daily food needs.	2 to 3 cups 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Poodle and Norwegian Elkhound? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Gray White Silver
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare maintenance needs.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Norwegian Elkhound requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare drooling amounts.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Norwegian Elkhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norwegian Elkhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Poodle and a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare fur types.	Curly	Dense
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Poodle or Norwegian Elkhound? Do Poodle dogs shed more than Norwegian Elkhound dogs?	Poodle 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

Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare kid-friendliness.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Poodle or Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Poodle dogs are 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
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Poodle or Norwegian Elkhound?	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Poodle or Norwegian Elkhound? Can a Poodle and a Norwegian Elkhound be friends? Do Poodle dogs get along with Norwegian Elkhound dogs?	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound?	Yes Poodle 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 Poodle 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?	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Norwegian Elkhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare service capabilities.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare therapy capabilities.	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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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Norwegian Elkhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Poodle or a Norwegian Elkhound? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Poodle and Norwegian Elkhound. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Poodle and Norwegian Elkhound. Which has larger litters?	2-4 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Poodle and Norwegian Elkhound breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Poodle and Norwegian Elkhound. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Poodle vs Norwegian Elkhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Poodle and Norwegian Elkhound. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Poodle and Norwegian Elkhound. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Poodle and Norwegian Elkhound. Which is more widely recognized?	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 Canadian Canine Registry	No data available

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