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Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Chuksha or Black Elkhound or Gra Norsk Elghund? Find the right dog for you

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Name Siberian Husky Black Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Elkhound
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Chuksha
Husky
Icee
Sibe
Chukcha
Black Elkhound
Norsk Elghund Black
Norsk Elghund Sort
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? Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound? Which is the smallest dog, Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound?
Medium Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Black Norwegian Elkhound? Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound weight comparison:
Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg) Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 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: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg) Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound? Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound height comparison:
Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm) Male: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 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: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm) Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound? Which is more expensive?
$700-$1200 $500-$700 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound?
Very frequent: The Siberian Husky 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 Norwegian Elkhound is quite easy to get.

Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Norwegian Elkhound dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound trainability comparison.
Siberian Husky dogs are hard to train.
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Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound?
Siberian Husky dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Siberian Husky dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average defenders.
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Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound? Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Gentle
Alert
Intelligent
Strong
Willed
Proud
Robust
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Bold
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound?
High: Siberian Husky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Norwegian Elkhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound social needs comparison:
Siberian Husky dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Siberian Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Norwegian Elkhound is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Siberian Husky 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.
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Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound playfulness comparison:
The Siberian Husky is a playful breed.
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Average: Black Norwegian Elkhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Norwegian Elkhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound?
Average: The Siberian Husky barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Black Norwegian Elkhound rarely barks.
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A lot: Norwegian Elkhound is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound?
It is not recommended to keep the Siberian Husky breed in the home.
Apartment-friendly dog the Black Norwegian Elkhound 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.

Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Siberian Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Black Norwegian Elkhound 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: Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Siberian Husky bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Black Norwegian Elkhound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Norwegian Elkhound bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Siberian Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Black Norwegian Elkhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Norwegian Elkhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound mouthiness comparison:
Siberian Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound?
The Siberian Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Black Norwegian Elkhounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Norwegian Elkhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Corneal Dystrophy
Cystinuria
Elbow Dysplasia
Entropion
Fanconi Syndrome
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Obesity
Renal Failure
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Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Siberian Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Black Norwegian Elkhound 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.
Life Expectancy
Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound lifespan comparison. How long do Siberian Husky, Black Norwegian Elkhound and Norwegian Elkhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Siberian Husky: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Black Norwegian Elkhound: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Norwegian Elkhound: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound?
Prefers cold weather
The Siberian Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Black Norwegian Elkhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Norwegian Elkhound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound? Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound energy level comparison:
Siberian Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.
Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Siberian Husky dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound?
Siberian Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.
Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs don't need too much sleep.

Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound?
Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Siberian Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Black Norwegian Elkhound's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Norwegian Elkhound's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound coat comparison:
Fluffy Double Dense
Colors
What are the original Siberian Husky, Black Norwegian Elkhound and Norwegian Elkhound color?
Black
Gray
Red
White
Sable
Agouti
Black Black
Gray
White
Silver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound? Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound grooming comparison:
Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Black Norwegian Elkhound requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Norwegian Elkhound requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound? Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound or {name3 shedding:
Siberian Husky dogs shed above average.
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Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are low shedders.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound?

Low 🔽

The Siberian Husky has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Black Norwegian Elkhound 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?
The Siberian Husky is an average drooler.
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The Black Norwegian Elkhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Norwegian Elkhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Siberian Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Black Norwegian Elkhound 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 Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog is more friendly?
Siberian Husky dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound?
Siberian Husky dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound?
Siberian Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound?
Siberian Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound?
No
Siberian Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Black Norwegian Elkhound 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
Siberian Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Black Norwegian Elkhound 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?
Siberian Huskys are usually recommended for elderly people.
Black Norwegian Elkhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Norwegian Elkhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Siberian Husky or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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.

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: Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound?

Not really

Siberian Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Black Norwegian Elkhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Norwegian Elkhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

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.

Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Siberian Husky and Black Norwegian Elkhound and Norwegian Elkhound have?
4-8 puppies 4-6 puppies 5-10 puppies

Siberian Husky vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Norwegian Elkhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section. 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 Nordic Hunting Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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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