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

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Name Siberian Husky Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound breeds.
Chuksha
Husky
Icee
Sibe
Chukcha
Norwegian Sheepdog
Norsk Buhund
Gra Norsk Elghund
Gray Norwegian Elkhound
Harmaa Norjanhirvikoira
Norsk Elghund
Norwegian Moose Dog
Small Grey Elk Dog
Elkhound
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

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

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Medium Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg) Male: 31-40 pounds (14-18 kg), Female: 26½-35½ pounds (12-16 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: 35.5 pounds (16 kg), Female: 26.5-35.5 pounds (14 kg) Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Siberian Husky or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Elkhound? Siberian Husky vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Elkhound height comparison:
Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm) Male: 17-18.5 inches (43-47 cm), Female: 16-17.5 inches (41-45 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: 17-18½ inches (45 cm), Female: 16-17½ inches (43 cm) Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

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

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Find price differences between these breeds.
$700-$1200 $800-$1000 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Siberian Husky or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Elkhound?
Very frequent: The Siberian Husky is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Norwegian Buhund is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Norwegian Elkhound is quite easy to get.

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

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Norwegian Elkhound dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which is easiest to train?
Siberian Husky dogs are hard to train.
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Norwegian Buhund dogs are quite easy to train.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which breed is most alert?
Siberian Husky dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Norwegian Buhund dogs are good watchdogs.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which breed is most protective?
Siberian Husky dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Norwegian Buhund dogs are average defenders.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average defenders.
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Siberian Husky vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Elkhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound? Compare temperaments.
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Gentle
Funny
Loving
Agile
Energetic
Courageous
Friendly
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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Norwegian Buhund 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 Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Elkhound?
High: Siberian Husky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Norwegian Buhund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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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 Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Elkhound social needs comparison:
Siberian Husky dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Norwegian Buhund 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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The wanderlust potential of the Norwegian Buhund is strong enough to escape from home.
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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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Norwegian Buhund dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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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 Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Elkhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Siberian Husky barks occasionally.
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A lot: Norwegian Buhund is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Norwegian Elkhound is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which breed is most playful?
The Siberian Husky is a playful breed.
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The Norwegian Buhund is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Norwegian Elkhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Siberian Husky breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Norwegian Buhund breed in the home.
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 Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Elkhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which breed is most flexible?
Siberian Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Norwegian Buhund 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: Siberian Husky or Norwegian Buhund 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 Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Elkhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Siberian Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Norwegian Buhund has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Norwegian Elkhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which uses mouth most during play?
Siberian Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Norwegian Buhund 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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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Siberian Husky bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Norwegian Buhund bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Norwegian Elkhound bite force: Ordinary.

Siberian Husky vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Elkhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Siberian Husky: 13 years
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Norwegian Buhund: 14 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Norwegian Elkhound: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which handles climate changes best?
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 cold weather
The Norwegian Buhund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which has fewer health issues?
The Siberian Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Norwegian Buhunds 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.
Vet Care Frequency
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 Norwegian Buhund 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Siberian Husky vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Elkhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Siberian Husky vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Elkhound health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Corneal Dystrophy
Eye Problems
Hip Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease
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Siberian Husky vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Elkhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which breed is most active?
Siberian Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.
Norwegian Buhund dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Siberian Husky vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Elkhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Siberian Husky or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Siberian Husky dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Norwegian Buhund 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 Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Elkhound?
Siberian Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.
Norwegian Buhund dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs don't need too much sleep.

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

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Siberian Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Norwegian Buhund has an average risk for obesity.
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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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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which needs most food?
Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 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.

Siberian Husky vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Elkhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Red
White
Sable
Agouti
Black
Wheaten
Black
Gray
White
Silver
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Norwegian Buhund requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Norwegian Elkhound requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which drools least?
The Siberian Husky is an average drooler.
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The Norwegian Buhund 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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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Siberian Husky has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Norwegian Buhund has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Norwegian Elkhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fluffy Dense Dense
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Siberian Husky or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Elkhound? Siberian Husky or Norwegian Buhund or {name3 shedding:
Siberian Husky dogs shed above average.
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Norwegian Buhund dogs shed moderately.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs shed above average.
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Siberian Husky vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Elkhound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which is best with kids?
Siberian Husky dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Norwegian Buhund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Siberian Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Norwegian Buhund dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Siberian Husky or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog is more friendly?
Siberian Husky dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Norwegian Buhund dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Siberian Husky or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Elkhound?
Siberian Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Norwegian Buhund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Siberian Husky or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Elkhound?
Siberian Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Norwegian Buhund 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 Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Elkhound?
No
Siberian Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Norwegian Buhund 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.
Yes
Norwegian Buhund is one of the best dog breeds 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.
Norwegian Buhunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Norwegian Elkhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Siberian Husky vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Elkhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Norwegian Buhund 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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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which has most military use?

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 Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Elkhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 4-8 puppies 5-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. What's recommended?

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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Siberian Husky vs Norwegian Buhund vs Norwegian Elkhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. How are they classified internationally?
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 Watchdogs and Herders section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Siberian Husky, Norwegian Buhund, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which has most recognition?
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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