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Name	Stephens Cur	Black Norwegian Elkhound	Brittany
Origins	United States	Norway	France
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Mountain Cur Stephens’ Stock Cur Stephens’ Stock Mountain Cur	Black Elkhound Norsk Elghund Black Norsk Elghund Sort	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Stephens Cur or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Brittany? Which is the smallest dog, Stephens Cur or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Brittany?	Large Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Stephens Cur or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Black Norwegian Elkhound? Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany weight comparison:	Male: 30-60 pounds (13-27 kg), Female: 25-55 pounds (11-25 kg)	Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 45 pounds (20 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, Stephens Cur or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Brittany? Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany height comparison:	Male: 18-25 inches (48-65 cm), Female: 16-22 inches (41-58 cm)	Male: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (49.5 cm)	Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Stephens Cur or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Brittany? Which is more expensive?	$400-$500	$500-$700	$700-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Stephens Cur or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Brittany?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	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 Brittany is quite easy to get.

Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany intelligence:	Smart: The Stephens Cur dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany trainability comparison.	Stephens Cur dogs are easy to train. See more.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Stephens Cur or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Brittany?	Stephens Cur dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Stephens Cur or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Brittany? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Stephens Cur dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Stephens Cur or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Brittany? Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Trainable Instinctual Hard working	Alert Intelligent Strong Willed Proud Robust	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are easygoing, low-sensitivity dogs. See more.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany?	Average to High: Stephens Cur dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany social needs comparison:	Stephens Cur dogs are a social breed. See more.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Stephens Cur is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Stephens Cur dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany playfulness comparison:	The Stephens Cur is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Black Norwegian Elkhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany?	Average to High: The Stephens Cur is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Black Norwegian Elkhound rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Brittany 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 Stephens Cur or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Brittany?	Very house-friendly dog the Stephens Cur breed.	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 Brittany indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Stephens Cur dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Stephens Cur or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Brittany?	Stephens Cur 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Stephens Cur or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Brittany?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Stephens Cur bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Black Norwegian Elkhound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany 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 Stephens Cur has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Black Norwegian Elkhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany mouthiness comparison:	Stephens Cur dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany health comparison. Which is the healthier: Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany?	Stephens Curs are commonly healthy dogs.	Black Norwegian Elkhounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Brittany 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: Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany health problems comparison:	No data available	Cystinuria Elbow Dysplasia Entropion Fanconi Syndrome Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Obesity Renal Failure	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Stephens Cur should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably 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 Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany lifespan comparison. How long do Stephens Cur, Black Norwegian Elkhound and Brittany breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Stephens Cur: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Black Norwegian Elkhound: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany?	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 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. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Stephens Cur or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Brittany?	1.5 to 2.5 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.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Stephens Cur has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Black Norwegian Elkhound's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany coat comparison:	Sleek	Double	Feathered
Colors What are the original Stephens Cur, Black Norwegian Elkhound and Brittany color?	Black Red Blue Cream White Brown Yellow Brindle Blonde	Black	White Orange Liver Roan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Stephens Cur or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Brittany? Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Stephens Cur requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Black Norwegian Elkhound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Stephens Cur or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Brittany? Stephens Cur or Black Norwegian Elkhound or {name3 shedding:	Stephens Cur dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are low shedders. See more.	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Stephens Cur or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Brittany?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany?	Medium ⏺ The Stephens Cur has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Black Norwegian Elkhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Stephens Cur is an average drooler. See more.	The Black Norwegian Elkhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Stephens Cur 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.	Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Stephens Cur or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Brittany? Which dog is more friendly?	Stephens Cur dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Brittany 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 Stephens Cur or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Brittany?	Stephens Cur dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Stephens Cur or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Brittany?	Stephens Cur dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Stephens Cur or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Brittany?	Stephens Cur dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany?	No Stephens Cur 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 Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Stephens Cur is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Black Norwegian Elkhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Stephens Curs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Black Norwegian Elkhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany 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: Stephens Cur or Black Norwegian Elkhound or Brittany? 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.	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.	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: Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany?	Not really Stephens Cur breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Black Norwegian Elkhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Brittany 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.

Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany 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 Stephens Cur and Black Norwegian Elkhound and Brittany have?	3-8 puppies	4-6 puppies	1-11 puppies, average 6
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Stephens Cur vs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Brittany Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing 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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