Bedlington Terrier
VS
Norwegian Elkhound (Grey)
Bedlington Terrier vs Norwegian Elkhound (Grey)
Compare Bedlington Terrier and Norwegian Elkhound (Grey) side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Bedlington Terrier
Norwegian Elkhound (Grey)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
40 – 41 cm
48 – 52 cm
Weight
8 – 10 kg
22 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
5/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
4/5
5/5
Shedding
1/5
5/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Bedlington Terrier
Great with kids
Small
Norwegian Elkhound (Grey)
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Medium
Summary
About Bedlington Terrier
Bedlington Terriers are small, lamb-like yet athletic terriers with a lean, arched body and distinctive curly, low-shedding coat that needs regular grooming. Originally bred for hunting, they are fast, curious, sensitive, devoted family dogs with strong prey drive and benefit from kind training and daily exercise.
About Norwegian Elkhound (Grey)
Ancient Nordic spitz bred for moose hunting; medium, sturdy and square with a thick grey double coat and curled tail. Loyal, vocal and independent, with strong guarding and prey instincts. Needs experienced, consistent training plus plenty of daily exercise and mental work.
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