Jämthund
VS
Griffon Nivernais
Jämthund vs Griffon Nivernais
Compare Jämthund and Griffon Nivernais 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
Jämthund
Griffon Nivernais
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
52 – 65 cm
53 – 62 cm
Weight
22 – 25 kg
20 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
5/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
5/5
1/5
Shedding
5/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Jämthund
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Medium
Griffon Nivernais
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Medium
Summary
About Jämthund
The Jämthund is a large, wolf‑like Scandinavian spitz bred for elk hunting in harsh Nordic forests. It has a thick grey double coat, curled tail, and calm, loyal nature. Intelligent and independent, it needs experienced handling, rigorous daily exercise, and regular mental work.
About Griffon Nivernais
The Griffon Nivernais is an ancient French, medium‑sized scenthound with a shaggy grey‑fawn coat and rustic look. Bred for boar and deer, it’s energetic outdoors yet calm and affectionate at home. Sociable with other dogs, it needs ample exercise, mental work and gentle, patient training.
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