Jämthund
VS
Leonberger
Jämthund vs Leonberger
Compare Jämthund and Leonberger 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
Leonberger
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
52 – 65 cm
65 – 80 cm
Weight
22 – 25 kg
40 – 77 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
9 – 10 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
5/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
2/5
Grooming needs
5/5
3/5
Shedding
5/5
4/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Jämthund
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Medium
Leonberger
Great with kids
Easy to train
Giant
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 Leonberger
Large, strongly built “gentle giant” with lion‑coloured, water‑resistant double coat and black mask. Typically calm, devoted, and very good with children and other pets when well socialised. Needs regular exercise, kind training, thorough grooming, and careful health management.
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