Norwegian Elkhound, Black vs East Siberian Laika
Compare Norwegian Elkhound, Black and East Siberian Laika 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
Norwegian Elkhound, Black
East Siberian Laika
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
43 – 49 cm
53 – 64 cm
Weight
18 – 27 kg
20 – 35 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
10 – 14 years
Child friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
Characteristics
Norwegian Elkhound, Black
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
East Siberian Laika
Large
Summary
About Norwegian Elkhound, Black
Medium, powerful black spitz with curled tail, bred in Scandinavia to track and hold moose and other large game. Alert, vocal and loyal, it needs plenty of daily exercise and mental work. Robust and weatherproof, it suits experienced, active owners and remains rare outside its homeland.
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