Norwegian Elkhound (Grey) vs Australian Shepherd
Compare Norwegian Elkhound (Grey) and Australian Shepherd: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Norwegian Elkhound (Grey)
VS
Australian Shepherd
Comparison table
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Characteristic
Norwegian Elkhound (Grey)
Australian Shepherd
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
48 – 52 cm
46 – 58 cm
Weight
22 – 25 kg
14 – 29 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
13 – 16 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
5/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
5/5
4/5
Shedding
5/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Norwegian Elkhound (Grey)
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Medium
Australian Shepherd
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
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.
About Australian Shepherd
The Australian Shepherd is a medium, athletic herding dog, highly intelligent and energetic. Loyal and people oriented, it bonds closely and needs substantial daily exercise, training, and mental work. Its striking, weather resistant coat and varied eye colors add to its appeal.
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