Norwegian Elkhound (Grey) vs Basset Artésien Normand
Compare Norwegian Elkhound (Grey) and Basset Artésien Normand: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
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Characteristic
Norwegian Elkhound (Grey)
Basset Artésien Normand
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
48 – 52 cm
30 – 36 cm
Weight
22 – 25 kg
15 – 20 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
5/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
5/5
2/5
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
Basset Artésien Normand
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
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 Basset Artésien Normand
Medium French scent hound with short legs, long sturdy body and gentle, noble expression. Affectionate, calm at home and sociable with dogs, but driven by scent outdoors. Needs moderate exercise, positive training, secure fencing and regular care for ears, weight, back and joints.
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