Norwegian Elkhound (Grey)
VS
Pointer
Norwegian Elkhound (Grey) vs Pointer
Compare Norwegian Elkhound (Grey) and Pointer 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 (Grey)
Pointer
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
48 – 52 cm
61 – 69 cm
Weight
22 – 25 kg
20 – 34 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
5/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
2/5
Grooming needs
5/5
1/5
Shedding
5/5
2/5
Barking level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Norwegian Elkhound (Grey)
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Medium
Pointer
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
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 Pointer
The Pointer is an athletic, elegant gundog known for its distinctive pointing stance and strong scenting skills. Affectionate, sensitive, and people focused, it needs 1–2 hours of daily exercise and mental work. Its short, smooth coat is low maintenance, suiting active, outdoorsy owners.
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