Norwegian Elkhound (Grey)
VS
Presa Canario
Norwegian Elkhound (Grey) vs Presa Canario
Compare Norwegian Elkhound (Grey) and Presa Canario 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)
Presa Canario
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
48 – 52 cm
56 – 66 cm
Weight
22 – 25 kg
40 – 65 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
9 – 11 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
5/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
5/5
3/5
Shedding
5/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Norwegian Elkhound (Grey)
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Medium
Presa Canario
Giant
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 Presa Canario
The Presa Canario is a large, powerful guardian from the Canary Islands, strongly built with a short, low‑maintenance coat. Calm and affectionate with family but wary of strangers, it needs experienced handling, early socialization, solid training, and regular exercise.
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