Shetland Sheepdog
VS
Norwegian Elkhound, Black
Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwegian Elkhound, Black
Compare Shetland Sheepdog and Norwegian Elkhound, Black 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
Shetland Sheepdog
Norwegian Elkhound, Black
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
35 – 37 cm
43 – 49 cm
Weight
6 – 12 kg
18 – 27 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 13 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
5/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
4/5
3/5
Shedding
5/5
3/5
Barking level
5/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
Characteristics
Shetland Sheepdog
High energy
Super smart
Small
Norwegian Elkhound, Black
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Shetland Sheepdog
The Shetland Sheepdog is a small to medium, agile herding breed with a dense double coat and striking colors. Bright, sensitive, and very people focused, it bonds closely with family, is reserved with strangers, excels in dog sports, and needs regular grooming, daily walks, and mental exercise.
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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