Västgötaspets
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Norwegian Elkhound, Black
Västgötaspets vs Norwegian Elkhound, Black
Compare Västgötaspets 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
Västgötaspets
Norwegian Elkhound, Black
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
31 – 33 cm
43 – 49 cm
Weight
9 – 15 kg
18 – 27 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
5/5
3/5
Intelligence
5/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
2/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
Characteristics
Västgötaspets
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Medium
Norwegian Elkhound, Black
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Västgötaspets
The Västgötaspets is a small, sturdy Swedish herding dog with a foxlike look, dense double coat and easy grooming. Energetic, vocal and intelligent, it bonds closely with active families, needs consistent positive training, daily exercise and mental stimulation, and is generally healthy.
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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