West Siberian Laika
VS
Griffon Nivernais
West Siberian Laika vs Griffon Nivernais
Compare West Siberian Laika and Griffon Nivernais 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
West Siberian Laika
Griffon Nivernais
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
51 – 62 cm
53 – 62 cm
Weight
18 – 25 kg
20 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 15 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
1/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
West Siberian Laika
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Medium
Griffon Nivernais
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Medium
Summary
About West Siberian Laika
The West Siberian Laika is an ancient, medium-sized northern hunting spitz with a thick double coat and curled tail, built for stamina in harsh climates. Independent and prey-driven yet loyal with family, it needs intensive exercise, mental work, and experienced, active owners.
About Griffon Nivernais
The Griffon Nivernais is an ancient French, medium‑sized scenthound with a shaggy grey‑fawn coat and rustic look. Bred for boar and deer, it’s energetic outdoors yet calm and affectionate at home. Sociable with other dogs, it needs ample exercise, mental work and gentle, patient training.
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