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Name	Deutsche Bracke	Jämthund	Black Norwegian Elkhound
Origins	Germany	Sweden	Norway
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	German Hound Olper Bracke Westphalian Bracke German Bracke	Swedish Elkhound	Black Elkhound Norsk Elghund Black Norsk Elghund Sort
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or Black Norwegian Elkhound? Which is the smallest dog, Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or Black Norwegian Elkhound?	Medium	Large Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or Jämthund? Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound weight comparison:	10-18 kg	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-30 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-30 kg)	Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	14 kg	Male: 57.5 pounds (26.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26.5 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or Black Norwegian Elkhound? Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound height comparison:	16-21 inches (40–53 cm)	22–26 inches (57–65 cm)	Male: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	18.5 inches (40–53 cm)	24 inches (61 cm)	Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or Black Norwegian Elkhound? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$1000-$2000	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or Black Norwegian Elkhound?	Average: The Deutsche Bracke is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Jämthund is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound intelligence:	Very smart: Deutsche Bracke is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Jämthund is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound trainability comparison.	Deutsche Bracke dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Jämthund dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or Black Norwegian Elkhound?	Deutsche Bracke dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Jämthund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or Black Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Deutsche Bracke dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Jämthund dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or Black Norwegian Elkhound? Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Intelligent Obedient Elegant Versatile Submissive	Active Independent Energetic Loyal Calm Daring	Alert Intelligent Strong Willed Proud Robust
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Deutsche Bracke dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Jämthund dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound?	Average to High: Deutsche Bracke dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Jämthund dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound social needs comparison:	Deutsche Bracke dogs are a social breed. See more.	Jämthund dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Deutsche Bracke dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Jämthund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Deutsche Bracke dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Jämthund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound playfulness comparison:	The Deutsche Bracke is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Jämthund is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Black Norwegian Elkhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound?	Average to High: The Deutsche Bracke is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Jämthund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Black Norwegian Elkhound rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or Black Norwegian Elkhound?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Deutsche Bracke indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jämthund breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Black Norwegian Elkhound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Deutsche Bracke dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Jämthund dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or Black Norwegian Elkhound?	Deutsche Bracke dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Jämthund dogs handle alone time quite well.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or Black Norwegian Elkhound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Deutsche Bracke bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Jämthund bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Black Norwegian Elkhound bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Deutsche Bracke has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Jämthund has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Black Norwegian Elkhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound mouthiness comparison:	Deutsche Bracke dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Jämthund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound?	Very healthy dog breed.	Jämthunds are commonly healthy dogs.	Black Norwegian Elkhounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Skin Allergies Obesity Liver Issues Hearing Issues	Cystinuria Elbow Dysplasia Entropion Fanconi Syndrome Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Obesity Renal Failure
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Deutsche Bracke should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Jämthund should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Black Norwegian Elkhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound lifespan comparison. How long do Deutsche Bracke, Jämthund and Black Norwegian Elkhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Deutsche Bracke: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Jämthund: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Black Norwegian Elkhound: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Jämthund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Black Norwegian Elkhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or Black Norwegian Elkhound? Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound energy level comparison:	Deutsche Bracke dogs are high-energy dogs.	Jämthund dogs are high-energy dogs.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or Black Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Deutsche Bracke dogs need a lot of exercises.	Jämthund dogs have an average exercise need.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or Black Norwegian Elkhound?	Deutsche Bracke dogs don't need too much sleep.	Jämthund dogs don't need too much sleep.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or Black Norwegian Elkhound?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Deutsche Bracke has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Jämthund has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Black Norwegian Elkhound's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound coat comparison:	Dense Hard	Fluffy Thick Luxurious	Double
Colors What are the original Deutsche Bracke, Jämthund and Black Norwegian Elkhound color?	Black Red White Yellow	Grey Dark Grey Light Grey	Black
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or Black Norwegian Elkhound? Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Deutsche Bracke requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Jämthund requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Black Norwegian Elkhound requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or Black Norwegian Elkhound? Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or {name3 shedding:	Deutsche Bracke dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Jämthund dogs shed moderately. See more.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or Black Norwegian Elkhound?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound?	Medium ⏺ The Deutsche Bracke has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Jämthund has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Black Norwegian Elkhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Deutsche Bracke is an average drooler. See more.	The Jämthund drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Black Norwegian Elkhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Deutsche Bracke dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Jämthund dogs are generally with other pets.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or Black Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Deutsche Bracke dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Jämthund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or Black Norwegian Elkhound?	Deutsche Bracke dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Jämthund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or Black Norwegian Elkhound?	Deutsche Bracke dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Jämthund dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or Black Norwegian Elkhound?	Deutsche Bracke dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Jämthund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound?	Yes Deutsche Bracke dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Jämthund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Deutsche Bracke is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Jämthund is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Black Norwegian Elkhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Deutsche Brackes are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Jämthunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Black Norwegian Elkhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Deutsche Bracke or Jämthund or Black Norwegian Elkhound? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound?	Not really Deutsche Bracke breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Jämthund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Black Norwegian Elkhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Deutsche Bracke and Jämthund and Black Norwegian Elkhound have?	5-8 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Deutsche Bracke vs Jämthund vs Black Norwegian Elkhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	No data available	No data available

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