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New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer Comparison - Dog breed selector: New Zealand Eye Dog or Gra Norsk Elghund or Altdanischer Huhnerhund? Find the right dog for you

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Name New Zealand Heading Dog Norwegian Elkhound Old Danish Pointer
OriginsNew Zealand flagNew Zealand Norway flagNorway Denmark flagDenmark
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
New Zealand Eye Dog
NZ Heading Dog
New Zealand Collie
Gra Norsk Elghund
Gray Norwegian Elkhound
Harmaa Norjanhirvikoira
Norsk Elghund
Norwegian Moose Dog
Small Grey Elk Dog
Elkhound
Altdanischer Huhnerhund
Old Danish Bird Dog
Old Danish Pointing Dog
Gammel Dansk Honsehund
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or Old Danish Pointer? Which is the smallest dog, New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or Old Danish Pointer?
Large Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound? New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer weight comparison:
55-66 pounds (25-30 kg) Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) Male: 66-77 pounds (30-35 kg), Female: 57-68 pounds (25-30 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
60.5 pounds (27.5 kg) Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) Male: 71.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (27.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or Old Danish Pointer? New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer height comparison:
20-24 inches (50-61 cm) Male: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm) Male: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 22.5 inches (57 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or Old Danish Pointer? Which is more expensive?
Unknown $500-$700 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or Old Danish Pointer?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The Norwegian Elkhound is quite easy to get.
Average: The Old Danish Pointer is a commonly available dog breed.

New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer intelligence:
Smart: The New Zealand Heading Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Norwegian Elkhound dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Old Danish Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer trainability comparison.
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are very easy to train.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs are easy to train.
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Old Danish Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or Old Danish Pointer?
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Old Danish Pointer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or Old Danish Pointer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average defenders.
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Old Danish Pointer dogs are average defenders.
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New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or Old Danish Pointer? New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Willing
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Bold
Intelligent
Loyal
Calm
Brave
Resolute
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: New Zealand Heading Dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Old Danish Pointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer?
High: New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Norwegian Elkhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Old Danish Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer social needs comparison:
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are a social breed.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Old Danish Pointer dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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The wanderlust potential of the Norwegian Elkhound is strong enough to escape from home.
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Old Danish Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Old Danish Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer playfulness comparison:
The New Zealand Heading Dog is a playful breed.
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Average: Norwegian Elkhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Old Danish Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer?
Low to Average: The New Zealand Heading Dog rarely barks.
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A lot: Norwegian Elkhound is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Old Danish Pointer barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or Old Danish Pointer?
It is not recommended to keep the New Zealand Heading Dog breed in the home.
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 Norwegian Elkhound indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Old Danish Pointer breed.

New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Old Danish Pointer dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or Old Danish Pointer?
New Zealand Heading Dog 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Old Danish Pointer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or Old Danish Pointer?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

New Zealand Heading Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Norwegian Elkhound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Old Danish Pointer bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The New Zealand Heading Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Norwegian Elkhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Old Danish Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer mouthiness comparison:
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Old Danish Pointer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer health comparison. Which is the healthier: New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer?
New Zealand Heading Dogs are commonly healthy dogs.
The Norwegian Elkhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Old Danish Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer health problems comparison:
No data available No data available No data available
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The New Zealand Heading Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Norwegian Elkhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Old Danish Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer lifespan comparison. How long do New Zealand Heading Dog, Norwegian Elkhound and Old Danish Pointer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of New Zealand Heading Dog: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Norwegian Elkhound: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Old Danish Pointer: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers cold weather
The Norwegian Elkhound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or Old Danish Pointer? New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer energy level comparison:
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Old Danish Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or Old Danish Pointer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Old Danish Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or Old Danish Pointer?
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
Old Danish Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.

New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or Old Danish Pointer?
2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The New Zealand Heading Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Norwegian Elkhound's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Old Danish Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer coat comparison:
Smooth Dense Dense
Smooth
Colors
What are the original New Zealand Heading Dog, Norwegian Elkhound and Old Danish Pointer color?
Black & White
Tan
Black
Gray
White
Silver
White & Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or Old Danish Pointer? New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer grooming comparison:
Average: The New Zealand Heading Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Norwegian Elkhound requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Old Danish Pointer requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or Old Danish Pointer? New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or {name3 shedding:
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Norwegian Elkhound dogs shed above average.
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Old Danish Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or Old Danish Pointer?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer?

Medium

The New Zealand Heading Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Norwegian Elkhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Old Danish Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The New Zealand Heading Dog is an average drooler.
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The Norwegian Elkhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Old Danish Pointer is an average drooler.
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New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Old Danish Pointer dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or Old Danish Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Old Danish Pointer dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or Old Danish Pointer?
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Old Danish Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or Old Danish Pointer?
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Old Danish Pointer dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or Old Danish Pointer?
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Old Danish Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer?
Yes
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Norwegian Elkhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Old Danish Pointer dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
New Zealand Heading Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Norwegian Elkhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Old Danish Pointer is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
New Zealand Heading Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Norwegian Elkhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Old Danish Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: New Zealand Heading Dog or Norwegian Elkhound or Old Danish Pointer? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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: New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer?

Not really

New Zealand Heading Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Norwegian Elkhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Old Danish Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can New Zealand Heading Dog and Norwegian Elkhound and Old Danish Pointer have?
3-5 puppies 5-10 puppies 4-6 puppies

New Zealand Heading Dog vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Old Danish Pointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Hound breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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