Alert
Playful
Intelligent
Bold
Loyal
Strong
Willed

Active
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Aggressive
Easygoing

Norwegian Elkhounds are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Boston Malterriers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Norway

United States

northern spitz

Maltese and Boston Terrier

500 BC

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Gray
Silver

Black
White

Norwegian Elkhounds have medium-length coats.

Boston Malterriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wiry

A Norwegian Elkhound can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Boston Malterrier can have a litter of 3-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Heart Murmur
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Pyotraumatic Dermatitis
Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Skin Allergy “atopy”

Eye
Hip
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Electrocardiogram
Complete Blood Count
Thyroid Panel

Norwegian Elkhound has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Boston Malterrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Norwegian Elkhounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Boston Malterriers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Trailing, Hiking

Chase, Tug-of-war, Hide & Seek, Wrestling

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Norwegian Elkhound, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Boston Malterrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Norwegian Elkhound requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Boston Malterrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Norwegian Elkhound should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Boston Malterrier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 48-55 pound (22 - 25 kg) Norwegian Elkhound feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 9-22 pound (4 - 10 kg) Boston Malterrier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Norwegian Elkhound is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Boston Malterrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Norwegian Elkhound is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Boston Malterrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Norwegian Elkhounds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Boston Malterriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Norwegian Elkhounds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Boston Malterriers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Norwegian Elkhounds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Boston Malterriers are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Norwegian Elkhounds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Boston Malterriers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Norwegian Elkhounds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Boston Malterriers are highly friendly around strangers.

Norwegian Elkhounds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Boston Malterriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.