Alert
Playful
Intelligent
Bold
Loyal
Strong
Willed

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Lively
Fearless
Keen
Easygoing
Brave
Athletic
Bright

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

French Bulloxers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Choose a Norwegian Elkhound if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

French Bulloxers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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French Bulldog and Boxer

500 BC

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Gray
Silver

Fawn
Red
Gray
White
Brown

Norwegian Elkhounds have medium-length coats.

French Bulloxers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

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 French Bulloxer can have a litter of 2-10 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

Cardiomyopathy
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Hemivertebrae
Degenerative Myelopathy
Subaortic Stenosis
Inverterbral Disc Degeneration

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Pyotraumatic Dermatitis
Hypothyroidism

Gastric Torsion
Cataracts
Tumors
Colitis
Retinal Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Corneal Dystrophy

Eye
Hip
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eyes
Spine
Heart
Hips
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Norwegian Elkhounds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

French Bulloxers are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

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

Norwegian Elkhounds require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

French Bulloxers need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

French Bulloxers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Norwegian Elkhound dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

French Bulloxer dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Trailing, Hiking

Going for walks, Toys, Hiking, Riding, Sleep, Tug-of-war, Playing outside, Hikes, Walks, Fetch, Frisbee, Dog Parks, Cuddling, Watching movies, Walk

Norwegian Elkhounds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

French Bulloxers are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. French Bulloxer dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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 French Bulloxer, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Norwegian Elkhounds usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most French Bulloxers usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

The French Bulloxer has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
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 41-65 pound (19 - 29 kg) French Bulloxer feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

Norwegian Elkhound is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

French Bulloxer has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

French Bulloxers 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.

French Bulloxers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

French Bulloxers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

French Bulloxers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

French Bulloxers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.