Alert
Playful
Intelligent
Bold
Loyal
Strong
Willed

Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

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

Hush Bassets 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.

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

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Basset Hound and American Cocker Spaniel

500 BC

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Gray
Silver

Black
White
Red
Brown
Cream
Pied
Blue
Silver
Sable
Brindle

Straight

Wavy

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 Hush Basset can have a litter of 6-8 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

Gastric Torsion
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Skin Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Thrombopathia

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Pyotraumatic Dermatitis
Hypothyroidism

Entropion
Ectropion
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Corneal Erosion
Glaucoma
Phosphofructokinase Deficiency
Bleeding Disorder

Eye
Hip
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Blood Test
Dna For Phosphofructokinase Deficiency
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Skeletal Exam

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

Hush Bassets 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.

Hush Basset has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Hush Bassets need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

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

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

Trailing, Hiking

Playing Ball, Cuddles, Running, Walking, Snuggling, Loves walks

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

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, Hush Basset should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Hush Basset is somewhere $1.70 - $2.50 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 Hush Basset is between $50 - $76. This makes an average of $600 - $912 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.

Norwegian Elkhound is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Hush Bassets are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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 with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Hush Bassets 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.

Hush Bassets 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.

Hush Bassets 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.

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