Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Alert
Playful
Intelligent
Bold
Loyal
Strong
Willed

Bosties are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

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

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.

Boston Terriers, West Highland White Terrier

northern spitz

Unknown

500 BC

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brindle
Brown

Gray
Silver

Bosties are known for their coat length.

Norwegian Elkhounds have medium-length coats.

Wiry

Straight

A Bostie 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.

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.

Bosties typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Norwegian Elkhound breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Hip Dysplasia

Deafness
Cataracts
Copper Poisoning

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Pyotraumatic Dermatitis
Hypothyroidism

Biopsy
Orthopedic
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ophthalmology

Eye
Hip
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

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

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

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

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

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

Bosties bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bostie, it's at least 6 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 Norwegian Elkhound, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Bosties usually need at least 60 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 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.

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

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Bostie 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.

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.

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

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

The average per month expenses of a Bostie is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

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.

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

Norwegian Elkhound is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

The Bostie is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

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

Bosties are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

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

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

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

Bosties are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Norwegian Elkhounds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.