English Cocker Spaniel tends to gain weight easily, needs increased exercise and playtime along with controlled food intake.

Norwegian Elkhound has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Affectionate
Friendly
Playful
Trainable
Faithful
Intelligent
Quiet

Alert
Playful
Intelligent
Bold
Loyal
Strong
Willed

English Cocker Spaniels are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

English Cocker Spaniels make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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.

England

Norway

land spaniel

northern spitz

1800s

500 BC

Sporting (AKC:1945)
Gun Dog (UKC)

Hound (AKC:1913)
Northern Breeds (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Sable
Black
Pied
Gray
Silver
Red
Brown

Gray
Silver

English Cocker Spaniels have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Norwegian Elkhounds have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Straight

An English Cocker Spaniel can have a litter of 12-14 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.

English Cocker Spaniel 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.

English Cocker Spaniels 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.

English Cocker Spaniel dogs may not be the best choice as guard dogs because they do not have a strong instinct to defend their territory.

While Norwegian Elkhound dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Outside, Walking, Petting, Treats, Hugs, Running, Fetch, Sniffing, Smelling, Flower sniffs, Walk, Pets, Snuggling, Tug-of-war, Play, Playdate

Trailing, Hiking

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English Cocker Spaniel, it's at least 9 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 English Cocker Spaniels 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.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 28-34 pound (13 - 15 kg) English Cocker Spaniel feed 2.8 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.

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.

English Cocker Spaniels make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

English Cocker Spaniels 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.

English Cocker Spaniels 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.

English Cocker Spaniels 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.

English Cocker Spaniels 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.