Playful
Independent
Alert
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Selfish

Alert
Playful
Intelligent
Bold
Loyal
Strong
Willed

Bascotties 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.

Avoid Bascotties as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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.

United States

Norway

Scottish Terrier and Basset Hound

northern spitz

2000s

500 BC

Bascotties are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Norwegian Elkhounds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Bascotties 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.

Bascotties 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.

Bascottie 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Training, Tug-of-war

Trailing, Hiking

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

Norwegian Elkhound is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Bascotties 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.

Bascotties 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.

Bascotties are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Bascotties 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.

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

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