Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Strong
Willed
Bold

Alert
Dignified
Responsive
Calm
Friendly

Elk-a-Bees are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

United States

United States

Beagle and Norwegian Elkhound

Husky, North Pole Sled Team Dog

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
United Kennel Club
American Rare Breed Association

Unknown

1900s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

White
Brown
Black

Fawn
White
Black
Gray

Straight

Wiry

An Elk-a-Bee can have a litter of 5-10 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.

A Chinook can have a litter of 12-15 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.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

None

Excessive Shyness
Eye Abnormalities
Hip Dysplasia
Hormonal Skin Problems
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Seizures And Spondylosis

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Lab Tests

Hip
Blood Test
Eyes
Skin Scraping
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Elk-a-Bees sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Elk-a-Bees are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Chinooks 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Elk-a-Bee, it's at least 12 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 Chinook, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Elk-a-Bees usually need at least 90 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 Chinooks 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.

The Elk-a-Bee has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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.

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

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

Elk-a-Bees are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Chinooks are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Elk-a-Bees are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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