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Name	Samoyed	Great Dane	Shiba Inu
Origins	Russia	Germany	Japan
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Group	Sled Dogs	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Samoyed or Great Dane or Shiba Inu? Which is the smallest dog, Samoyed or Great Dane or Shiba Inu?	Medium	Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Samoyed or Great Dane or Great Dane? Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu weight comparison:	Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg)	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Samoyed or Great Dane or Shiba Inu? Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu height comparison:	Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Samoyed or Great Dane or Shiba Inu? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1500	$800-$1200	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Samoyed or Great Dane or Shiba Inu?	Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.

Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu intelligence:	Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu trainability comparison.	Samoyed dogs are easy to train. See more.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Samoyed or Great Dane or Shiba Inu?	Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Samoyed or Great Dane or Shiba Inu? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Samoyed or Great Dane or Shiba Inu? Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu?	High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu social needs comparison:	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Great Dane dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu playfulness comparison:	Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu?	Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Samoyed or Great Dane or Shiba Inu?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Samoyed indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Samoyed or Great Dane or Shiba Inu?	Samoyed dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Great Dane dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Samoyed or Great Dane or Shiba Inu?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu mouthiness comparison:	Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu health comparison. Which is the healthier: Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu?	The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.	The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Samoyed should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu lifespan comparison. How long do Samoyed, Great Dane and Shiba Inu breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu?	Prefers cold weather The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Samoyed or Great Dane or Shiba Inu? Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu energy level comparison:	Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.	Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Samoyed or Great Dane or Shiba Inu? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Samoyed or Great Dane or Shiba Inu?	Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.	Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.	Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Samoyed or Great Dane or Shiba Inu?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Dense
Colors What are the original Samoyed, Great Dane and Shiba Inu color?	Cream White Biscuit	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Samoyed or Great Dane or Shiba Inu? Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Samoyed or Great Dane or Shiba Inu? Samoyed or Great Dane or {name3 shedding:	Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Samoyed or Great Dane or Shiba Inu?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu?	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Great Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets.	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.	Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Samoyed or Great Dane or Shiba Inu? Which dog is more friendly?	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Samoyed or Great Dane or Shiba Inu?	Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Samoyed or Great Dane or Shiba Inu?	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Samoyed or Great Dane or Shiba Inu?	Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu?	Yes Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Samoyed is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shiba Inu is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Samoyeds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.

Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Samoyed or Great Dane or Shiba Inu? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu?	Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Samoyed and Great Dane and Shiba Inu have?	4-6 puppies	10-15 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Samoyed vs Great Dane vs Shiba Inu Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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