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Compare Alpine Spaniel and Saluki. Which is better: Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed?
Name | Alpine Spaniel | Saluki | Samoyed |
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Group | Extinct | Hunting Dogs | Sled Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 199 | 123 | 57 |
Reviews | 2 | 2 | 16 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed breeds. |
Alpenlandischer Spaniel Swiss Alpine Dog |
Persian Greyhound Gazelle Hound |
Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which breed is the largest? | Large | Large | Medium |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed? Compare adult weight ranges. | 88–100 pounds (40-45 kg) | 29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg) | Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 94 pounds (42.5 kg) | 29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg) | Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed? Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed height comparison: | 24-38 inches (60-96 cm) | 23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm) | Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 31 inches (78 cm) | 23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm) | Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm) |
Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Find price differences between these breeds. | Unavailable | $600-$800 | $1200-$1500 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed? | Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct. | Frequent: The Saluki is easier than average to get. | Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get. |
Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which breed ranks highest? | Smart: The Alpine Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which is easiest to train? | Alpine Spaniel dogs are easy to train. | Saluki dogs are easy to train. | Samoyed dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which breed is most alert? | Alpine Spaniel dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Saluki dogs are average watchdogs. | Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which breed is most protective? | Alpine Spaniel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Saluki dogs can't provide protection for their territory. | Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed? Compare temperaments. |
Protective Loyal Territorial Brave |
Aloof Intelligent Loyal Quiet Reserved |
Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Sensitive: Saluki dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed? | Average to High: Alpine Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs. | Average: Saluki dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed social needs comparison: | Alpine Spaniel dogs are a social breed. | Saluki dogs need for social interaction is average. | Samoyed dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | The wanderlust potential of the Alpine Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. | Saluki dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Alpine Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Saluki dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which breed is most vocal? | A lot: Alpine Spaniel is a particularly loud breed. | Low to Average: The Saluki rarely barks. | Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which breed is most playful? | The Alpine Spaniel is a playful breed. | Average: Salukis, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alpine Spaniel breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Saluki breed. | 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. |
Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which breed is most flexible? | Average: Alpine Spaniel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Saluki dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed? | Alpine Spaniel 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 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. |
Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Alpine Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Saluki has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which uses mouth most during play? | Alpine Spaniel dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Saluki dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alpine Spaniel bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Saluki bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary. |
Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which breed lives longest? |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Alpine Spaniel: 13 years |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Saluki: 13 years |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers cold weather The Alpine Spaniel can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers cold weather The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which has fewer health issues? | The Alpine Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Saluki is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Alpine Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Saluki should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Samoyed should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed health problems comparison: | No data available | No data available | Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis |
Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which breed is most active? | Alpine Spaniel dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Saluki dogs are high-energy dogs. | Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Alpine Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Saluki dogs have an average exercise need. | Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed? | Alpine Spaniel dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Saluki dogs don't need too much sleep. | Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average: The Alpine Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. | Low: The Saluki has good luck with genetics. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which needs most food? | 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | Yes See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. What colors are available? |
Tan Red Brown |
Black Tan Red Cream White Silver Fawn Golden Chocolate | Cream White Biscuit |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which requires most maintenance? | Advanced: The Alpine Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. | Effortless: The Saluki requires minimal grooming. | Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which drools least? | The Alpine Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Saluki is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which has least natural smell? | Low 🔽 The Alpine Spaniel has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Saluki has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Curly | Smooth | Dense |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which requires most frequent baths? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed? Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or {name3 shedding: | Alpine Spaniel dogs shed moderately. | Saluki dogs shed none to minimal. | Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. |
Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which is best with kids? | Alpine Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Saluki dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Alpine Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets. | Saluki dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. | Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed? Which dog is more friendly? | Alpine Spaniel dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Saluki dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed? | Alpine Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Saluki dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed? | Alpine Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Saluki dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed? |
Yes Alpine Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Saluki dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Alpine Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Saluki is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Samoyed is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Alpine Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people. | Salukis are usually recommended for elderly people. | Samoyeds are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which has best nose work ability? | 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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which is best for SAR work? | 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. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Alpine Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Saluki breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which has most military use? | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which has most puppies? | 5-8 puppies | 4-8 puppies | 4-6 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. How are they classified? | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1929 as a Hound breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. How are they classified internationally? | Not recognized by FCI. | Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds section. | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Alpine Spaniel, Saluki, and Samoyed. Which has most recognition? | No data available | No data available |
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 |
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