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Name	Alpine Spaniel	Saluki	Samoyed
Origins	Switzerland Savoy	Fertile Crescent	Russia
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Group	Extinct	Hunting Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Alpenlandischer Spaniel Swiss Alpine Dog	Persian Greyhound Gazelle Hound	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed? Which is the smallest dog, Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Saluki? Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed weight comparison:	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 Which is cheaper, Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed? Which is more expensive?	Unavailable	$600-$800	$1200-$1500
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

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed intelligence:	Smart: The Alpine Spaniel 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.	Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed trainability comparison.	Alpine Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Saluki dogs are easy to train. See more.	Samoyed dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed?	Alpine Spaniel dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Saluki dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Alpine Spaniel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Saluki dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed? Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Loyal Territorial Brave	Aloof Intelligent Loyal Quiet Reserved	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Saluki dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive 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. See more.	Average: Saluki dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed social needs comparison:	Alpine Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Saluki dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.
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. See more.	Saluki dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
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. See more.	Saluki dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed playfulness comparison:	The Alpine Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Salukis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed?	A lot: Alpine Spaniel is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Saluki rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed?	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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone 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 Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed?	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.
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 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.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed mouthiness comparison:	Alpine Spaniel dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Saluki dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed health comparison. Which is the healthier: Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed?	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.
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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
Veterinarian Visits 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.
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Life Expectancy Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed lifespan comparison. How long do Alpine Spaniel, Saluki and Samoyed breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	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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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed?	Prefers cold weather The Alpine Spaniel 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 cold weather The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed? Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed energy level comparison:	Alpine Spaniel dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Saluki dogs are high-energy dogs.	Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
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.
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Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed?	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.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Alpine Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Saluki has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed coat comparison:	Curly	Smooth	Dense
Colors What are the original Alpine Spaniel, Saluki and Samoyed color?	Tan Red Brown	Black Tan Red Cream White Silver Fawn Golden Chocolate	Cream White Biscuit
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed? Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Alpine Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Saluki requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed? Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or {name3 shedding:	Alpine Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Saluki dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed?	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.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Alpine Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Saluki is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly 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.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed?	Alpine Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Saluki dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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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 Breeds That Get Along Well With 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 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: Alpine Spaniel or Saluki or Samoyed? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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: Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed?	Not really Alpine Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Saluki breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Samoyed 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.	Not really 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.	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

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 Alpine Spaniel and Saluki and Samoyed have?	5-8 puppies	4-8 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Alpine Spaniel vs Saluki vs Samoyed Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	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.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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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