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Name	Australian Shepherd	Samoyed	Pomeranian
Origins	United States	Russia	Germany Poland
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Sled Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	17	57	22
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Little Blue Dog Aussie	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya	Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or Pomeranian? Which is the smallest dog, Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or Pomeranian?	Large	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or Samoyed? Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian weight comparison:	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg)	3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	5 pounds (2 kg)
Height Which is taller, Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or Pomeranian? Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian height comparison:	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm)	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)

Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or Pomeranian? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1200-$1500	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or Pomeranian?	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.

Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian intelligence:	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian trainability comparison.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Samoyed dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or Pomeranian?	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or Pomeranian? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Pomeranian dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or Pomeranian? Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable	Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd 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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian?	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pomeranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian social needs comparison:	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.	Pomeranian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Pomeranian dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian playfulness comparison:	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian?	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or Pomeranian?	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 Australian Shepherd indoors.	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 Pomeranian breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Pomeranian dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or Pomeranian?	Australian Shepherd 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.	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.	Pomeranian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or Pomeranian?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pomeranian bite force: Weak.
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 Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pomeranian has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian mouthiness comparison:	Australian Shepherd 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.	Pomeranian dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian health comparison. Which is the healthier: Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian?	The Australian Shepherd 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.	The Pomeranian 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: Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis	Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Allergies Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Seizures Dry Eye Heatstroke Heat Intolerance
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Australian Shepherd 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.	Average The Pomeranian should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian lifespan comparison. How long do Australian Shepherd, Samoyed and Pomeranian breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Pomeranian: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	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 cold weather conditions The Pomeranian can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or Pomeranian? Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian energy level comparison:	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.	Pomeranian dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or Pomeranian? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Pomeranian dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or Pomeranian?	Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.	Pomeranian dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or Pomeranian?	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.	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup 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? Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pomeranian's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian coat comparison:	Feathered	Dense	Fluffy
Colors What are the original Australian Shepherd, Samoyed and Pomeranian color?	Black Red Blue Merle	Cream White Biscuit	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or Pomeranian? Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian grooming comparison:	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or Pomeranian? Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or {name3 shedding:	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Pomeranian dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or Pomeranian?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian?	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pomeranian has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Australian Shepherd 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.	The Pomeranian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets.	Pomeranian dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or Pomeranian? Which dog is more friendly?	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Pomeranian 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 Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or Pomeranian?	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or Pomeranian?	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Pomeranian dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or Pomeranian?	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian?	Yes Australian Shepherd 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.	Yes Pomeranian dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Samoyed is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pomeranian is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Samoyeds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Pomeranians are not the best breed for elderly people.

Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Australian Shepherd or Samoyed or Pomeranian? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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: Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian?	Not really Australian Shepherd 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.	Not really Pomeranian 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.

Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian 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 Australian Shepherd and Samoyed and Pomeranian have?	6-9 puppies, average 7	4-6 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Australian Shepherd vs Samoyed vs Pomeranian Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd Club Of America	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. 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

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