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Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed Comparison – Which dog is better Flanders Cattle Dog or Bjelkier?

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Name Bouvier des Flandres Samoyed
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Bouvier des Flandres and Samoyed. What other names are these breeds known by?
Flanders Cattle Dog
Vlaamse Koehond
Belgian Cattle Dog
Bjelkier
Nenetskaya Laika
Sammy
Samoiedskaya Sobaka
Smiley
Samoyedskaya
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between a Bouvier des Flandres and a Samoyed. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Large Medium
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Bouvier des Flandres and a Samoyed. Which breed is heavier?
Males 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg), Female: 60-80 pounds (27-36 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?
Males 92.5 pounds (42 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg) Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Bouvier des Flandres or Samoyed? Is a Bouvier des Flandres taller than a Samoyed?
Male: 23-28 inches (58-71 cm), Female: 22-27 inches (56-69 cm) 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?
Male: 25.5 inches (64.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62.5 cm) Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm)

Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between a Bouvier des Flandres and a Samoyed. Which breed costs more?
$1500-$2000 $1200-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Bouvier des Flandres or Samoyed?
Very frequent: The Bouvier des Flandres is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.

Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Smart: The Bouvier des Flandres dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare training requirements.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite easy to train.
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Samoyed dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare alertness levels.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare territorial behaviors.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of a Bouvier des Flandres and a Samoyed. How do their temperaments differ?
Protective
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Familiar
Rational
Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Sociable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed?
High: Bouvier des Flandres dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed social needs comparison:
Bouvier des Flandres dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Samoyed dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed?
Bouvier des Flandres dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed? Which can be better for hunting?
Bouvier des Flandres dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Average: The Bouvier des Flandres barks occasionally.
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Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare play drive and energy.
Average: Bouvier des Flandress, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare living space needs.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bouvier des Flandres 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.

Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare adaptability levels.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Bouvier des Flandres or Samoyed?
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.

Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare biting tendencies.

Low 🔽

The Bouvier des Flandres has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bouvier des Flandres bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.

Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare average lifespans.
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bouvier des Flandres: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare climate tolerances.
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Bouvier des Flandres can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare common health issues between a Bouvier des Flandres and a Samoyed. Which breed is healthier?
The Bouvier des Flandres 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: Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed?
Average
The Bouvier des Flandres 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: Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Diabetes
Pulmonic Stenosis

Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Which breed is more energetic: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare activity levels.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bouvier des Flandres or Samoyed? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Bouvier des Flandres dogs have an average exercise need.
Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Bouvier des Flandres or Samoyed?
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.

Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare obesity risks.
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bouvier des Flandres's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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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
Which eats more: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare daily food needs.
3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare allergy friendliness.
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Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Bouvier des Flandres and Samoyed? Compare breed colors.
Black
Gray
Fawn
Brindle
Pepper
Salt
Cream
White
Biscuit
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare maintenance needs.
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare drooling amounts.
The Bouvier des Flandres is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare natural smell levels.

Medium

The Bouvier des Flandres has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between a Bouvier des Flandres and a Samoyed? Compare fur types.
Rough Dense
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare bathing frequencies.
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bouvier des Flandres or Samoyed? Do Bouvier des Flandres dogs shed more than Samoyed dogs?
Bouvier des Flandres dogs shed moderately.
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Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare kid-friendliness.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are generally with other pets.
Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bouvier des Flandres or Samoyed? Which dog is more friendly?
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bouvier des Flandres or Samoyed?
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bouvier des Flandres or Samoyed? Can a Bouvier des Flandres and a Samoyed be friends? Do Bouvier des Flandres dogs get along with Samoyed dogs?
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed?
Yes
Bouvier des Flandres 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
Bouvier des Flandres 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?
Bouvier des Flandress are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Samoyeds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare service capabilities.

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare therapy capabilities.

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare scenting abilities.

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
Which is better for search and rescue: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare SAR abilities.

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
Which is better on boats: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare maritime abilities.

Not really

Bouvier des Flandres breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Samoyed? Compare draft work capabilities.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military history between Bouvier des Flandres and Samoyed. Which has stronger military background?

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.

Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Bouvier des Flandres and Samoyed. Which has larger litters?
5-10 puppies 4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Bouvier des Flandres and Samoyed breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Bouvier des Flandres and Samoyed. Which needs longer recovery?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Bouvier des Flandres vs Samoyed Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Bouvier des Flandres and Samoyed. Which groups do they belong to?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Bouvier des Flandres and Samoyed. Which groups are they in?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Bouvier des Flandres and Samoyed. Which is more widely recognized?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
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

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