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Name	East Siberian Laika	Finnish Spitz	Kunming Wolfdog
Origins	Russia	Finland	China
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Vostotchno-Sibirskaia Laika	Finnish Hunting Dog Finnish Spets Finsk Spets Loulou Finois Suomalainen Pystykorva Suomenpystykorva Barking Bird Dog	Chinese Wolfdog Kunming Wolfdog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or Kunming Wolfdog? Which is the smallest dog, East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or Kunming Wolfdog?	Large	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Spitz? East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog weight comparison:	45-55 pounds (20-24 kg)	31-35 pounds (14-16 kg)	66-84 pounds (30-38 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	50 pounds (22 kg)	33 pounds (15 kg)	75 pounds (34 kg)
Height Which is taller, East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or Kunming Wolfdog? East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog height comparison:	Male: 22–26 inches (55–66 cm), Female: 20–24 inches (51–60 cm)	15-20 inches (38-51 cm)	25-27 inches (64-68 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 22–26 inches (55–66 cm), Female: 20–24 inches (51–60 cm)	17.5 inches (44.5 cm)	26 inches (66 cm)

East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or Kunming Wolfdog? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$500-$700	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or Kunming Wolfdog?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Finnish Spitz is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Kunming Wolfdog is easier than average to get.

East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog intelligence:	Very smart: East Siberian Laika is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Kunming Wolfdog is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog trainability comparison.	East Siberian Laika dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or Kunming Wolfdog?	East Siberian Laika dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Kunming Wolfdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or Kunming Wolfdog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	East Siberian Laika dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs are average defenders. See more.	Kunming Wolfdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or Kunming Wolfdog? East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Loyal Outright Tempered Aggressive Fearless	Playful Independent Happy Intelligent Loyal Vocal	Curious Stubborn Intelligent Willing
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: East Siberian Laika dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Kunming Wolfdog 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: East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog?	High: East Siberian Laika dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Finnish Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Kunming Wolfdog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog social needs comparison:	East Siberian Laika dogs are a social breed. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs are a social breed. See more.	Kunming Wolfdog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the East Siberian Laika is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Spitz is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Kunming Wolfdog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	East Siberian Laika dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Finnish Spitz 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.	Kunming Wolfdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog playfulness comparison:	The East Siberian Laika is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Finnish Spitz is a playful breed. See more.	The Kunming Wolfdog is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog?	Low to Average: The East Siberian Laika rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Finnish Spitz is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Kunming Wolfdog 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 East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or Kunming Wolfdog?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the East Siberian Laika breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Finnish Spitz breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kunming Wolfdog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	East Siberian Laika dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Finnish Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Kunming Wolfdog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or Kunming Wolfdog?	East Siberian Laika 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.	Finnish Spitz 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.	Kunming Wolfdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or Kunming Wolfdog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ East Siberian Laika bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Finnish Spitz bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kunming Wolfdog 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 East Siberian Laika has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Finnish Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kunming Wolfdog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog mouthiness comparison:	East Siberian Laika dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Kunming Wolfdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog?	Very healthy dog breed.	Finnish Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog health problems comparison:	No data available	Eye Problems Joint Problems Epilepsy	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Heart Problems Intervertebral Disk Disease Skin Allergies Degenerative Myelopathy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The East Siberian Laika should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Finnish Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Kunming Wolfdog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog lifespan comparison. How long do East Siberian Laika, Finnish Spitz and Kunming Wolfdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of East Siberian Laika: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Finnish Spitz: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Kunming Wolfdog: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The East Siberian Laika can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Finnish Spitz can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Kunming Wolfdog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or Kunming Wolfdog? East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog energy level comparison:	East Siberian Laika dogs are high-energy dogs.	Finnish Spitz dogs are high-energy dogs.	Kunming Wolfdog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or Kunming Wolfdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	East Siberian Laika dogs need a lot of exercises.	Finnish Spitz dogs need a lot of exercises.	Kunming Wolfdog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or Kunming Wolfdog?	East Siberian Laika dogs don't need too much sleep.	Finnish Spitz dogs don't need too much sleep.	Kunming Wolfdog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or Kunming Wolfdog?	2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The East Siberian Laika has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Finnish Spitz has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Kunming Wolfdog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog coat comparison:	Thick Straight Double Harsh Coarse	Dense Thick Double	Smooth Double
Colors What are the original East Siberian Laika, Finnish Spitz and Kunming Wolfdog color?	Black White Brown Grey	Red Gold	Black Light Straw Deep Rust
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or Kunming Wolfdog? East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The East Siberian Laika doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Finnish Spitz requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Kunming Wolfdog requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or Kunming Wolfdog? East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or {name3 shedding:	East Siberian Laika dogs shed above average. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kunming Wolfdog 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: East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or Kunming Wolfdog?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No 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, East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog?	Medium ⏺ The East Siberian Laika has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Finnish Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kunming Wolfdog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The East Siberian Laika is an average drooler. See more.	The Finnish Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Kunming Wolfdog is an average drooler. See more.

East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	East Siberian Laika dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Finnish Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Kunming Wolfdog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or Kunming Wolfdog? Which dog is more friendly?	East Siberian Laika dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Finnish Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Kunming Wolfdog 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 East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or Kunming Wolfdog?	East Siberian Laika dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Finnish Spitz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Kunming Wolfdog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or Kunming Wolfdog?	East Siberian Laika dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Finnish Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Kunming Wolfdog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or Kunming Wolfdog?	East Siberian Laika dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Finnish Spitz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Kunming Wolfdog dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog?	Yes East Siberian Laika dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Finnish Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Kunming Wolfdog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No East Siberian Laika is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Finnish Spitz is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Kunming Wolfdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	East Siberian Laikas are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Finnish Spitzs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Kunming Wolfdogs are not the best breed for elderly people.

East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog 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: East Siberian Laika or Finnish Spitz or Kunming Wolfdog? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog?	Not really East Siberian Laika breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Finnish Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kunming Wolfdog 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.

East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog 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 East Siberian Laika and Finnish Spitz and Kunming Wolfdog have?	3-5 puppies	3-6 puppies	6-8 puppies
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East Siberian Laika vs Finnish Spitz vs Kunming Wolfdog 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 1991 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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