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Name	Eurasier	Samoyed	Leonberger
Origins	Germany	Russia	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Sled Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Eurasian Dog Eurasian Spitz Eurasian	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya	Gentle Giant Gentle Lion Leonbergi Leo
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Eurasier or Samoyed or Leonberger? Which is the smallest dog, Eurasier or Samoyed or Leonberger?	Large	Medium	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Eurasier or Samoyed or Samoyed? Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger weight comparison:	Male: 50-70 pounds (23-32 kg), Female: 40-60 pounds (18-26 kg)	Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg)	Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 60 pounds (27.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Eurasier or Samoyed or Leonberger? Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger height comparison:	Male: 20-24 inches (52-60 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (48-56 cm)	Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm)	Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 22 inches (56 cm), Female: 17 inches (52 cm)	Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm)	Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm)

Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Eurasier or Samoyed or Leonberger? Which is more expensive?	$2000-$2500	$1200-$1500	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Eurasier or Samoyed or Leonberger?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.

Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger intelligence:	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.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger trainability comparison.	Eurasier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Samoyed dogs are easy to train. See more.	Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Eurasier or Samoyed or Leonberger?	Eurasier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Leonberger dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Eurasier or Samoyed or Leonberger? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Eurasier dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Eurasier or Samoyed or Leonberger? Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Intelligent Outright Tempered Watchful Calm Reserved	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable	Loving Obedient Loyal Fearless Companionable Adaptable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger?	Average: Eurasier 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.	High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger social needs comparison:	Eurasier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.	Leonberger dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Eurasier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Leonberger dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Eurasier 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.	Leonberger 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

Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger playfulness comparison:	Average: Eurasiers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Leonberger is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger?	Average: The Eurasier barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Leonberger barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Eurasier or Samoyed or Leonberger?	Very house-friendly dog the Eurasier 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.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Leonberger breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Eurasier or Samoyed or Leonberger?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Eurasier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Leonberger bite force: The Strongest.
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 Eurasier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Leonberger has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger mouthiness comparison:	Eurasier dogs have an 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.	Leonberger dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger health comparison. Which is the healthier: Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger?	Eurasiers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Bloat Entropion Inherited Polyneuropathy Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Eosinophilic Panosteitis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Eurasier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Samoyed should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger lifespan comparison. How long do Eurasier, Samoyed and Leonberger breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Eurasier: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Eurasier 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 cold weather The Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Eurasier or Samoyed or Leonberger?	4 to 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.	8 to 10 cups 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? Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Eurasier'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 Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger coat comparison:	Thick Double	Dense	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Eurasier, Samoyed and Leonberger color?	Black Tan Red Fawn Sable Wolf	Cream White Biscuit	Red Brown Yellow Sandy Reddish Mahogany
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Eurasier or Samoyed or Leonberger? Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger grooming comparison:	Average: The Eurasier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Eurasier or Samoyed or Leonberger? Eurasier or Samoyed or {name3 shedding:	Eurasier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Leonberger 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: Eurasier or Samoyed or Leonberger?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger?	Medium ⏺ The Eurasier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Leonberger has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Eurasier is an average drooler. See more.	The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Leonberger is an average drooler. See more.

Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger Good With Comparison

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

Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger 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: Eurasier or Samoyed or Leonberger? 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: Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger?	Not really Eurasier 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 Leonberger 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.	Yes 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.

Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger 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 Eurasier and Samoyed and Leonberger have?	4-8 puppies	4-6 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Eurasier vs Samoyed vs Leonberger 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 1906 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Foundation Stock Service	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. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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