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Name	German Spitz	Papillon	Samoyed
Origins	Germany	Spain France Belgium	Russia
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Sled Dogs
Popularity Rank	344	53	57
Reviews	2	4	16
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Spitz	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Spitz or Papillon or Samoyed? Which is the smallest dog, German Spitz or Papillon or Samoyed?	Small Medium	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, German Spitz or Papillon or Papillon? German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed weight comparison:	Male: 24-33 pounds (11-15 kg), Female: 18-27 pounds (8-12 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 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?	Male: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Spitz or Papillon or Samoyed? German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed height comparison:	Male: 19-23 inches (48-58 cm), Female: 15-19 inches (38-48 cm)	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 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: 21 inches (53 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm)

German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Spitz or Papillon or Samoyed? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$400-$600	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, German Spitz or Papillon or Samoyed?	Average: The German Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.

German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Spitz or Papillon or Samoyed? German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Devoted Lively Attentive Trainable	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: German Spitz dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed?	Average: German Spitz dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. 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 German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed social needs comparison:	German Spitz dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	German Spitz dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. 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?	German Spitz dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Papillon 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed playfulness comparison:	The German Spitz is a playful breed. See more.	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed?	Average to High: The German Spitz is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. 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 German Spitz or Papillon or Samoyed?	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 German Spitz 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 Papillon 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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: German Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Papillon 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: German Spitz or Papillon or Samoyed?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	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.

German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed?	German Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.	The Papillon 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: German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed health problems comparison:	Luxating Patella Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Dental Problems	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The German Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Papillon 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 German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed lifespan comparison. How long do German Spitz, Papillon and Samoyed breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Spitz: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 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: German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.

German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a German Spitz or Papillon or Samoyed? German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed energy level comparison:	German Spitz dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Spitz or Papillon or Samoyed? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Spitz dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.	Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Spitz or Papillon or Samoyed?	German Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.
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German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Spitz or Papillon or Samoyed?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The German Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. 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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German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed coat comparison:	Dense Straight	Feathered	Dense
Colors What are the original German Spitz, Papillon and Samoyed color?	Black White Orange Tricolor	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	Cream White Biscuit
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Spitz or Papillon or Samoyed? German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed grooming comparison:	Advanced: The German Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. 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 German Spitz or Papillon or Samoyed? German Spitz or Papillon or {name3 shedding:	German Spitz dogs shed above average. See more.	Papillon 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: German Spitz or Papillon or Samoyed?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic German Spitz vs Papillon 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, German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed?	Medium ⏺ The German Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Papillon 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 German Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Papillon 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.

German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Spitz dogs are generally with other pets.	Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Spitz or Papillon or Samoyed? Which dog is more friendly?	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	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 German Spitz or Papillon or Samoyed?	German Spitz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Spitz or Papillon or Samoyed?	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Spitz or Papillon or Samoyed?	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed?	Yes German Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Papillon 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 German Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Papillon 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?	German Spitzs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.	Samoyeds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

German Spitz vs Papillon 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: German Spitz or Papillon 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: German Spitz vs Papillon vs Samoyed?	Not really German Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Papillon 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.

German Spitz vs Papillon 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 German Spitz and Papillon and Samoyed have?	2-4 puppies	2-4 puppies	4-6 puppies
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German Spitz vs Papillon 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 1915 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 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 European Spitz section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy 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?	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club 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. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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