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Name	Hovawart	Shetland Sheepdog	Samoyed
Origins	Germany	Scotland	Russia
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Group	Guard Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Sled Dogs
Popularity Rank	375	24	57
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Hovie	Dwarf Scotch Shepherd Sheltie Shetland Collie Toonie Dog Miniature Collie	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Hovawart or Shetland Sheepdog or Samoyed? Which is the smallest dog, Hovawart or Shetland Sheepdog or Samoyed?	Large Giant	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Hovawart or Shetland Sheepdog or Shetland Sheepdog? Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed weight comparison:	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)	14-27 pounds (6-12 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?	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)	20.5 pounds (9 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Hovawart or Shetland Sheepdog or Samoyed? Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed height comparison:	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	13-16 inches (33-41 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?	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	14.5 inches (37 cm)	Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm)

Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed Price and Availability Comparison

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

Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Shetland Sheepdog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed trainability comparison.	Hovawart dogs are easy to train. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Samoyed dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Hovawart or Shetland Sheepdog or Samoyed?	Hovawart dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Hovawart or Shetland Sheepdog or Samoyed? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Hovawart dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Hovawart or Shetland Sheepdog or Samoyed? Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Devoted Outright Tempered Watchful Reserved	Playful Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Hovawart dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Shetland Sheepdog 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed?	Average to High: Hovawart dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Shetland Sheepdog 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 Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed social needs comparison:	Hovawart dogs are a social breed. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Hovawart dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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?	Hovawart 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.	Shetland Sheepdog 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.	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

Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed playfulness comparison:	Average: Hovawarts, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Shetland Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed?	Low to Average: The Hovawart rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Shetland Sheepdog 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 Hovawart or Shetland Sheepdog or Samoyed?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Hovawart breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Shetland Sheepdog breed in the home.	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

Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Hovawart dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Shetland Sheepdog 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: Hovawart or Shetland Sheepdog or Samoyed?	Hovawart 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.	Shetland Sheepdog 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.

Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed health comparison. Which is the healthier: Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed?	The Hovawart is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shetland Sheepdog 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: Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Underactive Thyroid	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Heart Problems Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Collie Eye Anomaly Haemophilia Trichiasis	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Hovawart should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Shetland Sheepdog 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed lifespan comparison. How long do Hovawart, Shetland Sheepdog and Samoyed breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Hovawart: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Shetland Sheepdog: 13 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: Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog 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 cold weather conditions The Shetland Sheepdog 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.

Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Hovawart or Shetland Sheepdog or Samoyed?	3 to 4 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.	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? Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Hovawart has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Shetland Sheepdog 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.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed coat comparison:	Silky	Dense	Dense
Colors What are the original Hovawart, Shetland Sheepdog and Samoyed color?	Black Blonde Golden	Black Tan Blue White Sable Merle	Cream White Biscuit
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Hovawart or Shetland Sheepdog or Samoyed? Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Hovawart doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. 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 Hovawart or Shetland Sheepdog or Samoyed? Hovawart or Shetland Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:	Hovawart dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. 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: Hovawart or Shetland Sheepdog or Samoyed?	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed?	Medium ⏺ The Hovawart has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shetland Sheepdog has an average 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 Hovawart is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shetland Sheepdog 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.

Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed Good With Comparison

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

Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog 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: Hovawart or Shetland Sheepdog or Samoyed? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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: Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Samoyed?	Not really Hovawart breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shetland Sheepdog 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?	Yes 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.

Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog 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 Hovawart and Shetland Sheepdog and Samoyed have?	6-8 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Hovawart vs Shetland Sheepdog 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 1911 as a Herding 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry 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 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 Canadian Canine Registry	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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