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Name	Jämthund	Alaskan Malamute	Samoyed
Origins	Sweden	United States	Russia
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Sled Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Swedish Elkhound	Mally Mal	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Jämthund or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed? Which is the smallest dog, Jämthund or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed?	Large Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Jämthund or Alaskan Malamute or Alaskan Malamute? Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed weight comparison:	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-30 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-30 kg)	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 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: 57.5 pounds (26.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26.5 kg)	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Jämthund or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed? Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed height comparison:	22–26 inches (57–65 cm)	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 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?	24 inches (61 cm)	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)	Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm)

Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Jämthund or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$2000	$1200-$1500	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Jämthund or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed?	Average: The Jämthund is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Alaskan Malamute is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.

Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed intelligence:	Very smart: Jämthund 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.	Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed trainability comparison.	Jämthund dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Alaskan Malamute 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: Jämthund or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed?	Jämthund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Jämthund or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Jämthund dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Jämthund or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed? Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Independent Energetic Loyal Calm Daring	Playful Dignified Friendly Affectionate Loyal Devoted	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Jämthund dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed?	Average to High: Jämthund dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Alaskan Malamute 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.
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Social Needs Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed social needs comparison:	Jämthund dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Alaskan Malamute 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?	Jämthund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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?	Jämthund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Alaskan Malamute 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

Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed playfulness comparison:	The Jämthund is a playful breed. See more.	The Alaskan Malamute is a 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: Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed?	A lot: Jämthund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Alaskan Malamute rarely barks. 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 Jämthund or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jämthund breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Malamute 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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Jämthund dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Jämthund or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed?	Jämthund dogs handle alone time quite well.	Alaskan Malamute 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.

Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed health comparison. Which is the healthier: Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed?	Jämthunds are commonly healthy dogs.	The Alaskan Malamute 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: Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Skin Allergies Obesity Liver Issues Hearing Issues	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Chondrodysplasia Hemeralopia Inherited Polyneuropathy	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Jämthund should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Alaskan Malamute 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 Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed lifespan comparison. How long do Jämthund, Alaskan Malamute and Samoyed breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Jämthund: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Malamute: 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: Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed?	Prefers cold weather The Jämthund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Malamute can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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.

Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Jämthund or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed? Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed energy level comparison:	Jämthund dogs are high-energy dogs.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are high-energy dogs.	Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Jämthund or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Jämthund dogs have an average exercise need.	Alaskan Malamute dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Jämthund or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed?	Jämthund dogs don't need too much sleep.	Alaskan Malamute dogs don't need too much sleep.	Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Jämthund or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 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.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Jämthund has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Malamute 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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Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed coat comparison:	Fluffy Thick Luxurious	Dense Rough Thick Weather-resistant	Dense
Colors What are the original Jämthund, Alaskan Malamute and Samoyed color?	Grey Dark Grey Light Grey	Black Gray Red White	Cream White Biscuit
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Jämthund or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed? Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed grooming comparison:	Average: The Jämthund requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Malamute requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Jämthund or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed? Jämthund or Alaskan Malamute or {name3 shedding:	Jämthund dogs shed moderately. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders. 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: Jämthund or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute 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, Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed?	Medium ⏺ The Jämthund has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Alaskan Malamute 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 Jämthund drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Alaskan Malamute 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.

Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Jämthund dogs are generally with other pets.	Alaskan Malamute dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Jämthund or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed? Which dog is more friendly?	Jämthund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Jämthund or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed?	Jämthund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Jämthund or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed?	Jämthund dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Jämthund or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed?	Jämthund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed?	Yes Jämthund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Alaskan Malamute 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 Jämthund is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Alaskan Malamute 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?	Jämthunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Alaskan Malamutes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Samoyeds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute 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: Jämthund or Alaskan Malamute 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: Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed?	Not really Jämthund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Alaskan Malamute 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute 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 Jämthund and Alaskan Malamute and Samoyed have?	4-6 puppies	4-10 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Jämthund vs Alaskan Malamute 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 1935 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs 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?	No data available	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 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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