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Name	Labrador Husky	Bernese Mountain Dog	Samoyed
Origins	Canada	Switzerland	Russia
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Group	Sled Dogs	Working Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Husky-Lab	Berner Bernese Cattle Dog Berner Sennenhund	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog or Samoyed? Which is the smallest dog, Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog or Samoyed?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog or Bernese Mountain Dog? Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed weight comparison:	60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)	Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 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?	80 pounds (36 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog or Samoyed? Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed height comparison:	20-28 inches (51-71 cm)	Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 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: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm)	Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm)

Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog or Samoyed? Which is more expensive?	$400-$800	$800-$1000	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog or Samoyed?	Average: The Labrador Husky is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Bernese Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.

Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed intelligence:	Smart: The Labrador Husky dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Bernese Mountain Dog is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed trainability comparison.	Labrador Husky dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are 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: Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog or Samoyed?	Labrador Husky dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog or Samoyed? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Labrador Husky dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog or Samoyed? Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Friendly Quiet Good natured	Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Faithful	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed?	Average to High: Labrador Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Bernese Mountain Dog 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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed social needs comparison:	Labrador Husky dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Labrador Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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?	Labrador Husky dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. 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

Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed playfulness comparison:	The Labrador Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Bernese Mountain Dogs, 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: Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed?	Low to Average: The Labrador Husky rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally. 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 Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog or Samoyed?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Labrador Husky breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Bernese Mountain Dog 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

Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Labrador Husky dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Bernese Mountain Dog 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: Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog or Samoyed?	Labrador Husky 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.	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.

Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed health comparison. Which is the healthier: Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed?	The Labrador Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Labrador Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Bernese Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Samoyed should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed lifespan comparison. How long do Labrador Husky, Bernese Mountain Dog and Samoyed breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Labrador Husky: 12 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog: 9 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: Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Labrador Husky can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Bernese Mountain Dog 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.

Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog or Samoyed? Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed energy level comparison:	Labrador Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog or Samoyed? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Labrador Husky dogs need a lot of exercises.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog or Samoyed?	Labrador Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bernese Mountain Dog 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

Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog or Samoyed?	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	6 to 8 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? Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Labrador Husky has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bernese Mountain Dog'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.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed coat comparison:	Thick Double	Dense	Dense
Colors What are the original Labrador Husky, Bernese Mountain Dog and Samoyed color?	Solid Black Solid White Black & White & Red Black & White & Grey	Black White	Cream White Biscuit
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog or Samoyed? Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Labrador Husky requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog or Samoyed? Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog or {name3 shedding:	Labrador Husky dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs shed above average. 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: Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog 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.	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 Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog 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, Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed?	Medium ⏺ The Labrador Husky has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Labrador Husky is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed Good With Comparison

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

Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog 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.	Yes This breed makes good 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: Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog 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.
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: Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed?	Not really Labrador Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bernese Mountain Dog 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.	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.
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.

Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Labrador Husky and Bernese Mountain Dog and Samoyed have?	4-8 puppies	1-14 puppies, average 8	4-6 puppies
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Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog 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 1937 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs 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.	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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