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Compare Labrador Retriever and Samoyed. Which is better: Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Chow Chow?
Name | Labrador Retriever | Samoyed | Chow Chow |
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Origins | England Canada | Russia | China |
Group | Gun Dog | Sled Dogs | Companion Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 1 | 57 | 76 |
Reviews | 9 | 15 | 6 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Lab Labrador |
Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya |
Chowdren Chow |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Chow Chow? Which is the smallest dog, Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Chow Chow? | Large | Medium | Medium |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Samoyed? Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow weight comparison: | Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) | Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg) | 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) | Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) | 57.5 pounds (26 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Chow Chow? Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow height comparison: | Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) | Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm) | Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) | Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm) | 20 inches (51 cm) |
Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Chow Chow? Which is more expensive? | $1000-$2000 | $1200-$1500 | $600-$800 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Chow Chow? | Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Chow Chow is quite easy to get. |
Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow intelligence: | Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. | Low: The Chow Chow is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. |
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Trainability
Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow trainability comparison. | Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. | Samoyed dogs are easy to train. | A slightly harder to train than average. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Chow Chow? | Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. | Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. | Chow Chow dogs are average watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Chow Chow?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. | Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Chow Chow dogs are average defenders. |
Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Chow Chow? Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow behavior/temperament comparison: |
Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful |
Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable |
Aloof Independent Protective Intelligent Loyal Quiet Detached |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. | Chow Chow dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow? | Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. | High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Slightly Below Average: Chow Chow dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. |
Social Needs
Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow social needs comparison: | Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Samoyed dogs are a social breed. | Chow Chow dogs are kinda antisocial. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. | The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home. | Chow Chow dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Chow Chow dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. |
Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow playfulness comparison: | The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. | Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Chow Chows are not the most playful dog breed. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow? | Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. | Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. | Low: The Chow Chow barks none to minimal. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Chow Chow? | It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever 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. | 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 Chow Chow indoors. |
Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Chow Chow dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Chow Chow? | Labrador Retriever 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. | Chow Chow dogs handle alone time quite well. |
Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Chow Chow? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Chow Chow bite force: Ordinary. |
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Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody. | Moderate ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow mouthiness comparison: | Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Chow Chow dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. |
Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow health comparison. Which is the healthier: Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow? | The Labrador Retriever 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. | The Chow Chow 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: Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow health problems comparison: |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy | Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis | Hip Dysplasia Ectropion |
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Labrador Retriever 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. |
Average The Chow Chow should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow lifespan comparison. How long do Labrador Retriever, Samoyed and Chow Chow breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years |
13-15 years The average lifespan of Chow Chow: 14 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow? | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers cold weather The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers cold weather The Chow Chow can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. |
Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Chow Chow?
Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow energy level comparison: | Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs. | Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs. | Chow Chow dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Chow Chow? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises. | Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Chow Chow dogs exercise need is minimal. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Chow Chow? | Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep. | Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep. | Chow Chow dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. |
Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Chow Chow? | Recommended daily amount: 2.5 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. | 4 to 5 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? Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow weight gain potential comparison: | High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chow Chow's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow coat comparison: |
Dense Waterproof Hard Short | Dense | Rough |
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Colors
What are the original Labrador Retriever, Samoyed and Chow Chow color? |
Black Yellow Chocolate | Cream White Biscuit |
Black Red Blue Cream Cinnamon |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Chow Chow? Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow grooming comparison: | Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. | Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Chow Chow? Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or {name3 shedding: | Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. | Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. | Chow Chow dogs shed above average. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Chow Chow? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
Hypoallergenic
Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | No See more. | Yes See more. | No See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow? | High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of bad smell. |
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. | The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. | The Chow Chow is an average drooler. |
Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets. | Chow Chow dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Chow Chow? Which dog is more friendly? | Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Chow Chow dogs are not stranger friendly dogs. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Chow Chow? | Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Chow Chow dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Chow Chow? | Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Chow Chow dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Chow Chow? | Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Chow Chow dogs are not dog-friendly. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow? |
Yes Labrador Retriever 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. |
No Chow Chow dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Samoyed is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Chow Chow is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Samoyeds are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Chow Chows are not the best breed for elderly people. |
Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog? | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Labrador Retriever or Samoyed or Chow Chow? Which is better for autism? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog? | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. | 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? | Yes This breed would make an excellent 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 Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow? | Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. | Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Chow Chow breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
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. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
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. | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. |
Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Labrador Retriever and Samoyed and Chow Chow have? | 5-10 puppies | 4-6 puppies | 3-6 puppies |
Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed vs Chow Chow Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1903 as a Non-Sporting breed. |
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FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. | 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 Asian Spitz and related breeds section. |
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds? |
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 |
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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