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Name	Samoyed	Akita	American Eskimo Dog
Origins	Russia	Japan	United States Germany
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Group	Sled Dogs	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	57	47	118
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog breeds.	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya	American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog	American Spitz Eskie Eskimo Spitz
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Samoyed vs Akita vs American Eskimo Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg)	Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)	Toy: 6-10 pounds (3-5 kg)Standard: 18-35 pounds (8-16 kg), Miniature: 10-17 pounds (5-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)	Toy: 8 pounds (4 kg)Standard: 26.5 pounds (12 kg), Miniature: 13.5 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Samoyed or Akita or American Eskimo Dog? Samoyed vs Akita vs American Eskimo Dog height comparison:	Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Toy: 9-12 inches (22-30 cm)Standard: 15-20 inches (49-50 cm), Miniature: 12-15 inches (30-40 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Toy: 10.5 inches (26 cm)Standard: 17.5 inches (49.5 cm), Miniature: 13.5 inches (35 cm)

Samoyed vs Akita vs American Eskimo Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1200-$1500	$800-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Samoyed or Akita or American Eskimo Dog?	Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The American Eskimo Dog is easier than average to get.

Samoyed vs Akita vs American Eskimo Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which is easiest to train?	Samoyed dogs are easy to train. See more.	Akita dogs are easy to train. See more.	American Eskimo Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which breed is most alert?	Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	American Eskimo Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which breed is most protective?	Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	American Eskimo Dog dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Samoyed vs Akita vs American Eskimo Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog? Compare temperaments.	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable	Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing	Independent Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Friendly
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Akita dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Samoyed vs Akita vs American Eskimo Dog?	High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: American Eskimo Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Samoyed vs Akita vs American Eskimo Dog social needs comparison:	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.	Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	American Eskimo Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Akita is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	American Eskimo Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Akita dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	American Eskimo Dog 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Samoyed vs Akita vs American Eskimo Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Akita barks none to minimal. See more.	A lot: American Eskimo Dog is a particularly loud breed. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The American Eskimo Dog is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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.	Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.	Very house-friendly dog the American Eskimo Dog breed.
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Samoyed vs Akita vs American Eskimo Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which breed is most flexible?	Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Akita dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: American Eskimo Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Samoyed or Akita or American Eskimo Dog?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	American Eskimo Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Samoyed vs Akita vs American Eskimo Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The American Eskimo Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which uses mouth most during play?	Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	American Eskimo Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akita bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Eskimo Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Samoyed vs Akita vs American Eskimo Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of American Eskimo Dog: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers cold weather The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The American Eskimo Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which has fewer health issues?	The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Akita is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The American Eskimo Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Samoyed should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Akita should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The American Eskimo Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Samoyed vs Akita vs American Eskimo Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Samoyed vs Akita vs American Eskimo Dog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Diabetes

Samoyed vs Akita vs American Eskimo Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which breed is most active?	Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.	Akita dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	American Eskimo Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Samoyed vs Akita vs American Eskimo Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Samoyed or Akita or American Eskimo Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	American Eskimo Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Samoyed or Akita or American Eskimo Dog?	Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.	Akita dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	American Eskimo Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Samoyed vs Akita vs American Eskimo Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Akita's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the American Eskimo Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which needs most food?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Samoyed vs Akita vs American Eskimo Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. What colors are available?	Cream White Biscuit	Black Red White Brown Fawn	White Biscuit
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which requires most maintenance?	Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The American Eskimo Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which drools least?	The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Akita is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The American Eskimo Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Eskimo Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight	Fluffy
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which requires most frequent baths?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Samoyed or Akita or American Eskimo Dog? Samoyed or Akita or {name3 shedding:	Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Akita dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	American Eskimo Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Samoyed vs Akita vs American Eskimo Dog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which is best with kids?	Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	American Eskimo Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets.	Akita dogs are generally with other pets.	American Eskimo Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Samoyed or Akita or American Eskimo Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	American Eskimo Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Samoyed or Akita or American Eskimo Dog?	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.	American Eskimo Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Samoyed or Akita or American Eskimo Dog?	Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	American Eskimo Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Samoyed vs Akita vs American Eskimo Dog?	Yes Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Akita dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes American Eskimo Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Samoyed is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Akita is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No American Eskimo Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Samoyeds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people.	American Eskimo Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Samoyed vs Akita vs American Eskimo Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Akita breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Eskimo Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which has most military use?	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.

Samoyed vs Akita vs American Eskimo Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	3-12 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. What's recommended?	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.

Samoyed vs Akita vs American Eskimo Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1994 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. How are they classified internationally?	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.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Samoyed, Akita, and American Eskimo Dog. Which has most recognition?	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. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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