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Name	Samoyed	Bichon Frise	Labradoodle
Origins	Russia	Spain Belgium	Australia
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya	Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Samoyed or Bichon Frise or Labradoodle? Which is the smallest dog, Samoyed or Bichon Frise or Labradoodle?	Medium	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Samoyed or Bichon Frise or Bichon Frise? Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle weight comparison:	Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Samoyed or Bichon Frise or Labradoodle? Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle height comparison:	Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm)	Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 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: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Samoyed or Bichon Frise or Labradoodle? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1500	$700-$1000	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Samoyed or Bichon Frise or Labradoodle?	Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Labradoodle is easier than average to get.

Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle intelligence:	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.	Smart: The Labradoodle dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle trainability comparison.	Samoyed dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Samoyed or Bichon Frise or Labradoodle?	Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Samoyed or Bichon Frise or Labradoodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Samoyed or Bichon Frise or Labradoodle? Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable	Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful	Alert Intelligent Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle?	High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Labradoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle social needs comparison:	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labradoodle 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.	Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Labradoodle 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Labradoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle playfulness comparison:	Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. See more.	The Labradoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle?	Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle 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 Samoyed or Bichon Frise or Labradoodle?	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 Bichon Frise 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 Labradoodle indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Bichon Frise dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Labradoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Samoyed or Bichon Frise or Labradoodle?	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.	Bichon Frise dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Labradoodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Samoyed or Bichon Frise or Labradoodle?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bichon Frise bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labradoodle 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 Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle mouthiness comparison:	Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Labradoodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle?	The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Bichon Frise is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Labradoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Veterinarian Visits 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 Bichon Frise should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Labradoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Samoyed, Bichon Frise and Labradoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Labradoodle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle?	Prefers cold weather The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Samoyed or Bichon Frise or Labradoodle? Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle energy level comparison:	Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Samoyed or Bichon Frise or Labradoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal.	Labradoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Samoyed or Bichon Frise or Labradoodle?	Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bichon Frise dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Labradoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Samoyed or Bichon Frise or Labradoodle?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1.5 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle weight gain potential comparison:	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 Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Labradoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle coat comparison:	Dense	Curly	Fine Variety of coat types
Colors What are the original Samoyed, Bichon Frise and Labradoodle color?	Cream White Biscuit	Cream White Buff Apricot	Black Blue Cream Silver Chocolate Gold Apricot Caramel Chalky white Café Parchment They can also have parti-colored coats, which consist of brindles, phantom, patched, or sable colors.
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Samoyed or Bichon Frise or Labradoodle? Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Samoyed or Bichon Frise or Labradoodle? Samoyed or Bichon Frise or {name3 shedding:	Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. See more.	Labradoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Samoyed or Bichon Frise or Labradoodle?	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.
Hypoallergenic Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle?	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labradoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle Good With Comparison

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

Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Samoyed or Bichon Frise or Labradoodle? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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: Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle?	Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bichon Frise breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labradoodle breed usually likes 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.	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.

Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle 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 Samoyed and Bichon Frise and Labradoodle have?	4-6 puppies	2-5 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Samoyed vs Bichon Frise vs Labradoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	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 The Bichon Frise Club Of America	Australian Labradoodle Association International Australian Labradoodle Association

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