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Name	Samoyed	Border Collie	Kangal Dog
Origins	Russia	England Scotland Wales	Turkey
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Group	Sled Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	57	38	492
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog breeds.	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog	Kangal Shepherd Dog Sivas Kangal Turkish Kangal Kangal Coban Kopegi
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Kangal Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large	Giant
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)	Male: 110-145 pounds (50-66 kg), Female: 90-120 pounds (41-54 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)	Male: 127.5 pounds (58 kg), Female: 105 pounds (47.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Samoyed or Border Collie or Kangal Dog? Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Kangal Dog height comparison:	Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm)	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)	Male: 30-32 inches (77-86 cm), Female: 28-30 inches (72-77 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: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	Male: 31 inches (81.5 cm), Female: 29 inches (74.5 cm)

Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Kangal Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1200-$1500	$600-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Samoyed or Border Collie or Kangal Dog?	Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Kangal Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. Which is easiest to train?	Samoyed dogs are easy to train. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. Which breed is most alert?	Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. Which breed is most protective?	Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Kangal Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog? Compare temperaments.	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious	Independent Protective Alert Sensitive Selfish Calm Controlled
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Border Collie 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 Border Collie vs Kangal Dog?	High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Kangal 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 Border Collie vs Kangal Dog social needs comparison:	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are known to be antisocial. 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.	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Kangal 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.	Border Collie 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.	Kangal 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 Border Collie vs Kangal Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Kangal Dog rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Kangal Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal 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.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kangal Dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Kangal Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. Which breed is most flexible?	Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Kangal Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Samoyed or Border Collie or Kangal 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.	Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Kangal Dog dogs love being alone, they need their own free time.

Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Kangal Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Kangal Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Kangal Dog: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal 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 average to cold weather conditions The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal 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 Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Kangal 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 Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Kangal 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 Border Collie vs Kangal Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Kangal Dog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans	Fatty Tumors

Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Kangal Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. Which breed is most active?	Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Kangal Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Samoyed or Border Collie or Kangal Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Samoyed or Border Collie or Kangal Dog?	Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.	Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.	Kangal Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Kangal Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal 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: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kangal Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. Which needs most food?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Kangal Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal 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, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. What colors are available?	Cream White Biscuit	Black Tan Red Sable Brindle Lilac Gold Seal White & Red Slate Sable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merle Blue merle-tricolor Slate merle Red merle Saddleback Sable White & Blue White & Blue Merle White & Red Merle White Ticked White & Gold White & Sable White & Seal	Black Gray Cream
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. Which requires most maintenance?	Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Kangal Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. Which drools least?	The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Kangal 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.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kangal Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long	Dense Double
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. Which requires most frequent baths?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Border Collie or Kangal Dog? Samoyed or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:	Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Kangal Dog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. Which is best with kids?	Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets.	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.	Kangal Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Samoyed or Border Collie or Kangal Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Samoyed or Border Collie or Kangal Dog?	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Kangal 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 Border Collie or Kangal Dog?	Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Kangal Dog?	Yes Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Kangal 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 Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kangal 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.	Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Kangal Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Kangal Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal 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.	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.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. Which is best for SAR work?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as 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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kangal Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal 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.	Yes 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, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. Which has most military use?	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.

Samoyed vs Border Collie vs Kangal Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal 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, Border Collie, and Kangal 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 Border Collie vs Kangal Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal Dog. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal 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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Samoyed, Border Collie, and Kangal 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 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 American Int. Border Collie Registry The American Border Collie Association	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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