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Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever Comparison – Which dog is better Bjelkier or Flatte?

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Name Samoyed Flat-Coated Retriever
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Samoyed and Flat-Coated Retriever. What other names are these breeds known by?
Bjelkier
Nenetskaya Laika
Sammy
Samoiedskaya Sobaka
Smiley
Samoyedskaya
Flatte
Flattie
Flatcoat
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between a Samoyed and a Flat-Coated Retriever. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Medium Large
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Samoyed and a Flat-Coated Retriever. Which breed is heavier?
Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg) 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Samoyed or Flat-Coated Retriever? Is a Samoyed taller than a Flat-Coated Retriever?
Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm) 22-23 inches (56-58 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: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between a Samoyed and a Flat-Coated Retriever. Which breed costs more?
$1200-$1500 $1000-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Samoyed or Flat-Coated Retriever?
Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Flat-Coated Retriever is quite easy to get.

Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Flat-Coated Retriever is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare training requirements.
Samoyed dogs are easy to train.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare alertness levels.
Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare territorial behaviors.
Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of a Samoyed and a Flat-Coated Retriever. How do their temperaments differ?
Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Sociable
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Devoted
Optimistic
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever?
Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Flat-Coated Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever?
High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever social needs comparison:
Samoyed dogs are a social breed.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever?
The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Flat-Coated Retriever is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever? Which can be better for hunting?
Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Flat-Coated Retriever 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.
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Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally.
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Average: The Flat-Coated Retriever barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare play drive and energy.
Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Flat-Coated Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare living space needs.
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.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Flat-Coated Retriever breed.

Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare adaptability levels.
Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Samoyed or Flat-Coated Retriever?
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.

Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare biting tendencies.

Low 🔽

The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Flat-Coated Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Flat-Coated Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare average lifespans.
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Flat-Coated Retriever: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare climate tolerances.
Prefers cold weather
The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Flat-Coated Retriever can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare common health issues between a Samoyed and a Flat-Coated Retriever. Which breed is healthier?
The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever?
Average
The Samoyed should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Flat-Coated Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Diabetes
Pulmonic Stenosis
Cancer

Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Which breed is more energetic: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare activity levels.
Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Samoyed or Flat-Coated Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Samoyed or Flat-Coated Retriever?
Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.

Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare obesity risks.
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Flat-Coated Retriever's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Which eats more: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare daily food needs.
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3-4 cup high-quality commercial dog food (that is formulated for large-breed dogs), divided into two meals.

Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare allergy friendliness.
Yes See more. No See more.
Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Samoyed and Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare breed colors.
Cream
White
Biscuit
Black
Liver
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare maintenance needs.
Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Flat-Coated Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare drooling amounts.
The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Flat-Coated Retriever is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare natural smell levels.

Low 🔽

The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Flat-Coated Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between a Samoyed and a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare fur types.
Dense Thick
Shiny
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare bathing frequencies.
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Samoyed or Flat-Coated Retriever? Do Samoyed dogs shed more than Flat-Coated Retriever dogs?
Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare kid-friendliness.
Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Samoyed or Flat-Coated Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Samoyed or Flat-Coated Retriever?
Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Samoyed or Flat-Coated Retriever? Can a Samoyed and a Flat-Coated Retriever be friends? Do Samoyed dogs get along with Flat-Coated Retriever dogs?
Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever?
Yes
Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Flat-Coated Retriever 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
Flat-Coated Retriever 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.
Flat-Coated Retrievers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare service capabilities.

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare therapy capabilities.

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare scenting abilities.

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
Which is better for search and rescue: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare SAR abilities.

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
Which is better on boats: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare maritime abilities.

Not really

Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Flat-Coated Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: a Samoyed or a Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare draft work capabilities.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military history between Samoyed and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which has stronger military background?

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 Flat-Coated Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Samoyed and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which has larger litters?
4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Samoyed and Flat-Coated Retriever breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Samoyed and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which needs longer recovery?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Samoyed vs Flat-Coated Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Samoyed and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which groups do they belong to?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Samoyed and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which groups are they in?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Samoyed and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which is more widely recognized?
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
Canadian Canine Registry

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