Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees Comparison – Which dog is better Bjelkier or Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées?

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Name	Samoyed	Great Pyrenees
Origins	Russia	Spain France
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Group	Sled Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya	Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées Chien Des Pyrénées Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus Montañés Del Pirineo Patou Great Pyrenees
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Samoyed or Great Pyrenees? Is the Samoyed bigger than the Great Pyrenees breed? Is a Samoyed smaller than a Great Pyrenees?	Medium	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Samoyed or Great Pyrenees? Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees weight comparison:	Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Height Which is taller, Samoyed or Great Pyrenees? Is a Samoyed taller than a Great Pyrenees?	Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm)	Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 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: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)

Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Samoyed or Great Pyrenees? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Samoyed and Great Pyrenees?	$1200-$1500	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Samoyed or Great Pyrenees?	Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.

Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Samoyed or Great Pyrenees smarter? Which is best? Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees 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.
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Trainability Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees trainability comparison. What's the difference between Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees?	Samoyed dogs are easy to train. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Samoyed or Great Pyrenees?	Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Samoyed or Great Pyrenees? 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.	Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Samoyed or Great Pyrenees? Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable	Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees?	Samoyed dogs are less 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 Great Pyrenees?	High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees social needs comparison:	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees?	The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees? Which can be better for hunting?	Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees playfulness comparison:	Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees?	Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed. 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 Great Pyrenees?	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 Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees 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.	Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Samoyed or Great Pyrenees?	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.	Great Pyrenees 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.

Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Samoyed or Great Pyrenees?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Samoyed more dangerous than a Great Pyrenees?	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees mouthiness comparison:	Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees health comparison. Which is the healthier: Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees?	The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees?	Average The Samoyed should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees lifespan comparison. How long do Samoyed and Great Pyrenees breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Samoyed and Great Pyrenees?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees?	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 Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Samoyed or Great Pyrenees? Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees energy level comparison:	Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Samoyed or Great Pyrenees? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Samoyed or Great Pyrenees?	Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.	Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Samoyed or Great Pyrenees? Does the Samoyed breed eat more than the Great Pyrenees breed?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 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? Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees 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 Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Double
Colors What are the original Samoyed and Great Pyrenees color? Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees color comparison:	Cream White Biscuit	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Samoyed or Great Pyrenees? Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Samoyed or Great Pyrenees? Do Samoyed dogs shed more than Great Pyrenees dogs?	Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Samoyed or Great Pyrenees?	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.
Hypoallergenic Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Samoyed or Great Pyrenees?	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees?	The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees Good With Comparison

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

Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Samoyed or Great Pyrenees? Which is better for autism?	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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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees?	Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like 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.	Yes 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.

Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Samoyed and Great Pyrenees have? Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees litter size comparison:	4-6 puppies	6-9 puppies
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Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees 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 1933 as a Working breed.
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.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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	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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