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Compare Samoyed and Great Pyrenees. Which is better: Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Whippet?
Name | Samoyed | Great Pyrenees | Whippet |
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Origins | Russia | Spain France | England |
Group | Sled Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Hunting Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 57 | 66 | 61 |
Reviews | 15 | 3 | 2 |
User Ratings |
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 |
Snap Dog English Whippet |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Whippet? Which is the smallest dog, Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Whippet? | Medium | Giant | Medium |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Great Pyrenees? Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet 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) | 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 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) | 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Whippet? Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet height comparison: | 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) | Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 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) | Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) |
Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Whippet? Which is more expensive? | $1200-$1500 | $500-$600 | $800-$1200 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Whippet? | Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get. |
Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet intelligence: | Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
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Trainability
Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet trainability comparison. | Samoyed dogs are easy to train. | Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. | Whippet dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Whippet? | Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. | Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Whippet?
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. | Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory. | Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. |
Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Whippet? Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet behavior/temperament comparison: |
Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable |
Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless |
Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet? | High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. |
Social Needs
Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet social needs comparison: | Samoyed dogs are a social breed. | Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. | Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. |
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. | Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. |
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. | Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet playfulness comparison: | Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. | Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet? | Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. | Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed. | Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Whippet? | 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. | Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed. |
Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet 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. | Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Whippet? | 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. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. |
Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Whippet? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary. | Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Whippet bite force: Ordinary. |
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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 Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet mouthiness comparison: | Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet health comparison. Which is the healthier: Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet? | 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. | The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
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Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet 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 |
Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease |
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. |
Rare The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Average The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet lifespan comparison. How long do Samoyed, Great Pyrenees and Whippet breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet? | Prefers cold weather The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers cold weather The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. |
Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Whippet?
Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet energy level comparison: | Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs. | Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Whippet? 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. | Whippet dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Whippet? | Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep. | Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep. | Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Whippet? | 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 | 1 to 2 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 vs Whippet weight gain potential comparison: | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. |
Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet coat comparison: | Dense |
Dense Double |
Fine Short Close in texture |
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Colors
What are the original Samoyed, Great Pyrenees and Whippet color? | Cream White Biscuit | White |
Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Whippet? Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet grooming comparison: | Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. | Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. | Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Whippet? Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or {name3 shedding: | Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. | Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. | Whippet dogs are low shedders. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Whippet? | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
Hypoallergenic
Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | Yes See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet? | Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Whippet 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. | The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. | The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet 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. | Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Whippet? Which dog is more friendly? | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Whippet? | Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Whippet? | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Whippet? | Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet? |
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. |
Yes Whippet 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. |
No Whippet 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. | Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet 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. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Samoyed or Great Pyrenees or Whippet? Which is better for autism? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
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 Great Pyrenees vs Whippet? | Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
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. | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
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 Great Pyrenees vs Whippet Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Samoyed and Great Pyrenees and Whippet have? | 4-6 puppies | 6-9 puppies | 4-8 puppies |
Samoyed vs Great Pyrenees vs Whippet 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. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed. |
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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. | Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds 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 |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale 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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