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Compare Samoyed and Keeshond. Which is better: Samoyed or Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound?
Name | Samoyed | Keeshond | Norwegian Elkhound |
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Group | Sled Dogs | Sled Dogs | Hunting Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 57 | 87 | 91 |
Reviews | 16 | 5 | 2 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound breeds. |
Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya |
Chien Loup Deutscher Wolfsspitz Kees Smiling Dutchman Wolfsspitz Dutch Barge Dog Barge Dog |
Gra Norsk Elghund Gray Norwegian Elkhound Harmaa Norjanhirvikoira Norsk Elghund Norwegian Moose Dog Small Grey Elk Dog Elkhound |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Samoyed vs Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which breed is the largest? | Medium | Medium | Large |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg) | 35-45 pounds (15-20 kg) | Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) | 40 pounds (17.5 kg) | Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Samoyed or Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound? Samoyed vs Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound height comparison: | Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm) | Male: 17-19 inches (44-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm) | Male: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 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: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm) | Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm) |
Samoyed vs Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Find price differences between these breeds. | $1200-$1500 | $800-$1000 | $500-$700 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Samoyed or Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound? | Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Keeshond is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Norwegian Elkhound is quite easy to get. |
Samoyed vs Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which breed ranks highest? | Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. | Very smart: Keeshond is an excellent dog breed. | Smart: The Norwegian Elkhound dogs have great intelligence. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which is easiest to train? | Samoyed dogs are easy to train. | Keeshond dogs are quite easy to train. | Norwegian Elkhound dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which breed is most alert? | Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. | Keeshond dogs are good watchdogs. | Norwegian Elkhound dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which breed is most protective? | Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Keeshond dogs are average defenders. | Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average defenders. |
Samoyed vs Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound? Compare temperaments. |
Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable |
Playful Agile Intelligent Obedient Quick Bright Sturdy |
Playful Alert Intelligent Loyal Strong Willed Bold |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. | Sensitive: Keeshond dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Samoyed vs Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound? | High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Keeshond dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Norwegian Elkhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Samoyed vs Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound social needs comparison: | Samoyed dogs are a social breed. | Keeshond dogs are a social breed. | Norwegian Elkhound 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. | Keeshond dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | The wanderlust potential of the Norwegian Elkhound 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. | Keeshond 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. | Norwegian Elkhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. |
Samoyed vs Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which breed is most vocal? | Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. | A lot: Keeshond is a particularly loud breed. | A lot: Norwegian Elkhound is a particularly loud breed. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Keeshonds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Norwegian Elkhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. 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 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 Keeshond indoors. | 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 Norwegian Elkhound indoors. |
Samoyed vs Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which breed is most flexible? | Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Keeshond dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Norwegian Elkhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Samoyed or Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound? | 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. | Keeshond 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 Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Keeshond has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Norwegian Elkhound has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which uses mouth most during play? | Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Keeshond dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Norwegian Elkhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Keeshond bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Norwegian Elkhound bite force: Ordinary. |
Samoyed vs Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which breed lives longest? |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Keeshond: 13 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Norwegian Elkhound: 11 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. 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. | Prefers cold weather The Keeshond can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers cold weather The Norwegian Elkhound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. 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 Keeshond is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Norwegian Elkhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
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 Keeshond should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Norwegian Elkhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Samoyed vs Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Samoyed vs Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis | Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Skin Diseases Kneecap dislocations | No data available |
Samoyed vs Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which breed is most active? | Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs. | Keeshond dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Norwegian Elkhound dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Samoyed vs Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Samoyed or Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Keeshond dogs exercise need is minimal. | Norwegian Elkhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Samoyed or Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound? | Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep. | Keeshond dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Norwegian Elkhound dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Samoyed vs Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. 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. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Keeshond's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Norwegian Elkhound's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which needs most food? | 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. |
Samoyed vs Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. 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, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. What colors are available? | Cream White Biscuit |
Black Gray Cream Silver |
Black Gray White Silver |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which requires most maintenance? | Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. | Advanced: The Keeshond requires a lot of grooming. | Average: The Norwegian Elkhound requires average grooming effort. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which drools least? | The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. | The Keeshond is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Norwegian Elkhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which has least natural smell? | Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Keeshond has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Norwegian Elkhound has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Dense |
Fluffy Dense | Dense |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which requires most frequent baths? | 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. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Samoyed or Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound? Samoyed or Keeshond or {name3 shedding: | Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. | Keeshond dogs are heavy shedders. | Norwegian Elkhound dogs shed above average. |
Samoyed vs Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which is best with kids? | Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Keeshond dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Norwegian Elkhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets. | Keeshond dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Norwegian Elkhound dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Samoyed or Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound? Which dog is more friendly? | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Keeshond dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Samoyed or Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound? | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Keeshond dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Samoyed or Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound? | Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Keeshond dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Samoyed vs Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound? |
Yes Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Keeshond dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Norwegian Elkhound 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 Keeshond is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Norwegian Elkhound 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. | Keeshonds are usually recommended for elderly people. | Norwegian Elkhounds are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Samoyed vs Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which is best suited for service work? | 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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which excels in therapy work? | 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. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which has best nose work ability? | 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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. 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, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Keeshond breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Norwegian Elkhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which is best for draft work? | Not really 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. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. 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. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Samoyed vs Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. Which has most puppies? | 4-6 puppies | 3-8 puppies | 5-10 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. 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, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. What's recommended? | 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. |
Samoyed vs Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Non-Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Hound breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section. | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Samoyed, Keeshond, and Norwegian Elkhound. 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 Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 Pet Registry, Inc. | No data available |
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