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Name	Samoyed	Komondor	Alaskan Malador
Origins	Russia	Hungary	England United States Canada
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Group	Sled Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador breeds.	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya	Hungarian Komondor Hungarian Sheepdog Mop Dog	Malamute Labrador
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg)	125 pounds (59 kg)	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	125 pounds (59 kg)	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)
Height Which is taller, Samoyed or Komondor or Alaskan Malador? Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador height comparison:	Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm)	25.5 inches (65 cm)	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 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)	25.5 inches (65 cm)	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)

Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1200-$1500	$800-$1200	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Samoyed or Komondor or Alaskan Malador?	Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Komondor is easier than average to get.	Average: The Alaskan Malador is a commonly available dog breed.

Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Alaskan Malador dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which is easiest to train?	Samoyed dogs are easy to train. See more.	Komondor dogs are easy to train. See more.	Alaskan Malador dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which breed is most alert?	Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Komondor dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Alaskan Malador dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which breed is most protective?	Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Komondor dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Alaskan Malador dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador? Compare temperaments.	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable	Independent Affectionate Gentle Steady Fearless Calm	Playful Loving Dignified Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Devoted Gentle Going Social Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Alaskan Malador dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador?	High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Komondor dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Alaskan Malador dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador social needs comparison:	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.	Komondor dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Alaskan Malador dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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.	The wanderlust potential of the Komondor is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Alaskan Malador is strong enough to escape from home. 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.	Komondor dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Alaskan Malador 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 Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Komondor is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Malador barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Komondors, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Alaskan Malador is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. 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 Komondor breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Alaskan Malador breed in the home.
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Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which breed is most flexible?	Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Komondor dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Alaskan Malador dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Samoyed or Komondor or Alaskan Malador?	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.	Alaskan Malador dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Komondor has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Alaskan Malador has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which uses mouth most during play?	Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Komondor dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Alaskan Malador dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Komondor bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alaskan Malador bite force: Ordinary.
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Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Komondor: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Malador: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. 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 Komondor can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Malador can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. 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 Komondor is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Alaskan Malador 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 Komondor should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Alaskan Malador 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 Komondor vs Alaskan Malador? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Chondrodysplasia Hemeralopia Inherited Polyneuropathy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy

Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which breed is most active?	Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.	Komondor dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Alaskan Malador dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Samoyed or Komondor or Alaskan Malador? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Komondor dogs have an average exercise need.	Alaskan Malador dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Samoyed or Komondor or Alaskan Malador?	Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.	Komondor dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Alaskan Malador dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. 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 Komondor has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Alaskan Malador's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which needs most food?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. 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, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. What colors are available?	Cream White Biscuit	White Ivory	Black Gray Red White Yellow Chocolate
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which requires most maintenance?	Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Komondor requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Alaskan Malador doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which drools least?	The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Komondor is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Alaskan Malador is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Komondor has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Alaskan Malador has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Dense Wavy Thick Shaggy Corded Coarser Topcoat Finer Undercoat	Dense Rough Waterproof Thick Weather-resistant Hard Short
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. 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 Komondor or Alaskan Malador? Samoyed or Komondor or {name3 shedding:	Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Komondor dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Alaskan Malador dogs shed above average. See more.
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Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which is best with kids?	Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Komondor dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Malador dogs are very 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.	Komondor dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Alaskan Malador dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Samoyed or Komondor or Alaskan Malador? Which dog is more friendly?	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Komondor dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Alaskan Malador dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Samoyed or Komondor or Alaskan Malador?	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Komondor dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Malador dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Samoyed or Komondor or Alaskan Malador?	Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Komondor dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Malador dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador?	Yes Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Komondor dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Alaskan Malador 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 Komondor is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Alaskan Malador 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.	Komondors are usually recommended for elderly people.	Alaskan Maladors are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which excels in therapy work?	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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Komondor breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Alaskan Malador breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. 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.	Yes 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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. 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 Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	3-10 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. 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, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. 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 Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. 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, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. 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	No data available	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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