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Compare Samoyed and Kuvasz. Which is better: Samoyed or Kuvasz or Siberian Husky?
Name | Samoyed | Kuvasz | Siberian Husky |
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Origins | Russia | Hungary | Russia |
Group | Sled Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Sled Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 57 | 157 | 12 |
Reviews | 15 | 3 | 7 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya | Hungarian Kuvasz |
Chuksha Husky Icee Sibe Chukcha |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Samoyed or Kuvasz or Siberian Husky? Which is the smallest dog, Samoyed or Kuvasz or Siberian Husky? | Medium | Giant | Medium |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Samoyed or Kuvasz or Kuvasz? Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky weight comparison: | Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg) | Male: 106-137 pounds (48-62 kg), Female: 82-110 pounds (37-50 kg) | Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) | Male: 121 pounds (40 kg), Female: 96 pounds (48,5 kg) | Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Samoyed or Kuvasz or Siberian Husky? Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky height comparison: | Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm) | Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm) | Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 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 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm) | Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm) |
Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Samoyed or Kuvasz or Siberian Husky? Which is more expensive? | $1200-$1500 | $500-$1200 | $700-$1200 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Samoyed or Kuvasz or Siberian Husky? | Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get. | Frequent: The Kuvasz is easier than average to get. | Very frequent: The Siberian Husky is quite easy to get. |
Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky 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 Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky trainability comparison. | Samoyed dogs are easy to train. | A slightly harder to train than average. | Siberian Husky dogs are hard to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Samoyed or Kuvasz or Siberian Husky? | Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. | Kuvasz dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Siberian Husky dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Samoyed or Kuvasz or Siberian Husky?
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. | Kuvasz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Siberian Husky dogs can't provide protection for their territory. |
Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Samoyed or Kuvasz or Siberian Husky? Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky behavior/temperament comparison: |
Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable |
Independent Clownish Protective Intelligent Patient Loyal Fearless Faithful Brave Dependable Self-Confident |
Alert Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Gentle |
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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: Kuvasz 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 Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky? | High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average: Kuvasz dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | High: Siberian Husky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky social needs comparison: | Samoyed dogs are a social breed. | Kuvasz dogs need for social interaction is average. | Siberian Husky 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. | Kuvasz dogs have average wanderlust potential. | Siberian Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. |
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. | Their prey drive is low. | Siberian Husky 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. |
Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky playfulness comparison: | Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Kuvaszs, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Siberian Husky is a playful breed. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky? | Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. | Average: The Kuvasz barks occasionally. | Average: The Siberian Husky barks occasionally. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Samoyed or Kuvasz or Siberian Husky? | 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 Kuvasz breed. | It is not recommended to keep the Siberian Husky breed in the home. |
Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky 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. | Average: Kuvasz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Siberian Husky 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 Kuvasz or Siberian Husky? | 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. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. |
Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Samoyed or Kuvasz or Siberian Husky? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary. | Above 400 PSI 🔼 Kuvasz bite force: The Strongest. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Siberian Husky 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 Kuvasz has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Siberian Husky has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky mouthiness comparison: | Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Kuvasz dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Siberian Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky health comparison. Which is the healthier: Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky? | The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Kuvaszs are commonly healthy dogs. | The Siberian Husky 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 Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis | Hip Dysplasia Bloat Eye Diseases Thyroid Disorder Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Osteochondrosis |
Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Corneal Dystrophy |
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 Kuvasz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Average The Siberian Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky lifespan comparison. How long do Samoyed, Kuvasz and Siberian Husky 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 Kuvasz: 11 years |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Siberian Husky: 13 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky? | Prefers cold weather The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers cold weather The Siberian Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. |
Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Samoyed or Kuvasz or Siberian Husky?
Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky energy level comparison: | Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs. | Kuvasz dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Siberian Husky dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Samoyed or Kuvasz or Siberian Husky? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Kuvasz dogs need a lot of exercises. | Siberian Husky dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Samoyed or Kuvasz or Siberian Husky? | Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep. | Kuvasz dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Siberian Husky dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Samoyed or Kuvasz or Siberian Husky? | 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 | Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 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 Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky 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 Kuvasz's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Low to Average: The Siberian Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. |
Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky coat comparison: | Dense |
Dense Wavy Double Coarser Topcoat Moderately Harsh Slightly Stiff Finer Downy Undercoat | Fluffy |
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Colors
What are the original Samoyed, Kuvasz and Siberian Husky color? | Cream White Biscuit | White |
Black Gray Red White Sable Agouti |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Samoyed or Kuvasz or Siberian Husky? Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky grooming comparison: | Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. | Effortless: The Kuvasz requires minimal grooming. | Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Samoyed or Kuvasz or Siberian Husky? Samoyed or Kuvasz or {name3 shedding: | Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. | Kuvasz dogs shed above average. | Siberian Husky dogs shed above average. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Samoyed or Kuvasz or Siberian Husky? | 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. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Hypoallergenic
Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky 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 Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky? | Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Kuvasz has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Siberian Husky 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 Kuvasz is an average drooler. | The Siberian Husky is an average drooler. |
Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets. | Kuvasz dogs are generally with other pets. | Siberian Husky 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 Kuvasz or Siberian Husky? Which dog is more friendly? | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Kuvasz dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Siberian Husky dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Samoyed or Kuvasz or Siberian Husky? | Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Kuvasz dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Siberian Husky dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Samoyed or Kuvasz or Siberian Husky? | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Kuvasz dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Siberian Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Samoyed or Kuvasz or Siberian Husky? | Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Kuvasz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Siberian Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky? |
Yes Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
No Kuvasz dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
No Siberian Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Samoyed is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Kuvasz is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Siberian Husky 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. | Kuvaszs are usually recommended for elderly people. | Siberian Huskys are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky 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 Kuvasz or Siberian Husky? 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 Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky? | Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Kuvasz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Siberian Husky 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. | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. |
Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky 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 Kuvasz and Siberian Husky have? | 4-6 puppies | 8-12 puppies | 4-8 puppies |
Samoyed vs Kuvasz vs Siberian Husky 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 1931 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working 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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs 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 | No data available |
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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