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Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bjelkier or Lab or Mally? Find the right dog for you

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Name Samoyed Labrador Retriever Alaskan Malamute
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bjelkier
Nenetskaya Laika
Sammy
Samoiedskaya Sobaka
Smiley
Samoyedskaya
Lab
Labrador
Mally
Mal
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Alaskan Malamute? Which is the smallest dog, Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Alaskan Malamute?
Medium Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute weight comparison:
Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 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) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Alaskan Malamute? Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute height comparison:
Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 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) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)

Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Alaskan Malamute? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1500 $1000-$2000 $1200-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Alaskan Malamute?
Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Alaskan Malamute is quite easy to get.

Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute intelligence:
Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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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 Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute trainability comparison.
Samoyed dogs are easy to train.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Alaskan Malamute?
Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Alaskan Malamute? 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.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Alaskan Malamute? Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Sociable
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Playful
Dignified
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute?
High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute social needs comparison:
Samoyed dogs are a social breed.
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Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed.
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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.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute playfulness comparison:
Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Alaskan Malamute is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute?
Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Alaskan Malamute rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Alaskan Malamute?
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 Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Malamute breed.

Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute 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.
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Alaskan Malamute?
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.
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Alaskan Malamute 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 Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Alaskan Malamute?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Alaskan Malamute bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Alaskan Malamute has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute mouthiness comparison:
Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute health comparison. Which is the healthier: Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute?
The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Alaskan Malamute is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Diabetes
Pulmonic Stenosis
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Chondrodysplasia
Hemeralopia
Inherited Polyneuropathy
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.
Average
The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Alaskan Malamute should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute lifespan comparison. How long do Samoyed, Labrador Retriever and Alaskan Malamute 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 Labrador Retriever: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Alaskan Malamute: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute?
Prefers cold weather
The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers cold weather
The Alaskan Malamute can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Alaskan Malamute? Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute energy level comparison:
Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Alaskan Malamute? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Alaskan Malamute dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Alaskan Malamute?
Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Alaskan Malamute dogs don't need too much sleep.

Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Alaskan Malamute?
2 to 3 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. Recommended daily amount: 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Alaskan Malamute has an average risk for obesity.
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Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute coat comparison:
Dense Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Dense
Rough
Thick
Weather-resistant
Colors
What are the original Samoyed, Labrador Retriever and Alaskan Malamute color?
Cream
White
Biscuit
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Black
Gray
Red
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Alaskan Malamute? Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Alaskan Malamute requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Alaskan Malamute? Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Alaskan Malamute?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute?

Low 🔽

The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Alaskan Malamute 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.
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The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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The Alaskan Malamute is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Alaskan Malamute dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Alaskan Malamute? Which dog is more friendly?
Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Alaskan Malamute?
Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Alaskan Malamute?
Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Alaskan Malamute?
Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute?
Yes
Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Alaskan Malamute 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
Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Alaskan Malamute 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.
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Alaskan Malamutes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute 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.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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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 Labrador Retriever or Alaskan Malamute? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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.

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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute?

Not really

Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Alaskan Malamute breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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 Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Samoyed and Labrador Retriever and Alaskan Malamute have?
4-6 puppies 5-10 puppies 4-10 puppies

Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Alaskan Malamute 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 1917 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers 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
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
Canadian Canine Registry
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.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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