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Name	Samoyed	Poodle	Labrador Retriever
Origins	Russia	Germany France	England Canada
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Group	Sled Dogs	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Lab Labrador
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Samoyed or Poodle or Labrador Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Samoyed or Poodle or Labrador Retriever?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Samoyed or Poodle or Poodle? Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:	Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Samoyed or Poodle or Labrador Retriever? Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:	Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 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)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

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

Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever intelligence:	Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever trainability comparison.	Samoyed dogs are easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Samoyed or Poodle or Labrador Retriever?	Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Samoyed or Poodle or Labrador Retriever? 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. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Samoyed or Poodle or Labrador Retriever? Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal 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: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever?	High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labrador Retriever 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.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever playfulness comparison:	Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever?	Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Samoyed or Poodle or Labrador Retriever?	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.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

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

Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Samoyed or Poodle or Labrador Retriever?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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 Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever mouthiness comparison:	Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever?	The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Poodle 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy
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 Poodle 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Samoyed, Poodle and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever?	Prefers cold weather The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Samoyed or Poodle or Labrador Retriever? Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever energy level comparison:	Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Samoyed or Poodle or Labrador Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Samoyed or Poodle or Labrador Retriever?	Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Samoyed or Poodle or Labrador Retriever?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever coat comparison:	Dense	Curly	Dense Waterproof Hard Short
Colors What are the original Samoyed, Poodle and Labrador Retriever color?	Cream White Biscuit	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Yellow Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Samoyed or Poodle or Labrador Retriever? Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Samoyed or Poodle or Labrador Retriever? Samoyed or Poodle or {name3 shedding:	Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Samoyed or Poodle or Labrador Retriever?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever?	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high 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. See more.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.

Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Samoyed or Poodle or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Samoyed or Poodle or Labrador Retriever?	Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Samoyed or Poodle or Labrador Retriever?	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Samoyed or Poodle or Labrador Retriever?	Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever?	Yes Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Poodle 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Samoyed is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Labrador Retriever 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.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever 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. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Samoyed or Poodle or Labrador Retriever? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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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.	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 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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever?	Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really 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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Samoyed and Poodle and Labrador Retriever have?	4-6 puppies	2-4 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Samoyed vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever 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 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting 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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers 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. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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