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Name	Samoyed	Rottweiler	Great Dane
Origins	Russia	Germany	Germany
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Group	Sled Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	57	8	14
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane breeds.	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya	Rott Rottie	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Samoyed vs Rottweiler vs Great Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large Giant	Giant
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg)	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Samoyed or Rottweiler or Great Dane? Samoyed vs Rottweiler vs Great Dane height comparison:	Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 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: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

Samoyed vs Rottweiler vs Great Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1200-$1500	$1200-$2000	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Samoyed or Rottweiler or Great Dane?	Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.

Samoyed vs Rottweiler vs Great Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which is easiest to train?	Samoyed dogs are easy to train. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which breed is most alert?	Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which breed is most protective?	Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Samoyed vs Rottweiler vs Great Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane? Compare temperaments.	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved
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: Great Dane 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 Rottweiler vs Great Dane?	High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Samoyed vs Rottweiler vs Great Dane social needs comparison:	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. 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.	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Great Dane 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.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Great Dane 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 Rottweiler vs Great Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Samoyed indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Rottweiler indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.
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Samoyed vs Rottweiler vs Great Dane Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which uses mouth most during play?	Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Samoyed vs Rottweiler vs Great Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. 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 warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. 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 Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
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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 Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Samoyed vs Rottweiler vs Great Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Samoyed vs Rottweiler vs Great Dane health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia

Samoyed vs Rottweiler vs Great Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which breed is most active?	Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Samoyed vs Rottweiler vs Great Dane exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Samoyed or Rottweiler or Great Dane? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.	Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Samoyed or Rottweiler or Great Dane?	Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.	Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Samoyed vs Rottweiler vs Great Dane Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. 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.	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which needs most food?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 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
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Samoyed vs Rottweiler vs Great Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. 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, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. What colors are available?	Cream White Biscuit	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which requires most maintenance?	Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which drools least?	The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Great Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Dense	Dense
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which requires most frequent baths?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Samoyed or Rottweiler or Great Dane? Samoyed or Rottweiler or {name3 shedding:	Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Samoyed vs Rottweiler vs Great Dane Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which is best with kids?	Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets.	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Samoyed or Rottweiler or Great Dane? Which dog is more friendly?	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Samoyed or Rottweiler or Great Dane?	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Samoyed or Rottweiler or Great Dane?	Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Samoyed vs Rottweiler vs Great Dane?	Yes Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Great Dane 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 Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Dane 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.	Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Samoyed vs Rottweiler vs Great Dane As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which has best nose work ability?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. 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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. 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.	Yes 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, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which has most military use?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Samoyed vs Rottweiler vs Great Dane Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	8-12 puppies	10-15 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. 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, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. 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 Rottweiler vs Great Dane Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. How are they classified?	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 1887 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Samoyed, Rottweiler, and Great Dane. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club 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 Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler 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

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