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Samoyed vs Rough Collie vs Morkie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bjelkier or English Collie or Morkshire Terrier? Find the right dog for you

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Name Samoyed Rough Collie Morkie
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie breeds.
Bjelkier
Nenetskaya Laika
Sammy
Samoiedskaya Sobaka
Smiley
Samoyedskaya
English Collie
Lassie Dog
Long-Haired Collie
Scottish Collie
Collie
Morkshire Terrier
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Samoyed vs Rough Collie vs Morkie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg) Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) 7-13 pounds (3-6 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: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) 10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Samoyed or Rough Collie or Morkie? Samoyed vs Rough Collie vs Morkie height comparison:
Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm) Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm) 5-9 inches (13-23 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 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) 7 inches (18 cm)

Samoyed vs Rough Collie vs Morkie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1200-$1500 $400-$600 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Samoyed or Rough Collie or Morkie?
Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.
Average: The Morkie is a commonly available dog breed.

Samoyed vs Rough Collie vs Morkie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Morkie dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which is easiest to train?
Samoyed dogs are easy to train.
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Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train.
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Morkie dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which breed is most alert?
Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs.
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Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Morkie dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which breed is most protective?
Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Morkie dogs are average defenders.
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Samoyed vs Rough Collie vs Morkie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Sociable
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Elegant
Hard working
Herding
Playful
Funny
Energetic
Lovable
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: Rough Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Morkie dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Samoyed vs Rough Collie vs Morkie?
High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Morkie dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Samoyed vs Rough Collie vs Morkie social needs comparison:
Samoyed dogs are a social breed.
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Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Morkie 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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Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Morkie dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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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Rough Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Morkie 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.
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Samoyed vs Rough Collie vs Morkie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks.
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A lot: Morkie is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Rough Collie is a playful breed.
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The Morkie is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. 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 Rough Collie 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 Morkie indoors.

Samoyed vs Rough Collie vs Morkie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Rough Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Morkie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which uses mouth most during play?
Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Rough Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Morkie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rough Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Morkie bite force: Weak.

Samoyed vs Rough Collie vs Morkie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Morkie: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. 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.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Rough Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Morkie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. 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 Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Morkies are commonly healthy dogs.
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 Rough Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Morkie should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Samoyed vs Rough Collie vs Morkie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Samoyed vs Rough Collie vs Morkie health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Diabetes
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Collie Eye Anomaly
Gray Collie Syndrome
Collapsed Trachea
Dental Problems
Hernia
Reverse Sneezing
Glaucoma

Samoyed vs Rough Collie vs Morkie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which breed is most active?
Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.
Rough Collie dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Morkie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Samoyed vs Rough Collie vs Morkie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Samoyed or Rough Collie or Morkie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Morkie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Samoyed or Rough Collie or Morkie?
Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.
Rough Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Morkie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Samoyed vs Rough Collie vs Morkie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. 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.
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Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Morkie's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which needs most food?
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. 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.

Samoyed vs Rough Collie vs Morkie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. What colors are available?
Cream
White
Biscuit
White
Sable
Merle
Black & White & Tan
Blue & Merle
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
White & Merle
Black
White
Brown
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which requires most maintenance?
Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Morkie requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which drools least?
The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Morkie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Morkie has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Rough
Soft
Thick
Straight
Harsh
Furry
Fluffy
Soft
Luxurious
Long
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Samoyed or Rough Collie or Morkie? Samoyed or Rough Collie or {name3 shedding:
Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders.
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Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders.
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Morkie dogs shed none to minimal.
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Samoyed vs Rough Collie vs Morkie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which is best with kids?
Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Morkie dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets.
Rough Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Morkie dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Samoyed or Rough Collie or Morkie? Which dog is more friendly?
Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Morkie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Samoyed or Rough Collie or Morkie?
Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Morkie dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Samoyed or Rough Collie or Morkie?
Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Morkie dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Samoyed vs Rough Collie vs Morkie?
Yes
Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Rough Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Morkie 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
Rough Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Morkie is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Samoyeds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Morkies are commonly okay with elderly people.

Samoyed vs Rough Collie vs Morkie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. 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, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Morkie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which has most military use?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Samoyed vs Rough Collie vs Morkie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. Which has most puppies?
4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies 3-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. 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, Rough Collie, and Morkie. What's recommended?

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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Samoyed vs Rough Collie vs Morkie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Samoyed, Rough Collie, and Morkie. 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
Not recognized by any clubs.

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