Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika Comparison – Which dog is better Bjelkier or Laika?

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Name	Samoyed	Russo-European Laika
Origins	Russia	Russia
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Group	Sled Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya	Laika Russko-Evropeiskaya Laika
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Samoyed or Russo-European Laika? Is the Samoyed bigger than the Russo-European Laika breed? Is a Samoyed smaller than a Russo-European Laika?	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Samoyed or Russo-European Laika? Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika weight comparison:	Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg)	Male: 15-35 pounds (7-16 kg), Female: 13-33 pounds (6-15 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 25 pounds (11.5 kg), Female: 23 pounds (10.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Samoyed or Russo-European Laika? Is a Samoyed taller than a Russo-European Laika?	Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 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 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Samoyed or Russo-European Laika? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Samoyed and Russo-European Laika?	$1200-$1500	Unknown
Availability Which is easier to get, Samoyed or Russo-European Laika?	Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Samoyed or Russo-European Laika smarter? Which is best? Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika intelligence:	Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Russo-European Laika is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika trainability comparison. What's the difference between Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika?	Samoyed dogs are easy to train. See more.	Russo-European Laika dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Samoyed or Russo-European Laika?	Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Russo-European Laika dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Samoyed or Russo-European Laika? 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.	Russo-European Laika dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Samoyed or Russo-European Laika? Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable	Stubborn Independent Agile Alert Intelligent Affectionate Territorial Bold Cheerful Resourceful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika?	Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Russo-European Laika dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika?	High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Russo-European Laika dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika social needs comparison:	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.	Russo-European Laika dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika?	The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Russo-European Laika dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika? Which can be better for hunting?	Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Russo-European Laika dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika playfulness comparison:	Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Russo-European Laika is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika?	Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Russo-European Laika is a particularly loud breed. 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 Russo-European Laika?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Samoyed indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Russo-European Laika breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Russo-European Laika dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Samoyed or Russo-European Laika?	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.	Russo-European Laika dogs handle alone time quite well.

Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Samoyed or Russo-European Laika?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Russo-European Laika bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Samoyed more dangerous than a Russo-European Laika?	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Russo-European Laika has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika mouthiness comparison:	Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Russo-European Laika dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika health comparison. Which is the healthier: Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika?	The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika?	Average The Samoyed should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Russo-European Laika should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika lifespan comparison. How long do Samoyed and Russo-European Laika breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Samoyed and Russo-European Laika?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Russo-European Laika: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika?	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 cold weather conditions The Russo-European Laika can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Samoyed or Russo-European Laika? Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika energy level comparison:	Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.	Russo-European Laika dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Samoyed or Russo-European Laika? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Russo-European Laika dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Samoyed or Russo-European Laika?	Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.	Russo-European Laika dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Samoyed or Russo-European Laika? Does the Samoyed breed eat more than the Russo-European Laika breed?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 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 Russo-European Laika 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: The Russo-European Laika has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Thick Double
Colors What are the original Samoyed and Russo-European Laika color? Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika color comparison:	Cream White Biscuit	Black White Grey Pepper Salt Dark & White Patches
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Samoyed or Russo-European Laika? Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Russo-European Laika requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Samoyed or Russo-European Laika? Do Samoyed dogs shed more than Russo-European Laika dogs?	Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Russo-European Laika 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 Russo-European Laika?	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.
Hypoallergenic Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	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 or Russo-European Laika?	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Russo-European Laika has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika?	The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Russo-European Laika is an average drooler. See more.

Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets.	Russo-European Laika dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Samoyed or Russo-European Laika? Which dog is more friendly?	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Russo-European Laika dogs are not 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 Russo-European Laika?	Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Russo-European Laika dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Samoyed or Russo-European Laika?	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Russo-European Laika dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Samoyed or Russo-European Laika? Can a Samoyed and a Russo-European Laika be friends? Do Samoyed dogs get along with Russo-European Laika dogs?	Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Russo-European Laika dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika?	Yes Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Russo-European Laika 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 Russo-European Laika 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.	Russo-European Laikas are not recommended for elderly people.

Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Samoyed or Russo-European Laika? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika?	Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Russo-European Laika breed usually doesn't like 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.
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.

Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Samoyed and Russo-European Laika have? Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika litter size comparison:	4-6 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Samoyed vs Russo-European Laika Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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