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Name	Samoyed	Shetland Sheepdog	Bearded Collie
Origins	Russia	Scotland	Scotland
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Group	Sled Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	57	24	125
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya	Dwarf Scotch Shepherd Sheltie Shetland Collie Toonie Dog Miniature Collie	Argle Bargle Beardie Mountain Collie Highland Collie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog or Bearded Collie? Which is the smallest dog, Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog or Bearded Collie?	Medium	Medium	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog or Shetland Sheepdog? Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie weight comparison:	Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg)	14-27 pounds (6-12 kg)	40-60 pounds (18-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	20.5 pounds (9 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog or Bearded Collie? Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie height comparison:	Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm)	13-16 inches (33-41 cm)	20-22 inches (51-56 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)	14.5 inches (37 cm)	21 inches (53.5 cm)

Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog or Bearded Collie? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1500	$800-$1000	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog or Bearded Collie?	Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shetland Sheepdog is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Bearded Collie is easier than average to get.

Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie intelligence:	Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Shetland Sheepdog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Bearded Collie dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie trainability comparison.	Samoyed dogs are easy to train. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog or Bearded Collie?	Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog or Bearded Collie? 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.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog or Bearded Collie? Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable	Playful Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle	Active Alert Intelligent Confident Lively Assertive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Shetland Sheepdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie?	High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Shetland Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bearded Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie social needs comparison:	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bearded Collie 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.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Bearded Collie 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? Which can be better for hunting?	Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog 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.	Bearded Collie 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 Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie playfulness comparison:	Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Shetland Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Bearded Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie?	Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Shetland Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Bearded Collie is a vocal 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 Shetland Sheepdog or Bearded Collie?	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 Shetland Sheepdog breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Bearded Collie breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie 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.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bearded Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog or Bearded Collie?	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.	Shetland Sheepdog 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.	Bearded Collie 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 Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog or Bearded Collie?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shetland Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bearded Collie 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 Shetland Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bearded Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie mouthiness comparison:	Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie?	The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shetland Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Bearded Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Heart Problems Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Collie Eye Anomaly Haemophilia Trichiasis	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Arthritis Addison's Disease Eye Diseases
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 Shetland Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Bearded Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Samoyed, Shetland Sheepdog and Bearded Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Shetland Sheepdog: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Bearded Collie: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie?	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 Shetland Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bearded Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog or Bearded Collie?	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.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie 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 Shetland Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bearded Collie's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Feathered
Colors What are the original Samoyed, Shetland Sheepdog and Bearded Collie color?	Cream White Biscuit	Black Tan Blue White Sable Merle	Black Blue Brown Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog or Bearded Collie? Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie 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.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog or Bearded Collie? Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:	Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog or Bearded Collie?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No 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 Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie?	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shetland Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Bearded Collie 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. See more.	The Shetland Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bearded Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Bearded Collie dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog or Bearded Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are 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 Shetland Sheepdog or Bearded Collie?	Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog or Bearded Collie?	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog or Bearded Collie?	Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie?	Yes Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bearded Collie 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 Shetland Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bearded Collie 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.	Shetland Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bearded Collies are usually recommended for elderly people.

Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie 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.	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 Shetland Sheepdog or Bearded Collie? 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.	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.	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.	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 Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie?	Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shetland Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bearded Collie 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.	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 Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie 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 Shetland Sheepdog and Bearded Collie have?	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-12 puppies
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Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie 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 1911 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1976 as a Herding 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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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	No data available

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