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Compare Samoyed and Shiba Inu. Which is better: Samoyed or Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever?
Name | Samoyed | Shiba Inu | Golden Retriever |
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Group | Sled Dogs | Companion Dogs | Gun Dog |
Popularity Rank | 57 | 45 | 3 |
Reviews | 16 | 9 | 16 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever breeds. |
Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya |
Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog |
Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Samoyed vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is the largest? | Medium | Medium | Large |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg) | Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg) | Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), 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: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg) | Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Samoyed or Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever? Samoyed vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever height comparison: | Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm) | Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) | Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 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) | Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) | Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) |
Samoyed vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Find price differences between these breeds. | $1200-$1500 | $800-$1000 | $1000-$2000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Samoyed or Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever? | Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get. |
Samoyed vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which breed ranks highest? | Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which is easiest to train? | Samoyed dogs are easy to train. | A slightly harder to train than average. | Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most alert? | Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. | Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. | Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most protective? | Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. |
Samoyed vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever? Compare temperaments. |
Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable |
Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming |
Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. | Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Samoyed vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever? | High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. | High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Samoyed vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison: | Samoyed dogs are a social breed. | Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. | Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
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. | The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. | Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. |
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. | Shiba Inu 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. | Golden Retriever 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. |
Samoyed vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most vocal? | Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. | Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. | Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. 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. | Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed. | It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home. |
Samoyed vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most flexible? | Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Samoyed or Shiba Inu or Golden 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. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Samoyed vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody. | Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which uses mouth most during play? | Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary. |
Samoyed vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which breed lives longest? |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. 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. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. 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 Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Golden Retrievers 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 Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Rare The Golden Retriever 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 Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Samoyed vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis |
Samoyed vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most active? | Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs. | Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Samoyed vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Samoyed or Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need. | Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Samoyed or Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever? | Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep. | Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Samoyed vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. 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. | Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. | High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which needs most food? | 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Samoyed vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. 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, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. What colors are available? | Cream White Biscuit |
Black Tan Red Cream Sesame | Golden Light |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which requires most maintenance? | Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. | Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which drools least? | The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. | The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which has least natural smell? | Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Dense | Dense |
Silky Wavy Shiny Straight |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which requires most frequent baths? | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Samoyed or Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever? Samoyed or Shiba Inu or {name3 shedding: | Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. | Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. | Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. |
Samoyed vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which is best with kids? | Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children. | Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets. | Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. | Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Samoyed or Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly? | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Samoyed or Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever? | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Samoyed or Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever? | Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Samoyed vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever? |
Yes Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
Yes Golden 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 Shiba Inu is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Yes Golden Retriever 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. | Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people. | Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Samoyed vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. 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. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. 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. | Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. 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 Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which has most puppies? | 4-6 puppies | 2-4 puppies | 5-10 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. 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, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Samoyed vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section. | Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Samoyed, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. 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 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 |
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 |
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