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Compare Shiba Inu and Samoyed. Which is better: Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Pharaoh Hound?
Name | Shiba Inu | Samoyed | Pharaoh Hound |
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Origins | Japan | Russia | Malta |
Group | Companion Dogs | Sled Dogs | Hunting Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 45 | 57 | 174 |
Reviews | 8 | 15 | 0 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog |
Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya |
Pharaoh Kelb Tal-Fenek |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Pharaoh Hound? Which is the smallest dog, Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Pharaoh Hound? | Medium | Medium | Medium |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Samoyed? Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound weight comparison: | Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg) | Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg) | 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg) | Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) | 50 pounds (22.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Pharaoh Hound? Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound height comparison: | Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) | Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm) | Male: 23-25 inches (59-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) | Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm) | Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) |
Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Pharaoh Hound? Which is more expensive? | $800-$1000 | $1200-$1500 | $1800-$2000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Pharaoh Hound? | Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get. | Frequent: The Pharaoh Hound is easier than average to get. |
Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound intelligence: | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. | Smart: The Pharaoh Hound dogs have great intelligence. |
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Trainability
Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound trainability comparison. | A slightly harder to train than average. | Samoyed dogs are easy to train. | Pharaoh Hound dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Pharaoh Hound? | Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. | Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. | Pharaoh Hound dogs are not the best watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Pharaoh Hound?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Pharaoh Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. |
Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Pharaoh Hound? Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound behavior/temperament comparison: |
Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming |
Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable |
Active Playful Intelligent Affectionate Sociable Trainable |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. | Sensitive: Pharaoh Hound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound? | Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. | High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average to High: Pharaoh Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. |
Social Needs
Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound social needs comparison: | Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. | Samoyed dogs are a social breed. | Pharaoh Hound dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. | The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home. | The wanderlust potential of the Pharaoh Hound is strong enough to escape from home. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | 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. | Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Pharaoh Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound playfulness comparison: | Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Pharaoh Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound? | Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. | Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. | Low to Average: The Pharaoh Hound rarely barks. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Pharaoh Hound? | Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed. | 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 Pharaoh Hound indoors. |
Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Pharaoh Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Pharaoh Hound? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | 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. | Pharaoh Hound 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. |
Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Pharaoh Hound? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Pharaoh Hound bite force: Ordinary. |
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Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Low 🔽 The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Pharaoh Hound has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound mouthiness comparison: | Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Pharaoh Hound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound? | The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Pharaoh Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues. |
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Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax | Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis | No data available |
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Samoyed should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Frequent The Pharaoh Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Life Expectancy
Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Shiba Inu, Samoyed and Pharaoh Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Pharaoh Hound: 13 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound? | 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. | Prefers cold weather The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. |
Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Pharaoh Hound?
Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound energy level comparison: | Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs. | Pharaoh Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Pharaoh Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need. | Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Pharaoh Hound dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Pharaoh Hound? | Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep. | Pharaoh Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. |
Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Pharaoh Hound? | Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 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. | 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound weight gain potential comparison: | Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average: The Pharaoh Hound has an average risk for obesity. |
Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound coat comparison: | Dense | Dense | Shiny |
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Colors
What are the original Shiba Inu, Samoyed and Pharaoh Hound color? |
Black Tan Red Cream Sesame | Cream White Biscuit |
Tan Red White Golden Chestnut |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Pharaoh Hound? Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound grooming comparison: | Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. | Effortless: The Pharaoh Hound requires minimal grooming. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Pharaoh Hound? Shiba Inu or Samoyed or {name3 shedding: | Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. | Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. | Pharaoh Hound dogs shed none to minimal. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Pharaoh Hound? | 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. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Hypoallergenic
Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | No See more. | Yes See more. | No See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound? | Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Pharaoh Hound has an average chance of bad smell. |
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. | The Pharaoh Hound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. | Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets. | Pharaoh Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Pharaoh Hound? Which dog is more friendly? | Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Pharaoh Hound dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Pharaoh Hound? | Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children. | Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Pharaoh Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Pharaoh Hound? | Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Pharaoh Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Pharaoh Hound? | Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Pharaoh Hound dogs are dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound? |
No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
Yes Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Pharaoh Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Shiba Inu is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Samoyed is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Pharaoh Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people. | Samoyeds are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Pharaoh Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound 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. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Shiba Inu or Samoyed or Pharaoh Hound? Which is better for autism? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
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: Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound? | Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Pharaoh Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
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. | 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. |
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. |
Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | 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. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Shiba Inu and Samoyed and Pharaoh Hound have? | 2-4 puppies | 4-6 puppies | 6-8 puppies |
Shiba Inu vs Samoyed vs Pharaoh Hound Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed. |
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FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section. | 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 Primitive type section. |
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds? |
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 | No data available |
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