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Name	Scottish Terrier	Whippet	Samoyed
Origins	Scotland	England	Russia
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Sled Dogs
Popularity Rank	58	61	57
Reviews	2	2	15
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Aberdeenie Scottie	Snap Dog English Whippet	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Scottish Terrier or Whippet or Samoyed? Which is the smallest dog, Scottish Terrier or Whippet or Samoyed?	Small	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Scottish Terrier or Whippet or Whippet? Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed weight comparison:	19-23 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	21 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Scottish Terrier or Whippet or Samoyed? Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed height comparison:	10-11 inches (25-28 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)	Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm)

Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Scottish Terrier or Whippet or Samoyed? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$800-$1200	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Scottish Terrier or Whippet or Samoyed?	Very frequent: The Scottish Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.

Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed trainability comparison.	Scottish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.	Samoyed dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Scottish Terrier or Whippet or Samoyed?	Scottish Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Scottish Terrier or Whippet or Samoyed? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Scottish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Scottish Terrier or Whippet or Samoyed? Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Independent Alert Quick Selfish	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed?	Average to High: Scottish Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed social needs comparison:	Scottish Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Scottish Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Scottish Terrier 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.	Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed playfulness comparison:	Average: Scottish Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed?	Low: The Scottish Terrier barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Scottish Terrier or Whippet or Samoyed?	Very house-friendly dog the Scottish Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Whippet 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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Scottish Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Scottish Terrier or Whippet or Samoyed?	Scottish Terrier 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.	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.

Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Scottish Terrier or Whippet or Samoyed?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Scottish Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Whippet bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed 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 Scottish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed mouthiness comparison:	Scottish Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed health comparison. Which is the healthier: Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed?	Scottish Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Whippet 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed health problems comparison:	Patellar Luxation Von Willebrand's Disease Craniomandibular Osteopathy Scottie Cramp	Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Scottish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Whippet 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.
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Life Expectancy Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed lifespan comparison. How long do Scottish Terrier, Whippet and Samoyed breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Scottish Terrier: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Scottish Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Scottish Terrier or Whippet or Samoyed?	Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	1 to 2 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Scottish Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed coat comparison:	Wiry	Fine Short Close in texture	Dense
Colors What are the original Scottish Terrier, Whippet and Samoyed color?	Black Red Silver Brindle Wheaten	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn	Cream White Biscuit
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Scottish Terrier or Whippet or Samoyed? Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed grooming comparison:	Average: The Scottish Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Scottish Terrier or Whippet or Samoyed? Scottish Terrier or Whippet or {name3 shedding:	Scottish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.	Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Scottish Terrier or Whippet or Samoyed?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed?	Medium ⏺ The Scottish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Scottish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Scottish Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Scottish Terrier or Whippet or Samoyed? Which dog is more friendly?	Scottish Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Scottish Terrier or Whippet or Samoyed?	Scottish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Scottish Terrier or Whippet or Samoyed?	Scottish Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Scottish Terrier or Whippet or Samoyed?	Scottish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed?	Yes Scottish Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Scottish Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Samoyed is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Scottish Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.	Samoyeds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed 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: Scottish Terrier or Whippet or Samoyed? 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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: Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed?	Not really Scottish Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Samoyed 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.

Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed 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 Scottish Terrier and Whippet and Samoyed have?	2-5 puppies	4-8 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Scottish Terrier vs Whippet vs Samoyed Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge 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 Canadian Canine Registry Club Espanol De Terriers	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale 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	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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