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Name	Keeshond	Samoyed	Eurasier
Origins	Germany Netherlands	Russia	Germany
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Group	Sled Dogs	Sled Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chien Loup Deutscher Wolfsspitz Kees Smiling Dutchman Wolfsspitz Dutch Barge Dog Barge Dog	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya	Eurasian Dog Eurasian Spitz Eurasian
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Keeshond or Samoyed or Eurasier? Which is the smallest dog, Keeshond or Samoyed or Eurasier?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Keeshond or Samoyed or Samoyed? Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier weight comparison:	35-45 pounds (15-20 kg)	Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg)	Male: 50-70 pounds (23-32 kg), Female: 40-60 pounds (18-26 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	40 pounds (17.5 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 60 pounds (27.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22 kg)
Height Which is taller, Keeshond or Samoyed or Eurasier? Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier height comparison:	Male: 17-19 inches (44-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)	Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm)	Male: 20-24 inches (52-60 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (48-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm)	Male: 22 inches (56 cm), Female: 17 inches (52 cm)

Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Keeshond or Samoyed or Eurasier? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$1200-$1500	$2000-$2500
Availability Which is easier to get, Keeshond or Samoyed or Eurasier?	Very frequent: The Keeshond is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Keeshond or Samoyed or Eurasier? Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Agile Intelligent Obedient Quick Bright Sturdy	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable	Alert Intelligent Outright Tempered Watchful Calm Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Keeshond 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.	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: Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier?	High: Keeshond dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Eurasier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier social needs comparison:	Keeshond dogs are a social breed. See more.	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.	Eurasier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Keeshond dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Eurasier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Keeshond 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.	Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Eurasier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier playfulness comparison:	Average: Keeshonds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Eurasiers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier?	A lot: Keeshond is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Eurasier 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 Keeshond or Samoyed or Eurasier?	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 Keeshond 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 Samoyed indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Eurasier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier?	The Keeshond 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.	Eurasiers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Skin Diseases Kneecap dislocations	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 Keeshond 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 Eurasier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier lifespan comparison. How long do Keeshond, Samoyed and Eurasier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Keeshond: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Eurasier: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier?	Prefers cold weather The Keeshond can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	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 Eurasier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Keeshond or Samoyed or Eurasier? Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier energy level comparison:	Keeshond dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.	Eurasier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Keeshond or Samoyed or Eurasier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Keeshond dogs exercise need is minimal.	Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Eurasier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Keeshond or Samoyed or Eurasier?	Keeshond dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.	Eurasier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Keeshond or Samoyed or Eurasier?	2 to 2.5 cup 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.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Keeshond's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Eurasier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier coat comparison:	Fluffy Dense	Dense	Thick Double
Colors What are the original Keeshond, Samoyed and Eurasier color?	Black Gray Cream Silver	Cream White Biscuit	Black Tan Red Fawn Sable Wolf
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Keeshond or Samoyed or Eurasier? Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Keeshond requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Eurasier requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Keeshond or Samoyed or Eurasier? Keeshond or Samoyed or {name3 shedding:	Keeshond dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Eurasier dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Keeshond or Samoyed or Eurasier?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier?	Medium ⏺ The Keeshond has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Eurasier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Keeshond 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.	The Eurasier is an average drooler. See more.

Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier Good With Comparison

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

Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier 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: Keeshond or Samoyed or Eurasier? 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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier?	Not really Keeshond 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.	Not really Eurasier 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.

Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier 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 Keeshond and Samoyed and Eurasier have?	3-8 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Keeshond vs Samoyed vs Eurasier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz 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 Asian Spitz and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 Pet Registry, Inc.	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	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Foundation Stock Service

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