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Name	Samoyed	Akita	Border Collie
Origins	Russia	Japan	England Scotland Wales
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Group	Sled Dogs	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie breeds.	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya	American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Samoyed vs Akita vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg)	Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Samoyed or Akita or Border Collie? Samoyed vs Akita vs Border Collie height comparison:	Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 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: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Samoyed vs Akita vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1200-$1500	$800-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Samoyed or Akita or Border Collie?	Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Samoyed vs Akita vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Which breed ranks highest?	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.	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Which is easiest to train?	Samoyed dogs are easy to train. See more.	Akita dogs are easy to train. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Which breed is most alert?	Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Which breed is most protective?	Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Samoyed vs Akita vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie? Compare temperaments.	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable	Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Akita dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Samoyed vs Akita vs Border Collie?	High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Samoyed vs Akita vs Border Collie social needs comparison:	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.	Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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.	The wanderlust potential of the Akita is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Akita dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Border 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 Akita vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Akita barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. 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 Akita breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
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Samoyed vs Akita vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Which breed is most flexible?	Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Akita dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Samoyed or Akita or Border 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Samoyed vs Akita vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Which uses mouth most during play?	Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akita bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Samoyed vs Akita vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. 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. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. 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 Akita is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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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 Akita should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Samoyed vs Akita vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Samoyed vs Akita vs Border Collie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans

Samoyed vs Akita vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Which breed is most active?	Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.	Akita dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Samoyed vs Akita vs Border Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Samoyed or Akita or Border Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Samoyed or Akita or Border Collie?	Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.	Akita dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Samoyed vs Akita vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. 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. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Akita's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Which needs most food?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
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Samoyed vs Akita vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. 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, Akita, and Border Collie. What colors are available?	Cream White Biscuit	Black Red White Brown Fawn	Black Tan Red Sable Brindle Lilac Gold Seal White & Red Slate Sable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merle Blue merle-tricolor Slate merle Red merle Saddleback Sable White & Blue White & Blue Merle White & Red Merle White Ticked White & Gold White & Sable White & Seal
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Which requires most maintenance?	Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Which drools least?	The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Akita is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Samoyed or Akita or Border Collie? Samoyed or Akita or {name3 shedding:	Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Akita dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Samoyed vs Akita vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Which is best with kids?	Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Border Collie 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.	Akita dogs are generally with other pets.	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Samoyed or Akita or Border Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Samoyed or Akita or Border Collie?	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Samoyed or Akita or Border Collie?	Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Samoyed vs Akita vs Border Collie?	Yes Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Akita dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Border 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 Akita is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Border 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.	Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people.	Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Samoyed vs Akita vs Border Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Which excels in therapy work?	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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. 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, Akita, and Border Collie. 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, Akita, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Akita breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Which has most military use?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Samoyed vs Akita vs Border Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	3-12 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. 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, Akita, and Border Collie. What's recommended?	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.

Samoyed vs Akita vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. 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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Samoyed, Akita, and Border Collie. 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 Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National 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 United Kennel Club The American Int. Border Collie Registry The American Border Collie Association

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