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Name	Samoyed	Golden Retriever	Labradoodle
Origins	Russia	Scotland	Australia
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Group	Sled Dogs	Gun Dog	Designer Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle breeds.	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	No data available
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Samoyed vs Golden Retriever vs Labradoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Samoyed or Golden Retriever or Labradoodle? Samoyed vs Golden Retriever vs Labradoodle height comparison:	Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 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: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Samoyed vs Golden Retriever vs Labradoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1200-$1500	$1000-$2000	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Samoyed or Golden Retriever or Labradoodle?	Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Labradoodle is easier than average to get.

Samoyed vs Golden Retriever vs Labradoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle? Compare temperaments.	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Alert Intelligent Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Samoyed vs Golden Retriever vs Labradoodle?	High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Labradoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Samoyed vs Golden Retriever vs Labradoodle social needs comparison:	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labradoodle 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.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Labradoodle 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.	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. See more.	Labradoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Samoyed vs Golden Retriever vs Labradoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Labradoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. 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.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.	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 Labradoodle indoors.
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Samoyed vs Golden Retriever vs Labradoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. Which breed is most flexible?	Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Labradoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Samoyed or Golden Retriever or Labradoodle?	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.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Labradoodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Samoyed vs Golden Retriever vs Labradoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Samoyed vs Golden Retriever vs Labradoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Labradoodle: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. 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.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	Labradoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
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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.	Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Labradoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Samoyed vs Golden Retriever vs Labradoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Samoyed vs Golden Retriever vs Labradoodle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Canine Diabetes Mellitus

Samoyed vs Golden Retriever vs Labradoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. Which breed is most active?	Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Samoyed vs Golden Retriever vs Labradoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Samoyed or Golden Retriever or Labradoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Labradoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Samoyed or Golden Retriever or Labradoodle?	Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Labradoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Samoyed vs Golden Retriever vs Labradoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. 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.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Labradoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. Which needs most food?	2 to 3 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.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Samoyed vs Golden Retriever vs Labradoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. What colors are available?	Cream White Biscuit	Golden Light	Black Blue Cream Silver Chocolate Gold Apricot Caramel Chalky white Café Parchment They can also have parti-colored coats, which consist of brindles, phantom, patched, or sable colors.
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. Which requires most maintenance?	Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. Which drools least?	The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	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. See more.	The Labradoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Fine Variety of coat types
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. Which requires most frequent baths?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. 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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Samoyed or Golden Retriever or Labradoodle? Samoyed or Golden Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labradoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Samoyed vs Golden Retriever vs Labradoodle Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. Which is best with kids?	Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle 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.	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Labradoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Samoyed or Golden Retriever or Labradoodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Samoyed or Golden Retriever or Labradoodle?	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Samoyed or Golden Retriever or Labradoodle?	Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Samoyed vs Golden Retriever vs Labradoodle?	Yes Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Labradoodle 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.	Yes Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Labradoodle 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.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Labradoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Samoyed vs Golden Retriever vs Labradoodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good 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, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. Which has best nose work ability?	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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labradoodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. 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, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. 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 Golden Retriever vs Labradoodle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	5-10 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. 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, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. 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 Golden Retriever vs Labradoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Samoyed, Golden Retriever, and Labradoodle. 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. 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	Australian Labradoodle Association International Australian Labradoodle Association

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