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Name	Samoyed	Greyhound	Basenji
Origins	Russia	United Kingdom	Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Group	Sled Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji breeds.	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya	English Greyhound	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Samoyed vs Greyhound vs Basenji Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Giant	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg)	Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height Which is taller, Samoyed or Greyhound or Basenji? Samoyed vs Greyhound vs Basenji height comparison:	Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm)	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm)	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 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: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm)	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Samoyed vs Greyhound vs Basenji Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1200-$1500	$500-$800	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Samoyed or Greyhound or Basenji?	Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.

Samoyed vs Greyhound vs Basenji Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. 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.	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. Which is easiest to train?	Samoyed dogs are easy to train. See more.	Greyhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. Which breed is most alert?	Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. Which breed is most protective?	Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Samoyed vs Greyhound vs Basenji Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji? Compare temperaments.	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable	Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered Quiet Athletic	Curious Playful Energetic 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.	Sensitive: Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Samoyed vs Greyhound vs Basenji?	High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs Samoyed vs Greyhound vs Basenji social needs comparison:	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.	Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. 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.	Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Basenji dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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.	Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
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Samoyed vs Greyhound vs Basenji Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. Which breed is most flexible?	Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Samoyed or Greyhound or Basenji?	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.	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.

Samoyed vs Greyhound vs Basenji Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. Which uses mouth most during play?	Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji bite force: Ordinary.
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Samoyed vs Greyhound vs Basenji Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. 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 average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. 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 Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Basenji 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 Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Basenji 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 Greyhound vs Basenji? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Samoyed vs Greyhound vs Basenji health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Osteoarthritis Sensitivity To Anesthesia Osteosarcoma Alopecia Cold Intolerance Pannus Musculoskeletal Injuries Vitreous Degeneration	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues

Samoyed vs Greyhound vs Basenji Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. Which breed is most active?	Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.	Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Samoyed vs Greyhound vs Basenji exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Samoyed or Greyhound or Basenji? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.	Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Samoyed or Greyhound or Basenji?	Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.	Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Samoyed vs Greyhound vs Basenji Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. 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: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. Which needs most food?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Samoyed vs Greyhound vs Basenji Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. 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, Greyhound, and Basenji. What colors are available?	Cream White Biscuit	Black Gray Red Blue White	Black Tan Red White Brindle
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. Which requires most maintenance?	Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. Which drools least?	The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Fine	Fine
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. 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.	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 Greyhound or Basenji? Samoyed or Greyhound or {name3 shedding:	Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Greyhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Samoyed vs Greyhound vs Basenji Good With Comparison

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

Samoyed vs Greyhound vs Basenji As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. 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.	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, Greyhound, and Basenji. 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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. 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, Greyhound, and Basenji. 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Samoyed vs Greyhound vs Basenji Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	1-12 puppies	4-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. 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, Greyhound, and Basenji. 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 Greyhound vs Basenji Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. 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 Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Samoyed, Greyhound, and Basenji. 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	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 Canadian Canine Registry American Pet Registry, Inc.

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