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Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bjelkier or Hungarian Komondor or Malamute Labrador? Find the right dog for you

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Name Samoyed Komondor Alaskan Malador
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador breeds.
Bjelkier
Nenetskaya Laika
Sammy
Samoiedskaya Sobaka
Smiley
Samoyedskaya
Hungarian Komondor
Hungarian Sheepdog
Mop Dog
Malamute Labrador
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg) 125 pounds (59 kg) Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) 125 pounds (59 kg) Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Samoyed or Komondor or Alaskan Malador? Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador height comparison:
Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm) 25.5 inches (65 cm) Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 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) 25.5 inches (65 cm) Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)

Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1200-$1500 $800-$1200 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Samoyed or Komondor or Alaskan Malador?
Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Komondor is easier than average to get.
Average: The Alaskan Malador is a commonly available dog breed.

Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Alaskan Malador dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which is easiest to train?
Samoyed dogs are easy to train.
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Komondor dogs are easy to train.
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Alaskan Malador dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which breed is most alert?
Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs.
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Komondor dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Alaskan Malador dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which breed is most protective?
Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Komondor dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Alaskan Malador dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Sociable
Independent
Affectionate
Gentle
Steady
Fearless
Calm
Playful
Loving
Dignified
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Alaskan Malador dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador?
High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Komondor dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Alaskan Malador dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador social needs comparison:
Samoyed dogs are a social breed.
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Komondor dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Alaskan Malador dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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.
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The wanderlust potential of the Komondor is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Alaskan Malador is strong enough to escape from home.
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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.
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Komondor dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Alaskan Malador 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.
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Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Komondor is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Alaskan Malador barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Komondors, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Alaskan Malador is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. 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 Komondor breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Alaskan Malador breed in the home.

Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Komondor has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Alaskan Malador has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which uses mouth most during play?
Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Komondor dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Alaskan Malador dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Komondor bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Alaskan Malador bite force: Ordinary.

Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Komondor: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Alaskan Malador: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. 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.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Komondor can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Alaskan Malador can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. 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 Komondor is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Alaskan Malador is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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 Komondor should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Alaskan Malador should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Diabetes
Pulmonic Stenosis
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Chondrodysplasia
Hemeralopia
Inherited Polyneuropathy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy

Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. 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.
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Average: The Komondor has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Alaskan Malador's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which needs most food?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. What colors are available?
Cream
White
Biscuit
White
Ivory
Black
Gray
Red
White
Yellow
Chocolate
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which requires most maintenance?
Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The Komondor requires a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Alaskan Malador doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which drools least?
The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Komondor is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Alaskan Malador is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Komondor has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Alaskan Malador has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Dense
Wavy
Thick
Shaggy
Corded
Coarser Topcoat
Finer Undercoat
Dense
Rough
Waterproof
Thick
Weather-resistant
Hard
Short
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Samoyed or Komondor or Alaskan Malador? Samoyed or Komondor or {name3 shedding:
Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders.
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Komondor dogs shed none to minimal.
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Alaskan Malador dogs shed above average.
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Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Good With Comparison

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

Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. 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, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. 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, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Komondor breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Alaskan Malador breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. 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 Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. Which has most puppies?
4-6 puppies 3-10 puppies 4-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. 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, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Samoyed vs Komondor vs Alaskan Malador Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. 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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Samoyed, Komondor, and Alaskan Malador. 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
No data available Dog Registry of America Inc.

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