Samoyed vs Eurasier

Compare the Samoyed to the Eurasier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Samoyeds and Eurasiers.

Samoyed vs Eurasier
Samoyed
Eurasier
Samoyed
Eurasier
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General Details
Samoyed
Eurasier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Height
19-23½ Inches
18-24 Inches
Weight
35-65 Pounds
39-70 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Samoyed
Eurasier
Origin Country
Russia
Germany
Origin Year
1890 AD
1960 AD
Temperament
Samoyed
Eurasier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Samoyed
Eurasier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Samoyed
Eurasier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
-30-70 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
None
Exercise Needs
Samoyed
Eurasier
Energy Level
Medium
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Samoyed
Eurasier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None to Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Samoyed
Eurasier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Samoyed
Eurasier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Samoyed
Eurasier
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Average
Herding
Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Above Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Samoyed
Eurasier
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Samoyed
Eurasier
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Pulmonic stenosis
Diabetes
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Samoyed
Eurasier
Coat Type
Hair
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Samoyed
Eurasier
Breed Colors
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