Samoyed vs Native American Indian Dog

Compare the Samoyed to the Native American Indian Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Samoyeds and Native American Indian Dogs.

Samoyed vs Native American Indian Dog
Samoyed
Native American Indian Dog
Samoyed
Native American Indian Dog
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General Details
Samoyed
Native American Indian Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
14-19 Years
Height
19-23½ Inches
23-34 Inches
Weight
35-65 Pounds
55-120 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Samoyed
Native American Indian Dog
Origin Country
Russia
United States
Origin Year
1890 AD
1500 AD
Temperament
Samoyed
Native American Indian Dog
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
Native American Indian Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Samoyed
Native American Indian Dog
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
-30-70 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Samoyed
Native American Indian Dog
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Samoyed
Native American Indian Dog
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low to Medium
Shedding
Medium
Low to Medium
Dander
Medium
None to Low
Drool
None to Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Samoyed
Native American Indian Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Samoyed
Native American Indian Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Samoyed
Native American Indian Dog
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Above Average
Average
Herding
Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Above Average
Above Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Samoyed
Native American Indian Dog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
14-19 Years
Health Concerns
Samoyed
Native American Indian Dog
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Pulmonic stenosis
Diabetes
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Samoyed
Native American Indian Dog
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Samoyed
Native American Indian Dog
Breed Colors
Biscuit
Biscuit
Cream
Cream
White
White
White and Biscuit
White and Biscuit
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