Brittany (Breton)
VS
Samoyed
Brittany (Breton) vs Samoyed
Compare Brittany (Breton) and Samoyed side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Brittany (Breton)
Samoyed
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
47 – 51 cm
52 – 57 cm
Weight
20 – 23 kg
16 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 13 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
5/5
Energy level
5/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
5/5
Shedding
3/5
4/5
Barking level
2/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Brittany (Breton)
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Medium
Samoyed
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Brittany (Breton)
The Brittany (Épagneul Breton) is a compact, athletic French gundog with a short or bobbed tail and easy‑care coat. Affectionate, sensitive, and highly energetic, it needs substantial daily exercise and gentle, positive training, thriving as both an active family companion and versatile hunting dog.
About Samoyed
Medium, strong Arctic spitz bred by the Samoyede people to herd reindeer, pull sleds, and share family tents. Noted for its “Samoyed smile” and heavy, low‑odor double coat. Social, energetic, vocal, and intelligent, it needs close companionship, firm positive training, and ample exercise.
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