Hokkaido vs Samoyed
Compare Hokkaido 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
Hokkaido
Samoyed
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
46 – 52 cm
52 – 57 cm
Weight
20 – 30 kg
16 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
5/5
Shedding
3/5
4/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Hokkaido
Large
Samoyed
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Hokkaido
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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