Norrbottenspets
VS
Samoyed
Norrbottenspets vs Samoyed
Compare Norrbottenspets 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
Norrbottenspets
Samoyed
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
41 – 45 cm
52 – 57 cm
Weight
10 – 14 kg
16 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
5/5
Energy level
4/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
5/5
Shedding
4/5
4/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Norrbottenspets
High energy
Easy to train
Small
Samoyed
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Norrbottenspets
The Norrbottenspets is a rare Nordic spitz: small to medium, athletic, with a foxlike look and curled tail. Bred in Sweden/Finland for forest bird hunting, it is vocal, alert, loyal, and reserved with strangers. Needs daily exercise, mental work, and close family involvement.
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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