Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs West Siberian Laika

Compare Polish Lowland Sheepdog and West Siberian Laika 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

Polish Lowland Sheepdog

West Siberian Laika

Breed type

Purebred

Height

42 – 50 cm

51 – 62 cm

Weight

14 – 23 kg

18 – 25 kg

Life expectancy

12 – 15 years

10 – 15 years

Child friendly

3/5

4/5

Energy level

3/5

4/5

Intelligence

3/5

4/5

Trainability

3/5

Health

3/5

Grooming needs

3/5

Shedding

3/5

Barking level

4/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

Characteristics

Polish Lowland Sheepdog

Medium

West Siberian Laika

Great with kids

High energy

Super smart

Medium

Summary

About Polish Lowland Sheepdog

The Polish Lowland Sheepdog (Polski Owczarek Nizinny) is a medium, sturdy herding dog with a long, dense, often eye-covering coat. Intelligent and independent, it excels in herding and dog sports, bonds closely with family, needs regular grooming, mental work, and moderate daily exercise.

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About West Siberian Laika

The West Siberian Laika is an ancient, medium-sized northern hunting spitz with a thick double coat and curled tail, built for stamina in harsh climates. Independent and prey-driven yet loyal with family, it needs intensive exercise, mental work, and experienced, active owners.

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