Pug
VS
Samoyed
Pug vs Samoyed
Compare Pug 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
Pug
Samoyed
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
31 – 35 cm
52 – 57 cm
Weight
5 – 9 kg
16 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 14 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
1/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
5/5
Shedding
4/5
4/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Pug
Great with kids
Small
Samoyed
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Pug
Small, sturdy companion dog with wrinkled face, curled tail and expressive eyes, usually 6–8 kg and suited to city homes. Affectionate, people focused and playful, needs moderate gentle exercise, close family contact, careful weight control and extra management in hot weather due to its short nose.
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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