Samoyed
VS
Brazilian Terrier
Samoyed vs Brazilian Terrier
Compare Samoyed and Brazilian Terrier 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
Samoyed
Brazilian Terrier
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
52 – 57 cm
33 – 40 cm
Weight
16 – 25 kg
8 – 12 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
10 – 14 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
5/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
5/5
3/5
Shedding
4/5
2/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Samoyed
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Brazilian Terrier
Small
Summary
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.
About Brazilian Terrier
The Brazilian Terrier is a medium‑small, athletic, tricolor farm terrier from Brazil, bred for ratting and watchdog work. Energetic, intelligent, and often bonded to one person, it needs daily exercise, consistent positive training, and mental stimulation. Grooming is simple; sourcing puppies abroad can be difficult.
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