Samoyed
VS
Hungarian Vizsla
Samoyed vs Hungarian Vizsla
Compare Samoyed and Hungarian Vizsla 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
Hungarian Vizsla
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
52 – 57 cm
54 – 64 cm
Weight
16 – 25 kg
18 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
10 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
3/5
2/5
Grooming needs
5/5
3/5
Shedding
4/5
1/5
Barking level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Samoyed
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Hungarian Vizsla
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
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 Hungarian Vizsla
Hungarian Vizsla: medium, athletic gundog with a short golden‑rust coat and expressive amber eyes. Affectionate, people‑oriented and high‑energy, it needs daily exercise, mental stimulation and gentle, consistent training. Clean, easy‑care coat; bonds closely with active families.
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