Samoyed
VS
Schipperke
Samoyed vs Schipperke
Compare Samoyed and Schipperke 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
Schipperke
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
52 – 57 cm
25 – 33 cm
Weight
16 – 25 kg
3 – 9 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
5/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
3/5
5/5
Grooming needs
5/5
2/5
Shedding
4/5
4/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Samoyed
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Schipperke
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
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 Schipperke
Schipperkes are small, sturdy Belgian dogs with a square build and thick black double coat forming a ruff and “culottes.” Alert, intelligent, and independent, they’re loyal watchdogs, energetic companions needing daily mental and physical exercise, and generally robust with proper health care.
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