Samoyed
VS
Sealyham Terrier
Samoyed vs Sealyham Terrier
Compare Samoyed and Sealyham 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
Sealyham Terrier
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
52 – 57 cm
30 – 31 cm
Weight
16 – 25 kg
8 – 9 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
5/5
3/5
Shedding
4/5
1/5
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
Sealyham Terrier
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
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 Sealyham Terrier
Compact Welsh terrier bred for hunting but affectionate and calm at home. Sturdy, low body with a distinctive white double coat, beard and eyebrows needing regular grooming. Intelligent, independent and moderate in exercise needs, it suits engaged families; the breed is now relatively rare.
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