Samoyed
VS
Tibetan Terrier
Samoyed vs Tibetan Terrier
Compare Samoyed and Tibetan 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
Tibetan Terrier
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
52 – 57 cm
36 – 41 cm
Weight
16 – 25 kg
8 – 14 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
5/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
5/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
5/5
4/5
Shedding
4/5
1/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Samoyed
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Tibetan Terrier
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
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 Tibetan Terrier
Medium, sturdy Tibetan breed with a long protective coat and snowshoe feet, once companion to monks. Calm and gentle indoors, lively and athletic outside. Bright, independent problem‑solver needing kind, consistent training, regular grooming, and close family companionship.
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