Differences and Similarities between the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed.

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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Versus Samoyed: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and for the Samoyed. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or the Samoyed.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Samoyed

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Samoyed: Overview

A very important difference between the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a giant-sized dog while the Samoyed is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed are Working Dogs. This means both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Samoyed: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog to the Samoyed based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed

Factor Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Samoyed
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 2/5
General Health 2/5 3/5
Height 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder 1 foot, 7 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 1/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Intelligence 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Life Span 7 to 9 years 12 to 14 years
Weight 85 to 140 pounds 50 to 60 pounds
Average Lifespan 8.0 years 13.0 years
Average Price $2390 $2460
Price Range $1750 – $3000 $1500 – $3000
Temperament Score 82.8 percent 80.3 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination (Effective 7/1/15 the minimum eye exam age to qualify for CHIC is 18 months)
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Shoulders
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination, minimum age 1 year
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (X-L PRA) DNA Test
  • RD/OSD
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 76 61

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Samoyed. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is 76 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Samoyed is 71 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a better pet than the Samoyed. So, you should get the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Samoyed

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed

    Below is a list of where the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed are most different:

  • Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are very easy to groom. However, Samoyeds require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • The Similarities Between the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed

    The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed are most similar:

  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed have the tendency to develop certain health problems.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Samoyed

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed.

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs weigh 85 to 140 pounds when fully grown. Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Samoyeds weigh 50 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Samoyeds are 1 foot, 7 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Samoyed

    The lifespan of Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs is between 7 to 9 years. The average lifespan of Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs is 8.0 years.

    The lifespan of Samoyeds is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Samoyeds is 13.0 years.

    Samoyeds live longer than Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs.

    Temperament of the Samoyed Versus the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog

    The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has a better temperament than the Samoyed.

    This is because the temperament score for the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is 82.8 percent while the temperament score for the Samoyed is 80.3 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 82.8 percent, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 80.3 percent, the Samoyed has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed by measuring the temperaments of 262 Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs and 294 Samoyeds.

    Price of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Price of Samoyed

    The average price of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog puppy is $2390. The price of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog typically ranges from $1750 – $3000. However, the price of a Greater Swiss Mountain Dog can be as low as $1000 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 110 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Samoyed puppy is $2460. The price of the Samoyed typically ranges from $1500 – $3000. However, the price of the Samoyed can be as low as $800 and as high as $5500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 114 Samoyed puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Samoyed is more expensive than the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog.

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Samoyed
    Average Price $2390 $2460
    Price Range $1750 to $3000 $1500 to $3000

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and Samoyed. For different price points, the charts show how many Greater Swiss Mountain Dog puppies or how many Samoyed puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Samoyeds?

    A breakdown of the prices of Samoyeds?

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog puppy or the Samoyed puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Adopting the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Adopting the Samoyed

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs and many Samoyeds are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Greater Swiss Mountain Dog named Bastion Bane that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs like Bastion Bane on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs, Samoyeds are also available for adoption. For example, Thor – No Longer Taking Inquiries is a Male Samoyed that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Samoyeds like Thor – No Longer Taking Inquiries that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Also, We Have No Dogs Available At This Time. is an adorable Male Samoyed on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    You can find more Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs and Samoyeds that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Popularity of Samoyed

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Samoyed is more popular with dog owners than the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Samoyed is 61 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is 76 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog

    Popularity of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog

    Popularity of Samoyed

    Popularity of Samoyed

    Year Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Popularity Rank Samoyed Popularity Rank
    2013 74 67
    2014 80 68
    2015 78 61
    2016 78 65
    2017 75 57
    2018 74 59
    2019 73 58
    2020 76 56

    Health Problems of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Health Problems of Samoyed

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Samoyed is prone to more genetic health problems than the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Samoyed than for the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog.

    4 health tests are recommended for Greater Swiss Mountain Dog while 5 tests are recommended for the Samoyed.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs and in Samoyeds.

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Health Problems

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Greater Swiss Mountain Dog puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Greater Swiss Mountain Dog puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs for:

  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination (Effective 7/1/15 the minimum eye exam age to qualify for CHIC is 18 months)
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Shoulders
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs here.

    Samoyed Health Problems

    Samoyeds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Samoyed puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Samoyed puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Samoyed breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Samoyeds for:

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination, minimum age 1 year
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (X-L PRA) DNA Test
  • RD/OSD
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Samoyeds here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs and Samoyeds

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Breed is Receptor Platelet Disorder problems.

    This is because the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog ranks 1 out of 1 dog breeds for Receptor Platelet Disorder problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 96 Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs, 4 of them had Receptor Platelet Disorder problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs, and how common these diseases are in Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Receptor Platelet Disorder problems: Rank 1 out of 1 Dog Breeds
  • Shoulder problems: Rank 10 out of 22 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 22 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 38 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 57 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 85 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 88 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Samoyed Breed is Advanced Cardiac problems.

    This is because the Samoyed ranks 46 out of 71 dog breeds for Advanced Cardiac problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 486 Samoyeds, 1 of them had Advanced Cardiac problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Samoyeds, and how common these diseases are in Samoyeds relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 46 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 50 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 98 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 100 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 103 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 110 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 123 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and in Samoyed and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed:

    Disease Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Rank Samoyed Rank
    Receptor Platelet Disorder problems 1 out of 1 dog breeds Not Common
    Shoulder problems 10 out of 22 dog breeds Not Common
    Eyes problems 22 out of 182 dog breeds 123 out of 182 dog breeds
    Elbow problems 38 out of 144 dog breeds 100 out of 144 dog breeds
    Hips problems 57 out of 198 dog breeds 110 out of 198 dog breeds
    Thyroid problems 85 out of 115 dog breeds 103 out of 115 dog breeds
    Patella problems 88 out of 145 dog breeds 98 out of 145 dog breeds
    Advanced Cardiac problems Not Common 46 out of 71 dog breeds
    Congenital Cardiac problems Not Common 50 out of 159 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Samoyed

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs can be left alone only for a short time.

    Samoyeds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs shed more than Samoyeds?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs shed moderately.

    Samoyeds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or the Samoyed

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Samoyeds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or the Samoyed?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are very easy to groom.

    Samoyeds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Samoyed?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Samoyeds have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Samoyeds?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Samoyeds bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Samoyeds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Samoyeds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs. Samoyed

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Samoyeds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Samoyeds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Samoyeds cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or the Samoyed?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs get along very well with other dogs.

    Samoyeds get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs good family dogs? What about Samoyeds?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Samoyeds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs and Samoyeds?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Samoyeds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Easier to Train than the Samoyed?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are fairly easy to train.

    Samoyeds are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Samoyed?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Samoyeds do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or the Samoyed?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Samoyeds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog:

  • Bracco Italiano (75 percent match with Greater Swiss Mountain Dog). Here is our comparison of the Samoyed vs Bracco Italiano.
  • Entlebucher Mountain Dog (78 percent match with Greater Swiss Mountain Dog). Here is our comparison of the Samoyed vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Samoyed

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Samoyed that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Samoyed:

  • English Setter (75 percent match with Samoyed). Here is our comparison of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs English Setter.
  • Siberian Husky (75 percent match with Samoyed). Here is our comparison of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Siberian Husky.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and how the Samoyed compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and of the Samoyed to other breeds:

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Samoyed Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Samoyed versus Lowchen     Samoyed versus Pyredoodle     Samoyed versus Kooikerhondje     Samoyed versus Pointer     Samoyed versus Spanish Mastiff     Samoyed versus Peek A Poo     Samoyed versus Affenpinscher     Samoyed versus Finnish Lapphund     Samoyed versus Manchester Terrier     Samoyed versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Samoyed versus Azawakh     Samoyed versus Harrier     Samoyed versus Boykin Spaniel     Samoyed versus Bullmastiff     Samoyed versus West Highland White Terrier     Samoyed versus Shichon     Samoyed versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Samoyed versus Shiranian     Samoyed versus Pug     Samoyed versus Cocker Spaniel     Samoyed versus Italian Greyhound     Samoyed versus West Highland White Terrier     Samoyed versus Scottish Terrier     Samoyed versus Field Spaniel     Samoyed versus Cockalier     

    Conclusion: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Samoyed. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Samoyed better suits you and your family.