Bernese Mountain Dog vs Samoyed Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

Samoyed

4/6

categories

Best for Apartments

Samoyed

3/5 · Acceptable

Easiest Grooming

Bernese Mountain Dog

3/5 · Moderate needs

Longest Lifespan

Samoyed

12-14 years

Easiest to Train

Bernese Mountain Dog

4.5/5 · Easy

Most Active

Samoyed

5/5 · Active

Best for First-Time Owners

🤝 Tie

3/6

50%

Bernese Mountain Dog

4/6

67%

Samoyed

👑 Winner

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
Switzerl
Russia
Popularity
#25
#57
Common Names & Aliases
BernerBernese Cattle DogBerner Sennenhund
BjelkierNenetskaya LaikaSammySamoiedskaya SobakaSmileySamoyedskaya
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
Large
Medium
Weight Statistics
Male: 38-50 kg, Female: 36-48 kg
Male: 20.5-30 kg, Female: 16-20.5 kg
Average Weight
Male: 38-50 kg, Female: 36-48 kg
Male: 24.9 kg, Female: 19.3 kg
Height
Male: 61-71 cm, Female: 58-69 cm
Male: 53-60 cm, Female: 48-53 cm
Average Height
Male: 61-71 cm, Female: 58-69 cm
Male: 56.5 cm, Female: 50.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
4.5/5
4/5
Watchdog Rating
5/5
4/5
Training Difficulty
4/5
4/5
Territorial Protection
5/5
5/5
Price Range
$800-$1000
$1200-$1500
Availability
5/5
5/5
Personality Traits
AffectionateIntelligentFaithfulLoyal
AlertFriendlyPlayfulStubbornLivelyIntelligentSociable
Sensitivity Level
4/5
2/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
3/5
4/5
Prey Drive
5/5
5/5
Affection Level
3/5
5/5
Social Needs
3/5
4/5
Barking Frequency
3/5
3/5
Playful Nature
3/5
3/5
Apartment Adaptability
2/5
3/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
3/5
4/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Moderate
Low
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
5/5
3/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Average Lifespan
7-11 years
12-14 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers cold weather
Prefers cold weather
Health Concerns
5/5
3/5
Health Problems
BloatCancerElbow DysplasiaHip DysplasiaPanosteitisPortosystemic Liver ShuntProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Von Willebrand's Disease
BloatDiabetesHip DysplasiaProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Pulmonic Stenosis
Vet Care Frequency
Rare
Average
Energy Rating
4/5
5/5
Sleeping Need
2/5
1/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
3/5
4/5
Obesity Tendency
4/5
4/5
Food Consumption
6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
No
Yes
Coat Colors
WhiteBlack
BiscuitWhiteCream
Grooming Requirements
3/5
4/5
Shedding Level
4/5
5/5
Drooling Tendency
4/5
2/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
Low
Coat Characteristics
Dense
Dense
Bathing Needs
4-6 weeks
4-6 weeks
Cat Friendly
3/5
3/5
Child Compatibility
4/5
5/5
Dog Friendly
3/5
4/5
Stranger Friendly
3/5
3/5
Office Friendly
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Recommended
Highly Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Average
Average
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Yes
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Not really
Not really
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Yes
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
1-14 puppies, average 8
4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section.
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Canine RegistryCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
Winner / Best value