While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Samoyeds are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Cortese is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Alert
Friendly
Playful
Stubborn
Lively
Intelligent
Sociable

Active
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Going
Tempered
Sweet
Cheerful
Easygoing

Samoyeds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Corteses are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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Samoyeds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Corteses are known for their coat length.

A Samoyed can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Cortese can have a litter of 3-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Samoyeds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Corteses are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Allergies

Retinal Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

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Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Urinalysis
Blood Tests

Samoyed has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Cortese has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Samoyeds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Corteses have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Samoyeds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Corteses are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Samoyed, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cortese, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Samoyeds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Corteses usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Samoyeds require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Cortese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-65 pound (20 - 29 kg) Samoyed feed 2.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 8-28 pound (4 - 13 kg) Cortese feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Samoyed is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Cortese is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Samoyed is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Cortese is between $42 - $84. This makes an average of $504 - $1008 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Samoyeds are adaptable and resilient, making them ideal for those seeking a less sensitive pet.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Samoyeds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Corteses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Samoyeds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Corteses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Samoyeds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Corteses are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Samoyeds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Corteses are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Samoyeds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Corteses are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.