Samoyed has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Spinone Italiano has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

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 Spinone Italiano 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

Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Loyal
Docile
Patient

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

Spinone Italianos shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Samoyeds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Spinone Italianos are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Russia

Italy

spitz

italian rough-haired dog

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

Working (AKC:1906)
Northern Breeds (UKC)

Sporting (AKC:2000)
Gun Dog Breeds (UKC)

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Brown
Isabella

White
Cream

Brown
Isabella
Fawn
White
Pied

Samoyeds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Spinone Italianos have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

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

Spinone Italianos have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Hip Dysplasia

Bloat
Ataxia

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Allergies

Otitis Externa
Ectropion
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Samoyeds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Spinone Italianos' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Samoyeds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Spinone Italianos sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Samoyed has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

Spinone Italiano excessively drools, consider a different breed if not appealing.

Samoyeds bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Spinone Italiano dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Samoyed dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

While Spinone Italiano dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

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.

Spinone Italianos are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Spinone Italiano dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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 Spinone Italiano, it's at least 5 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 Spinone Italianos usually need at least 45 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 Spinone Italiano requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
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 70-84 pound (32 - 38 kg) Spinone Italiano feed 3 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 Spinone Italiano is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 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 Spinone Italiano is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 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.

Samoyed is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Spinone Italiano has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Samoyeds are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Spinone Italianos are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Spinone Italianos are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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