Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Lively
Sociable
Kind
Trustworthy

Loving
Dignified
Independent
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Calm
Reserved
Hearted
Suspicious

Golden Sammys are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

United States

United States

Golden Retriever and Samoyed

Chinese Shar-Pei and Clumber Spaniel

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

2000's

Late 1990s

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Cream
White
Red

Black
Brown
Fawn
Cream
Red
White
Sable

Golden Sammys are known for their coat length.

Clumber Peis have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

A Golden Sammy can have a litter of 5-10 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 Clumber Pei can have a litter of 2-8 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.

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

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

Retinal Dysplasia
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Skeletal/Joint Conditions
Eye Conditions

Entropion
Deafness
Pulmonic Stenosis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Sebaceous Adenitis
Glaucoma
Eye Abnormalities
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Hemophilia
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Portosystemic Shunt
Histiocytosis
Corneal Dystrophy

Skeletal/Joint Conditions
Skin Conditions
Eye Conditions

Elbow
Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Dna Test For Vwd
Heart
Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Ophthalmic Examination
Skin Scrapings
Orthopedic Exam

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

Clumber Pei has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Golden Sammys are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Clumber Peis are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Sammy, it's at least 10 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 Clumber Pei, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Sammys usually need at least 40 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 Clumber Peis 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.

Golden Sammys 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 Clumber Pei requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Golden Sammy should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Clumber Pei should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-75 pound (23 - 34 kg) Golden Sammy feed 2.5 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 55-70 pound (25 - 32 kg) Clumber Pei 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 Golden Sammy is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Golden Sammy is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Clumber Pei 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.

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

The Clumber Pei is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Golden Sammys make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Clumber Peis have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Golden Sammys are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Golden Sammys are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

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

Clumber Peis are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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