Samoyed

Posted on 25. May, 2009 by in Dog Breeds, Dog Breeds S, Medium Coat Dog Breeds, Russian Dog Breeds, Straight Coat Dog Breeds, Working Dogs


Samoyed

Since ancient times, this breed lived with a Siberian population named the Samoyeds.
For centuries they used a beautiful white dog to help them in their daily activities: hunting and fishing.

The Samoyede people were peaceful and extremely loving with their dogs, treating them as family members, as a result, the Samoyed dog became very lovely and trustful with humans.
As nomads, the Samoyede people used their dogs to pull sleds.

Samoyed dogs were brought out of Siberia (to England) in 1889 by the explorer Robert Scott.
This is when the breed started to be known and spread throughout the world.

Breed Group

Working

Size

Male: 21 to 23½ inches.
Female: 19 to 21 inches.

WeightSamoyed

Male: 45-65 lbs
Female: 35-50 lbs

Color(s)

The Samoyed can be white, white and biscuit, all biscuit or cream.

Coat

The Samoyed’s undercoat is soft, thick and short. The outer coat is formed by longer, harsh hairs.
The weather resistant coat is straight and should form a ruff on the neck and the shoulders.

Life Expectancy

12 – 15 years.

Samoyed puppyPersonality

The Samoyed is very intelligent, curious and alert. This dog, loyal, friendly and adaptable is eager to please.
This is a gentle, not distrustful dog with no over aggressiveness.

The Samoyed always seeks for love and loyalty from his owner, which they will return to him.
Energetic, playful even at old age, it is nice with everybody, even intruders and needs a lot of human’s attention, otherwise it can become miserable.

Because of its peaceable behavior, it can’t be used as a watchdog. It’s a very good family pet that gets along very well with children.
Because of its tendency to hunt, it can’t be trusted with other non-canine small pets. In the 5 sleigh dogs breeds, it’s the breed that tends to bark the most.
This dog has the bad reputation of a chewer, so it can become destructive if left alone for many hours.

Care

Samoyed is prone to hip dysplasia and some are diabetic. This dog might have skin allergies or PRA (Progressive Retinal Atrophy).

The coat of the Samoyed needs a lot of grooming (once a day preferably). They are heavy shedders seasonally. The coat tends to stay white without bathing.

TrainingSamoyed puppy

The Samoyed is a very intelligent dog, but its stubbornness can make it difficult to train, however, with a patient and firm training, the Samoyed can eventually respond very well to orders.

Activity

The Samoyed needs a fair amount of daily exercise, but it’s not appropriate to work it out excessively during warm weather.

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19 Responses to “Samoyed”

  1. jasir jamal

    14. Jun, 2009

    i have a samoyed!!!!!

  2. sarah

    20. Aug, 2009

    I use to have a samoyed!! it was the best dog a person could ask for!!! :) I miss her. She lived for 15 years!

  3. melani

    13. Sep, 2009

    i love saymoyads mines name is dylanii

  4. ASHISH

    02. Mar, 2010

    i hav a samoyed pup…its the best dog among all the breeds…and need a lot of attention

  5. Yvette

    19. Mar, 2010

    I have 4 Samoyed’s- I would have several more if I did not have a husband. I love them ALL more than my children. They are the most wonderful pet you can own.

  6. mariay

    22. Mar, 2010

    i love samoyed dogs

  7. Louise

    16. May, 2010

    I just found a samoyed at my house and trying to find the owner. He is beautiful and friendly. My lab is not happy with him. Fayette county Pennsylvania.

  8. Ki

    28. Aug, 2010

    can samoyed live in tropical country?

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    16. Sep, 2010

    I’m from Chiapas, Mexico. I had a black Samoyed, female. I didnt have any trouble to training her, was the most intelligent, lovely and loyalty dog. Her mother was black too and her father pure white. They were a gift from my aunt’s Russian boyfriend working at the Consulate. They got use to the wether. I loved her a lot and afer 10 years I’m missing her yet.

  10. lastactionseo

    27. Sep, 2010

    Wow… I love that race!

    Regards
    lastactionseo

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    27. Oct, 2010

    we always buy our dog supplies from the local retailer which gives us a good deal of discount;..

  12. hi

    26. Jan, 2011

    they are sooooooooo cute

  13. hi

    27. Jan, 2011

    hi i love dogs even little puppies

  14. cheyenne

    11. Feb, 2011

    hi

  15. g1

    26. Apr, 2011

    i had one but they broke in to my house and they toke her her name was angel she was a gift looking for one

  16. Joseph Dougar

    21. Jun, 2011

    we recieved ours on chirstmas day, he had a broken leg I took some popsickle sticks and wraped his leg (SNOW RIP). He was a remarkable pet i miss him to this day..

  17. rameen

    05. Sep, 2011

    i have a beautiful samoyed (pure white) female dog. her name is Sweety, she is very cute and active. Some times , she snores like a big hunting dog, i think, she is very sensitive and never expects rudeness from anyone.

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    06. Oct, 2011

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  19. maria

    28. Dec, 2011

    Rameen, how old is she. I had a dog named sweety who also was a female Samoyed that we sold!

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