Samoyed Dog Breed Information:
Originally bred to hunt, haul sledges, and herd reindeer, the Samoyed dog breed proved a valuable companion for northwestern Siberia’s Samoyede people. Among the breed’s duties: pack hiking, tracking, and warming their owners by sleeping on top of them at night. As a working breed, Samoyeds can be strong-willed at times, but above all they remain friendly, gentle, and devoted family dogs.
Samoyed Dog Group: Working Dogs.
Samoyed Height: 1 foot, 7 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder.
Samoyed Weight: 50 to 60 pounds.
Samoyed Life Span: 12 to 14 years.
More About This Dog Breed:
The Samoyed doesn't like to sit around he likes to be busy. Keep him active with walks, games, hikes, and canine sports. Shedding could be the Samoyed's middle name he does so profusely once or twice a year. Expect to brush the dog and vacuum your home daily during shedding season. The Samoyed's white, fluffy coat is beautiful, but to keep it in good condition requires rigorous grooming.
Samoyed History:
The Samoyed journeyed out of Siberia at the end of the 19th century and the early part of the 20th century to pull sledges on polar expeditions, including Sir Ernest Shackleton's famous journey to the Antarctic. These dogs endured terrible hardships along with the explorers they assisted. Only the strongest and fittest dogs survived such expeditions.
Samoyed Size:
Males stand 21 to 23.5 inches tall. Females stand 19 to 21 inches tall. Males and females weigh 50 to 60 pounds.
Samoyed Personality:
The well-bred Samoyed is an intelligent, gentle, and loyal dog. He is friendly and affectionate with his family, including the children, and thrives on being part of household activity. The Samoyed is still a hunter. He is likely to chase after small animals that he perceives as prey. Temperament is affected by a number of factors, including heredity, training, and socialization.
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Samoyed Health:
Samoyeds are generally healthy, but like all breeds, they're prone to certain health conditions. Not all Samoyeds will get any or all of these diseases:
Glaucoma.
Hip Dysplasia.
Samoyed Hereditary Ghlomerulopathy.
Hypothyroidism.
Diabetes Mellitus (DM).
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA).
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis.
Cancer.
Samoyed Care:
The active Samoyed is not suited to apartment or condo life. A home with a large, securely fenced yard is the best choice. Because the Samoyed is a working dog, he needs room to romp and play. Allow him to become bored and he's likely to dig, escape, or chew to entertain himself. Additionally, don't let your Samoyed puppy run and play on hard surfaces (such as pavement), jump excessively, or pull heavy loads until he is at least two years old and his joints are fully formed.
Samoyed Feeding:
Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Samoyed Coat Color And Grooming:
The Samoyed has a straight outer coat and a soft, thick undercoat (often referred to as wool). It can be pure white, white and biscuit, cream, or biscuit and sheds heavily. Maintenance can be daunting. Daily brushing is necessary when the coat is shedding; once or twice a week when it's not. Brush your Samoyed's teeth at least two or three times a week to remove tartar buildup and the bacteria that lurk inside it. Trim his nails once or twice a month if your dog doesn't wear them down naturally to prevent painful tears and other problems.
Samoyed with Children And Other Pets:
The Samoyed is deeply attached to his family, and this certainly includes children. A properly socialized Sammy truly enjoys the attention and company of youngsters if they are instructed on how to treat the dog with care and respect. The even-tempered Samoyed also enjoys the company of other dogs.