Last updated on October 6th, 2022 at 07:21 am
About the Samoyed Breed
A medium-size Spitz breed, the Samoyed is a dignified dog known to be friendly and energetic. Famous for its lush white fur and the Sammy Smile, this breed scores high on both looks and personality.
This dog can adapt to apartment living if sufficiently exercised, and do make sure to keep yours active. Due to their thick coat, they fare better in colder climates. Read on for the full Samoyed Breed Information.
Breed Description
Samoyeds are medium-sized dogs. Males stand at 54 – 60 cm and females range between 50 – 56 cm. They weigh from 20.5 to 30 kg and 16 – 20.5 respectively. The average life expectancy for the breed is 12 to 15 years.
Samoyed Look
The Samoyed has a lush, dense, double coat that reminds it’s admirers of northern polar environments. Female Samoyeds usually have shorter and softer hair than males. The dogs coat should always have a sheen. Samoyed dogs only come in white, cream and biscuit.
A dog flaunting such a magnificent coat comes with its own shortcomings. Samoyeds shed seasonally, and when they do they shed a lot. Keeping a Samoyed’s coat in tip top condition also involves frequent brushing and regular appointments with the groomer.
Samoyed Breed Health
The Samoyed is generally a healthy and lively breed. However, there are some breed-associated diseases that you should be aware of. These are:
- Hip dysplasia.
- Skin allergies.
- Progressive Retinal Atrophy (Especially in Male dogs).
Buying your dog from a reputable breeder and regular vet checks can help keep your Samoyed in optimal health.
Samoyed Temperament
The Samoyed is a social dog with a low prey drive, making it an ideal companion for other household pets. Native northern communities train them as watchdogs, but dogs from other breeding lines are not usually meant for guarding. These dogs are known to be friendly and open, yet lively and alert. Samoyeds should never be too shy or show unprovoked aggression.
Living with a Samoyed
Samoyeds are usually good for apartment life if sufficiently exercised. They are usually very active indoors and do well in a house with a small garden. However, its thick, lush coat makes it unsuitable for hot environments.
Samoyed Puppy Training
Considering its working heritage, it is surprising that the Samoyed is a medium energy breed; but these dogs still need to be occupied. Bored Samoyeds might also become destructive. Therefore, it is highly recommended that you train and properly exercise your Samoyed using positive reinforcement methods.
Although the Samoyed is very friendly, socialization training should be started as early as possible. It is not unheard of for some individuals to develop aggressive tendencies. When this happens, it is most likely a result of extreme frustration due to a lack of socialisation.
To Adopt or To Buy A Samoyed?
There are pros and cons to both buying and adopting a Samoyed, each option better suited to different individuals.
We are still working on our “Should you Adopt or Buy a Dog?”, but for now you can check out our “Adopting VS Buying a Cat” article for a general comparison between the two.
If you decide to adopt, you might have better luck looking at online directories of shelters and rescue groups in your country. On the contrary, if you believe buying a Samoyed puppy is the best option for you, looking at reputable breeders is the way to go.
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