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Herding With Samoyeds

Samoyeds come from an ancient lineage they are amongst the oldest breed of dogs on earth, they were originally required to be an all-round and versatile companion for their nomadic humans.  They pulled their sleds, herded reindeer and carried their o...

General Health

The Samoyed is overall a very hardy robust breed.  They originated in one of the worlds harshest environments and as such only the fittest and strongest survived to breed. So a lot of common hereditary problems found in other breeds are not present i...

Caring for a Samoyed

The Samoyed requires a secure, fenced yard 6ft preferred to run and play in; however, they also can do well in apartments provided the owner is willing to put in the  extra effort to exercise. Remember Samoyeds are bred to be active working dogs Sam...

General Appearance

The Samoyed is actually a rugged, compact working dog of both dignity and grace. He is a double-coated breed with a softer undercoat and a harsher standoffish outer coat. The Samoyed coat can be white, cream or biscuit or a combination of any of the thr...

Temperament of a Samoyed

The Samoyed is charming, intelligent, active and playful through to old age; he is amazingly comical, yet thoughtfully sensitive. What sets this breed apart, aside from their magnificent beauty, is their love for all mankind.  Therefore the Samoyed...

Samoyed History

The Samoyed was named after a nomadic Inuit tribe from northern Siberia in Russia, called the Samoyede people. The Samoyede people were a gentle, nomadic tribe of family groups, that were accompanied everywhere by their dogs. They used the dogs to herd r...