Samoyed
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Male:
Average Height: 21-23.5″
Weight: 45-65 lb
Female:
Average Height: 19-21″
Weight: 35-50 lb
Life Span is 10-12 years
This dog is named after the nomadic Samoyed people who came to Siberia from central Asia. These people depended on reindeer for their food. They depended on the Samoyed dog to help herd the reindeer and to stand guard over the people from predators. At times they were also used to tow boats and sleds. Another job these dogs were given was to sleep with the children and keep them warm. It eventually became a popular sled dog.
The first Samoyed arrived in America in 1906 and is still a popular breed with Americans.
Samoyed
Temperament
The Samoyed makes a good companion for a child or an adult. It is a playful but yet gentle breed. It gets along with strangers, other household pets, and usually with other dogs. It needs physical and mental exercise and may get bored if not stimulated enough. If it get’s bored the Samoyed can resort to mischief like digging and barking. It wishes to please it’s owner but does possess a stubborn streak.
Upkeep and Health
The Samoyed is an active breed that should be given a daily dose of exercise with a long walk or a vigorous play session. It’s loves to pull and herd and is a cold weather dog. Although it can withstand very cold temperatures, this breed does best when it is allowed to live with it’s family. It’s thick coats should be brushed or combed two to three times a week with even more upkeep needed during the shedding season.
Major health concerns is CHD.
Minor health concerns include: gastric torsion, cataract, and hypothyroidism.
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