Samoyed Breed Description

An Owner's Samoyed Description
I think every family with children should experience the benefits of having a family dog. The responsibilities it brings, as well as the enjoyment of bonding with these wonderful companions, can really make a difference in the character of children, in my opinion. For our family we chose a Samoyed, Yuri. He's been absolutely wonderful.

Yuri likes controlling the kids when they play. I guess that has to do with his breeding as a herder and sled dog. He seems to enjoy redirecting the kids when they are running across the yard, too. They'll want to go in one direction and he will push them towards another. He loves it when they hook up his harness to their red wagon. He'll pull them around the yard and they make up games like 'stagecoach' and 'pirate's gold mine'.

Yuri has proved his loyalty and watchfulness more than once. Sometimes it's in a subtle way; like how he will instinctively ease his way between the boys and other dogs or strangers. Sometimes it's a bit more obvious. Like the time our youngest son decided he would open the gate and take his chances crossing the busy street out front. Yuri sensed something was not right and rushed out, grabbed Ian by the back of his shirt and 'herded' our prodigal son in the right direction. It wasn't a game that time, and we could only stand there in amazement at the intelligence and protective nature of this wonderful playmate. Every privilege has it's price, of course; with a Samoyed in our house, there's always white hair on everything, and no amount of grooming changes that. We learned that the Samoyed Club of America collects the fur and spins it into yarn; then members knit the yarn into hats and mittens for children in Siberia, the original home of the breed. So now, at least some of the fur leaves our house via the postman. The rest? It's a small price to pay for a wonderful family dog.

 

 

Introduction

Touted as one of the most beautiful dogs, this spitz-family member was discovered by people who stumbled upon the Samoyed Indian tribe in Northern Siberia. It was then brought to Europe in the late 1800s and brought to North American soil in the early 1900s. The Samoyed stands an average of 23 inches at the shoulder. This breed makes a devoted, fun-loving family pet.

Colors

Typical colors for the Samoyed are a mixture of white and biscuit coloring. However, all white and all biscuit colored dogs are not uncommon. The white of the overcoat does appear to have some silver.

Living Area

The Samoyed is a dog that will do well in many different environments. This breed will adjust and live comfortably in an apartment style atmosphere as long as the owner makes sure that the dog receives enough exercise and activity. They will also do well in a larger environment when a fenced yard. However, because of their desire to be with the family, tendency for separation anxiety, and excessive barking, they are not to be left alone outside for long periods of time. It is essential for the owners of Samoyeds to ensure that they are not left alone for hours on end. This will make the dog happier and less likely to destroy anything which in turn will make the family more content with owning a Samoyed.

Recognized By

CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR

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