Samoyed Puppies and Dogs

Fast Facts & Guide to Samoyed Puppies and Dogs

Have a glance at our Fact File and Guide to Samoyed Puppies and Dogs. Discover some fast facts to gain a really fast overview of the Samoyed.

Samoyed Guide and Fact File

Height: The average height of a male Samoyed is 21-23.5 inches / female 19-21 inches

Weight: The average weight of a male Samoyed is 45-65 pounds / female 35-50 pounds

Size of Dog: The Samoyed is a medium sized breed of dog

Breed Type and Dog Group: This breed belongs to the Working Group of Dogs

Country of Origin of the Breed: The Samoyed originated from Siberia

Exercise Needs: The Samoyed required moderate daily activity and exercise

Coat Type: The coat can be pure white, cream or biscuit. The coat is heavy & weather-proof

Shedding hairs: The Samoyed is a heavy seasonal shedder

Grooming needs: Requires moderate grooming normally, maximum during shedding periods

Training a Samoyed (Trainability): Samoyed training can be slow, patience is required

Other Names of Samoyed: Samoiedskaia Sabaka, Samoyedskaya, Sammy, Sami

Samoyed Lifespan - This dog lives for approximately 12 - 15 years

Number of puppies per litter: The average litter size is 5-9 Samoyed puppies

Temperament / Behaviour: Clever, Faithful, Gentle, Pleasant Company, Friendly and Loving

We hope that the fast facts and information provided in our Samoyed puppy and dog fact file and guide will prove a useful overview of this particular breed. Please click one of the links at the top of the page for detailed articles relating to training, pet care, grooming, personality, exercise needs, male and female Samoyed dog names, illness and health problems.

Summary of Samoyed Puppies and Dogs

Samoyed puppies and dogs loving and gentle. This breed is typically sociable and laid-back; liking everyone and feeling eager to be a friend to all. This is a dedicated dog that makes an affectionate and appealing companion. Dogs and puppies are typically fun-loving and have spirited personalities which makes them fun to be around. The loving and bright temperament of this breed of puppy and dog makes it an ideal family pet. Its gentle ways coupled with its loyalty and devotion make it likeable by all. The Samoyed requires plenty of time for activities such as chasing a ball or frisbee, as well as being taken for daily walks and exercise. Owners should commence puppy obedience training from a young age as this breed can be a little difficult to train so time, care and patience will be required to enable the puppy or dog to adapt fully into family life.

Choosing Samoyed Puppies and Dogs as Pets

Samoyed puppies grow into medium sized adult dogs and the above summary will help you to determine whether they are suitable as a family pet. If you are considering whether to buy a Samoyed puppy, adoption is also an option for this particular type of dog, or even selecting one from a rescue centre, or reputable dog breeder. There are several health diseases and conditions relating to this breed, more information on their health matters can be accessed via the health issues link above. This breed has a lovely thick double-coat that sheds excessively seasonally. During these times, the coat should be groomed on a daily basis to help maintain its health and appearance, and to keep it tangle-free. This dog is hard-working and shows eagerness, it has an alert personality and likes to be kept busy. Although training can be slow, it isn't impossible and will result in a well-behaved, loving, placid dog that gets along well with everybody.

Samoyed Puppies and Dogs