Quick navigation
Samoyed
A.K.A. :Bjelkier, Samoiedskaya Sobaka, Nenetskaya Laika
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
Winter
Summer
Healthiness
Protective
Life Span
| Pure Breeds | Member |
| Breeds A - Z | S |
| Breeds by Group | Working |
| Breeds by Trait | Good With Kids |
| Overview: | The Samoyed is a fun-loving dog, whether indoors or out. Very energetic, these dogs make dependable playmates for kids. |
| Breed Group: | Working |
| Weight (lbs): | male: 45-65, female: 35-50 |
| Height (in): | male: 21-23.5, female: 19-21 |
| Colors: | White, white and biscuit, cream, or all biscuit. |
| Coat: | The Samoyed is a doublecoated dog. The body is well covered with an undercoat of short, soft, thick, close wool with longer and harsh hair growing through it toform the outer coat, which stands straight out from the body. The coat forms a ruff around |
| Character: | Samoyeds are friendly and intelligent. They are somewhat stubborn, however, so are not always as obedient as you would like. Still, they have a gentle and watchful nature, and love to bark. |
| Temperament: | Gentle and playful, the Samoyed makes a good companion for a child or person of any age. It is a closely bonded family dog. It is amiable with strangers, other pets, and usually, other dogs. It is calm indoors, but this clever, sometimes mischievous breed needs daily physical and mental exercise. If allowed to become bored, it will dig and bark. It is independent and often stubborn, but it is willing to please and is responsive to its owner's wishes. It may tend to herd children. |
| Care: | Its thick coat needs brushing and combing 2 to 3 times a week, daily when shedding. |
| Training: | This breed requires variety and entertainment in the training protocol. Otherwise, he will be bored and not learn. He requires a calm and friendly approach. |
| Activity: | This dog needs plenty of exercise. Three short walks a day is not enough for this breed. Take it for very long walks, or have it run alongside you as you ride a bicycle or go jogging. They like to wander, so a good fence around the yard is required. |
| Country of Origin: | Russia |
| Health Issue: | This breed is prone to heart disease, diabetes, skin allergies, and progressive retinal atrophy (especially in males). |
| Life Expectancy: | 10-12 |
Samoyed Puppies for saleSee all puppies for sale
AKC Samoyed
$795
Awesome
Samoyed
Female, 5 Months Old
USA MILLERSTOWN, PA, USA
Date listed: 01/22/2025
This snowy fluff-ball is an adorable Samoyed puppy who is looking for a loving FURever home! Comes with a 2 year genetic health guarantee, is up-to-date with vaccinations, vet...
AKC Samoyed
$795
Anita
Samoyed
Female, 5 Months Old
USA MILLERSTOWN, PA, USA
Date listed: 01/22/2025
This snowy fluff-ball is an adorable Samoyed puppy who is looking for a loving FURever home! Comes with a 2 year genetic health guarantee, is up-to-date with vaccinations, vet...
fluffy samoyed puppies
$750*
Litter of 7
Samoyed
Male, 11 Weeks Old
USA UNITY, WI, USA
Date listed: 12/31/2024
These puppies are AKC registered. They have their first two vaccinations and health certificate. We have a 3 generation pedigree on the parents. The father has some bloodlines...
Samoyed Dogs for adoptionSee all dogs for adoption
No current ads
Samoyed BreedersSee all breeders
Similar Dog Breeds for Samoyed
Collie
Collie Breed Information and Pictures
88% match
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Old English Sheepdog
Old English Sheepdog Breed Information and Pictures
88% match
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Otterhound
Otterhound Breed Information and Pictures
88% match
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Siberian Husky
Siberian Husky Breed Information and Pictures
88% match
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Breed Information and Pictures
85% match
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Curly Coated Retriever
Curly Coated Retriever Breed Information and Pictures
85% match
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
English Setter
English Setter Breed Information and Pictures
85% match
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Labrenees
Labrenees Breed Information and Pictures
84% match
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Spinone Italiano
Spinone Italiano Breed Information and Pictures
84% match
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Vizsla
Vizsla Breed Information and Pictures
84% match
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Working Group
See All Dog from GroupAinu Dog
Ainu Dog Breed Information and Pictures
A.K.A. : Do-Ken, Ainu Inu, Ainu Ken, Hokkaido-Ken, Hokkaido Dog
-
Breed Group:
Akita
Akita Breed Information and Pictures
A.K.A. : Akita Inu, Japanese Akita, American Akita, Great Japanese Dog
-
Breed Group:
Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog
Alaskan Husky
Alaskan Malamute
American Allaunt
American Indian Dog
Anatolian Shepherd
Anatolian Shepherd Breed Information and Pictures
A.K.A. : Karabaş, Anatolian Blackhead, Kangal
-
Breed Group:
Australian Bulldog
Azores Cattle Dog
