Samoyed Information
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Originally from the north of Russia and Siberia, the Samoyed pulled sleds and herded reindeer for the Samoyed tribes, those responsible for the breed’s formation. Although not known for their hunting skill, by working in a pack, the Samoyed could frighten and contain animals as large as the polar bear.
The Samoyed is known as the dog with the Christmas face. They also have dark intelligent eyes, very strong body, and legs built for speed.
The Samoyed needs to be doing some form of work, whether it’s as simple as playing with the kids, as strenuous as sledding or agility competitions, or something in between. A bored dog will find his own tasks. Unfortunately, it usually is something which us humans call destructive, such as chewing furniture, collecting belongings carefully in the middle of the living room, constant barking or howling, digging an escape route from the backyard or hassling the cat. This breed needs to have something to do!
Males should be 21 to 23 inches tall, females 19 to 21 inches at the withers.
Samoyed males should stand at 21 to 23 inches tall, females 19 to 21 inches. They have a thick white coat that will need groomed on a regular basis or your home will be overcome with dog hair. Brushing several times a week will be needed, as well as trimming around the rear as needed. Matting tends to come easy to these dogs, and should be groomed at least every 5 weeks by a professional groomer to help keep down on the undercoat.
They are excellent watchdogs, very loyal, never a troublemaker, though they are able to hold their own ground in a conflict.
The most common health concerns with the Samoyed are Hip Dysplasia and Progressive Retinal Atrophy.
A recently discovered genetic defect present in some Samoyed's, Siberian Huskies, and Alaskan Malamutes causes impaired zinc absorption. The result is Zinc-Responsive Dermatitis, most often seen as a thin coat and scaly, crusty skin. While unsightly, it is easily treated with zinc sulfate supplements and high quality feed containing zinc. A similar (non-genetic) problem can result from feeding poor quality generic food.
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