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Samoyed Champions
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Pronunciation:
sam-uh-yed
Breed Description:
The Samoyed breed of dogis a robust and compact medium sized dog that should be square in proportion with a length that is close to the same as the dogs height. The overall look of the dog should be of a powerful and muscular breed with ample endurance. The head should be wedge shaped and the muzzle should be tapered. The small ears should be held erect and the eyes and nose should be black to provide a stark contrast from the coat. The tail should be carried over the back and should be medium in length. The topline of the Samoyed should be level.
The coat of hte Samoyed should be dense and abundant. There should be a dense undercoat that is short and soft in texture. The top coat of the dog should be straight and it should stand off the dog. The hair should be hard in texture and should be long. There should be a thick mane around the neck and shoulders. The coat of the Samoyed should be white, although it can range in shades from bright white to biscuit.
Temperament:
The Samoyed breed of dog is a sweet dog that is known for their easy going and friendly nature. This is a breed that loves just about everyone from strangers to children. In fact, while the Samoyed will bark at new people, they will usually let them into the house, unless they are threatening their owners. The Samoyed can be very protective and they are usually very alert. The breed is excellent with children and they can do well with other dogs, however, the Samoyed has a strong prey drive and is not recommended for homes with small non-canine pets.
Height:
The average height for a Samoyed is between 19 to 21 inches for a female and 21 to 23.5 inches for a male.
Weight:
The average weight for a Samoyed is between 35 to 50 pounds for a female and 45 to 65 pounds for a male.
Health Problems:
The Samoyed breed of dog is a healthy breed, however, they can suffer from a number of health problems including Cancer, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Glaucoma, Diabetes Mellitus, Patellar Luxation, Hip Dysplasia, Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis, Hypothyroidism and Samoyed Hereditary Ghlomerulopathy.
Living Conditions:
The Samoyed breed of dog can do well in an apartment with proper exercise but the ideal is a home with a fenced yard. They should not be outdoor dogs since this is a breed that thrives with their family. A fenced yard is important with the Samoyed since they do have a strong prey drive.
Exercise:
The Samoyed breed of dog does not have as high of an energy level of some other breeds but they still need a fair amount of exercise. You should expect to give them between 30 to 45 minutes of exercise every day.
Life Expectancy:
12 to 15 years
Grooming:
The Samoyed breed of dog is a difficult breed to groom and you should expect a fair amount of maintenance to keep the white coat sparkling and bright. The coat should be brushed on a daily basis and mats should be stripped by hand. In addition, the coat will remain in better shape if you use spray conditioners before you brush it. The Samoyed should be bathed once a month to keep the coat white and you will need to wash the face and paws on an almost daily basis. Ears should be cleaned on a weekly basis and nails should be trimmed once or twice a month.
Origin:
The Samoyed breed of dog is an old breed of hunting and sled dog that was developed by the Samoyede people in Siberia. While the breed was a well known breed in Siberia, it wasn't until the late 19th century that the breed was discovered by the rest of the world. The most famous was the Samoyed used in the Antarctic expedition done by Sir Ernest Shackleton. With that fame came some popularity and the breed arrived in England in 1889, and many other countries shortly thereafter. The breed has been loved for decades and is considered to be one of the most expensive breeds of dogs today with puppies sell upwards from $8000 to $10000 US. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
