My Dog Training Secrets 

The Samoyed is a beautiful working dog whose coat color is white with silver tips. Markings may include cream and biscuit. They have a long and thick double coat which requires a lot of grooming. The outer coat should be harsher than the undercoat, but still fairly soft. Their life expectancy is 11-12 years with the male weight being 45-65 lbs and the female weight 35-50 lbs. The average height is 21-24” for males and 19-21” for females. Although they are very welcome looking dogs, this may not be the breed for a first time dog owner.

Samoyeds aren't aggressive, they're loyal and they love their family. They tend to develop strong ties to their families, and may be protective of children or even try to herd them around the house. This dog will seek love and attention from their owner, and when they receive proper care, they become irreplaceable members of the family. Samoyeds are friendly by nature to both people and other dogs. They should not be trusted with small non-canine pets, however there are plenty of them that live and get along with family cats. Their demand for affection is moderate; they like being with their pack, but are usually not "lap dogs" by any measure.

These dogs are typically social animals and although they can adapt to spending part of their day alone, they thrive on contact and interaction. The solution may be as simple as allowing your dog to just "be" with you more - spend time with him whenever you're at home, let him sleep in your bedroom at night, spend some time playing fetch or taking him for a long walk, teach him tricks or obedience commands and make a game out of practicing them.

Samoyed would probably do best in a colder place. Of course, they were bred to be sled dogs, and to survive at very frigid temperatures. They like to pull and herd and can live outdoors in temperate to cold climates, but it much prefers to live indoors with its human family.

Samoyeds are intelligent dogs and as such find things to do when they are bored. As puppies this usually consists of either chewing things or digging holes. They are watch dogs and will watch everything and bark to let you know "something" is out there. Samoyeds are also a working breed which means they have a moderately high energy level and tend to be natural escape artists. They can jump tall fences with ease.

Samoyeds are not easy to train because they do become bored and distracted. It is important to make it fun and energetic for them. They are also known to be stubborn at times and difficult to train, due to unwillingness rather than lack of intelligence; they must be persuaded to obey commands with firm and patient training. These dogs do not do well with punishment, but if their owners make Samoyed obedience training into a game, they respond very well.

Clicker training works well with Samoyeds, it is best to get a professional trainer to introduce the method to you as timing is very important with this form of training. With their sled dog heritage, they are not averse to pulling things, and an untrained Samoyed has no problem pulling its owner on a leash rather than walking alongside.

Samoyeds have no dog odor, so weekly baths are not required to keep them smelling and looking beautiful. Aside from the occasional invasion of masses of fur when they are shedding coat, they are excellent house dogs. They are extremely clean dogs. Their coat should glisten with a silver sheen.

Brushing is recommended at least a few times a week to prevent matting of the dense thick fur. When they are "blowing their coats," daily brushing is a necessity to remove all dead fur and allow the new fur to come in. Brush your Samoyed often to avoid frequent bathing. Their coats can remain white without bathing, as long as you don't allow excessive amounts of dirt and debris to collect in the hair.

Samoyeds are often extremely fond of fish, which many people find surprising. Fish can often be used as a diet supplement or special treat. They tend to be an exceptionally healthy breed, although eye problems can be common.

The Samoyed can be a loving member to a family who lives in a cooler climate, can give them the attention they need and the training they deserve.