Samoyed Puppy And Dog Information

The Samoyed is a high energy dog that likes theto pain, loss of teeth, bad breath and other serious
outdoors. They are designed for cooler climates anddisease.
need plenty of grooming care to look good. TheyHer toenails may need to be examined for growth
love their human family and tend to favor oneand clipped regularly. The toenails of the rear feet
person. They may have trouble with other pets sogrow slower than the toenails of the front feet.
they need early socialization. They generally love*Life Span. The Samoyed can live between 12 and 14
older children. As a reminder, never leave a childyears with proper nutrition, medical care and excellent
unsupervised with a puppy or dog.living conditions.
*Approximate Adult Size. The approximate adult size*History. The Samoyed came from Russia where
(two years old or older) of the male Samoyed is 21they were used as a guard dog and a herding dog
to 23.5 inches to the withers (highest point of thefor reindeer. They are also used as sled dogs. They
shoulder) and 45 to 65 pounds. The female rangeswere first registered by the American Kennel
from 19 to 21 inches to the withers and 35 to 50Association in 1906.
pounds.Some Registries:
*Special Health Considerations. Most dog breeds have* Samoyed Club of America
certain inherited health problems associated with that*UKC United Kennel Club
specific breed and the Samoyed is no exception. Be*NKC National Kennel Club
on the look out for eye problems, skin disease,*CKC Continental Kennel Club
diabetes and Canine Hip Dysplasia (genetic based*APRI Americas Pet Registry Inc.
looseness in the hip joint that can lead to arthritis pain*AKC American Kennel Club
and lameness). This disease list is an informative*FCI Federation Cynologique Internationale
guideline only. Other diseases may also be significant*NZKC New Zealand Kennel Club
threats, please contact your veterinarian for a*KCGB = Kennel Club of Great Britain
complete list.*ANKC = Australian National Kennel Club
She should visit the veterinarian several times in the*ACR = American Canine Registry
first year for shots, boosters and check up. Then, asLitter Size: 5 to 9 Samoyed puppies
an adult, she should visit the veterinarian yearly forCategory: Working
shots and check up. As she gets older, six years andTerms To Describe: Eager, active, adaptable,
on, she should visit the veterinarian twice a year forintelligent, loyal, gentle, alert, beauty, strength, grace,
check ups and shots. Remember; avoid feeding yourdignity,
dog sweets.*SPECIAL GOOD POINTS
*Grooming. The Samoyed has a double coat. TheyGood watch dog.
shed heavy, seasonally. They need frequent brushing*SPECIAL BAD POINTS
to help her maintain a clean and healthy coat, avoidPoor guard dog.
mats, help you keep a closer eye on her health andCan be willful.
strengthen your emotional bond with her.Need to be obedience trained.
Her teeth should be brushed at least twice a weekTend to bark.
with toothpaste and toothbrush designed for dogs.*Other Names Known By: Samoyedskaja
Brushing removes the accumulation of plaque and*Every dog is an individual so not everything in this
tartar which can cause cavities (rarely) andinformation may be correct for your dog. This
periodontal disease. Dog periodontal disease can leadinformation is meant as a good faith guideline only.