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Samoyed
IntermediateFluffy white coat with the 'Sammy smile.' Social and people-loving.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Temperature
15〜26℃
Lifespan
12-14 years
Size
Height 48-60cm / Weight 16-30kg
Diet
High-quality medium-large breed food.
About
The Samoyed is a large herding dog breed with a thick, white, double-layer coat. It is a spitz-type dog that takes its name from the Samoyedic peoples of Siberia. These nomadic reindeer herders bred the dogs to help with herding, sled pulling, and keeping their owners warm at night. Samoyeds are known for their friendly and gentle temperament and their characteristic "Sammy smile," caused by the upturned corners of their mouths. They are highly social dogs that thrive on human companionship and require regular exercise, particularly in cooler climates.
Basic Info
Origin
Russia (Siberia)
Lifespan
12-14 years
Size
Height 48-60cm / Weight 16-30kg
Temperature
15〜26℃
Diet
High-quality medium-large breed food.
Care Guide
Temperament
Friendly and social. Loves people with a perpetual smile.
Exercise
60-90 min exercise daily. Enjoys cold weather exercise.
Coat Care
Thick white double coat; very heavy shedding. Brush 3-4 times weekly.
Captive Breeding
Live-bearing
- Gestation
- 58〜68 days
- Litter size
- 4〜6
- Weaning
- 6〜8 wk
- Sexual maturity
- 6〜12 mo
Breeding season: Year-round (most bitches cycle about twice a year)
Breeding notes
Larger and giant breeds mature more slowly; breeding at the first heat should be avoided until the body is fully mature. Whelping should be managed under veterinary supervision in case of dystocia.
Breeding requires planning, proper husbandry, and responsibility. These figures are general guidelines.
Sources: AKC Dog Reproductive Cycle / AKC Puppy Weaning Process / Breeding Business - How to Breed Samoyeds
References & Sources
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