Due to having Samoyeds in our house for over twenty years i can confirm all of this but not all those reasons are negative. Plus the fact that having a Samoyed in your family will enrich your life tenfold. They are a fantastic breed for families, no smelly dog odour after petting, they are loving, loyal, patient, obediant(when properly trained) & make friends with anyone who wants to be friends, animal or human. I wouldnt have any other breed about the house after owning Samoyeds. Beautiful souls.
I totally agree with you 100%! Our Samoyed Frost fills our hearts with joy every day. They do calm down as they get older. He is almost 12 and he is super intelligent. He loves people and wants to meet everyone we encounter during our walks. He is also super protective. It's so true that they don't have any smell. Frost only barks at large trucks that go by during our walks. He is pretty much pretty quiet around the house.
Honestly, that's how I feel about my Keeshond. I just wish they weren't so rare anymore. Sammys seem a bit easier to acquire. I wouldn't mind a mix breed of the two either. So, also looking at the eurasier (I think it's spelled?) which IIRC also has keeshond and samoyed mixed with a couple other breeds.
@@magstrid4295 You don't want them to be common if you care about them. I used to foster for Samoyeds, because there was a little craze in California for them, because they are beautiful and nice dogs. I adore them - BUT if they are hard to own. They shed an incredible amount, and people would give them up for that reason alone. You need to be matched with your dog. I was willing to spend a few hours a week combing them out and giving up an entire weekend to properly bathe and groom them once a month. I'm a rarity. I would do this for dogs, I was temporary owner of, to give them up to people that promised to do it for the rest of their lives.
I have had a male Samoyed for over 9 years, and what you say is spot on, except the barking; whilst Samoyeds are known to be "vocal", mine only barks about twice a year whether he needs to or not! But as a companion, he is second-to-none. Truly wonderful dogs!
One of mine bark to let us know that she wants something while my other one doesn't bark at all and they are brother and sister. It's just individual personality I think
Mine would generally whine, but they also used physical interaction to make their wants known. I really loved my dogs. I miss them coming up to me and nudging me to be pet or picked up. They are very sweet, but hard to own dogs. I will always remember them, they certainly improved my life, and I was very happy and fortunate to have them. I don't miss the massive amounts of hair they produced though :) Such sweet, and demanding dogs. I used to foster for these dogs, I kept the best two out of 20. I will never have that opportunity again. I needed them, and they needed me. Just a wonderful relationship I had. I will never be able to duplicate that. If anything deserves an afterlife, they do, and if there is no afterlife, I welcome oblivion as well. What a terrible thing I had to do to put them down. Worst thing I ever had to do, but it was a merciful death. I won't get that.
My 9 year old male samoyed isnt that picky, he is lovely on the leash, when he was a puppy i trained that everytime he pulled, i made him stop. it really worked. BUT when he sees another dog or something else he wants to do, it all goes out the window. I agree with all of this. Saying that, he is the most in tune dog aswell. I call him my own nurse because he literally licks my tears away. Kisses and love all day long and he is my best friend. I love every day with him. If you can get a samoyed, i would recommend them. Very soulful caring dogs.
Thank you for being such responsible pet owners. It’s clear that Felix has a special bond with the two of you and that you’ve put a great deal of work into training him. ❤
Responsible? --The Samoyed requires daily brushing. -And spending so much time with a dog generates attachment. -You can not feed your dog with a lot of meat (even chicken). -You don't need to walk 3 hours every day. The need to think that they did a good job in any activity is what a dog values. Most of the problems they mention are more because they "don't really know how to treat the Samoyed". So they did what they could along the way (literally, the Samoyed doesn't even require more than a bath every 2 months, brushing it daily is enough). In fact no one should be bathing his dogs. It is enough to brush them mostly, the earth dries up and falls off on its own after a few hours. only the ones with almost no fur because their skin can retain bacteria.
My unneutered male Samoyed lived to be 13.5 years previously. He never barked. He was a magnificent animal. Our current Samoyed is almost 14 . We got her for our daughter when she was 8 years old. They are very bonded. I cannot imagine life without our Samoyed. She is into everything we do and we find this to be very charming. She has a very good diet of sardines, herring, fresh organs (chicken and beef livers, gizzards, hearts, etc.), fresh vegetables , Hills" WD " kibble and Dr Marty's "Nature's Blend". She is very healthy in spite of being diabetic. She has lost weight (now 50 lbs) and no longer gets IVDD because of that. Yes - Samoyeds are expensive and require good food, exercise and companionship. Of course, they require vaccinations and vet visits. We figure that we spend about $130-$150/month on ours, apart from the initial cost.(Ours was $1,400 14 years ago.) You will find yourself falling in love with this dog. They are gentle and extremely loyal and bonded with their families. Don't expect this dog to be left in the backyard in a cage!! I cannot imagine life without her. Her beautiful smile has lifted my mood 10,000 times. Thank God for Samoyeds! What a sublime creature from the hand of God!
I have a samoyed for nearly 10 years now.he is definitely very clever open doors and windows,but also I found him very obedient aswell. ilove everything about him except the tons of hair❤❤❤
Yeah I was shocked to see my cookie stands up walk, nd opens the doors.. very intelligent tht she finds the tricks we make to escape her nd started to go ahead of us to the door to go out first 😂
Agree with everything you’ve said…. I was frustrated for the first months (so much energy and stubbornness) but eventually my Sammy wore me down and we negotiated terms of living together. 😆😆 Then I adopted a second Sammy. If you can’t beat them, join them. ❤
It's so nice to know that these traits are the same with most Samoyeds! I have a male one that is one and a half and It felt like these behaviours only happened with him, as you never see anyone else talking about these things. So THANK YOU for sharing this ❤
OK, I need to warn you to prepare you. I used to foster for these dogs, and they're pretty easy to own until about 2. At 2, they really start to shed. Your dog has BARELY shed yet. The reason I did foster, is because they're really cute dogs, they're fun, and affectionate, and they are just overall great - then they get to 2, and shed and shed and shed and shed. People get over-whelmed with it. My friend in rescue used to bring their dog out on a grooming table, and blow their coat out with a leaf blower. It looked like it was snowing. Birds will clean up. Got to be careful with that too, if you hit their ears with the blower, you can hurt them. You are going to have to get used to grooming them a lot. You can turn their hair into yarn as well. You can find people that will do it.
@fuzzywzhe I'm fully aware of the shedding and how bad it can be. That stuff doesn't bother me at all. I did a lot of research before getting our boy. You just don't see anyone talking about the more difficult traits. People online usually only post the fun cute stuff and not all these other behaviours etc.
@@gemmagale3591 Had an adult Samoyed before? I did plenty of research. I did dog rescue to make certain I could be a good caretaker, and the biggest nightmare is that I had FOUR of them for about 4 months. If I wasn't working, I was combing. Since I fostered, I concentrate on the worst aspects of the dog. Beyond the shedding is how needy they are. I like needy dogs, but it even taxed me. I don't regret having my dogs at ALL, but man, so much work. We got Samoyeds dumped in rescue for a reason. They are NOT for casual owners. I had labs as a kid, they were downright easy. Leaf blower works well, but BE CAREFUL, and the dog should be on a grooming table so they can't suddenly move their head. You can blow out an eardrum. Oh yeah, here's another recommendation - get them a show collar instead of a normal collar. A show collar is a nylon choke. When it's not in use, it hangs loose, and it won't break their hair. Be certain it's not too long or they can step into it and this will hobble them - that's happened to one of my dogs - the choke should be just big enough to fit over their head without you having to stuff it on. If your dog is free to roam the woods, I would NOT suggest they have this sort of collar, because it can snag on something and your dog might get stuck somewhere, immobilized. They are very comfortable, and they basically disappear into the fur. Put the tags on the OTHER end than you connect the leash to. If you put tags on the same end you connect the leash to, eventually you're going to hook the rings of the tags, and once your dog pulls, it will pull the rings apart.
@fuzzywzhe my auntie has always had samoyeds all of her life - male and female. I appreciate your advice but 1, I didn't ask for it and 2 you're coming off as judgemental. You know nothing about me nor do you know how much I know. So please stop preaching..
Totally agree 😂! I own one, she’s 15 months old and sometimes drives me crazy, it’s been a year I have no peace anymore, but I love her! The only thing that is different is that she loves cuddles.
Can confirm all of this 😂. My Samoyed is almost 2 and being trained as a service dog, it drives me crazy and the training often feels impossible , but in time we will get there. Luckily I love my big goof to the moon and back. 😑 I think his stubbornness and reactivity is the worst. He demands to greet every animal and dog he sees and sounds so aggressive to those unfamiliar with the breed.😅
Oh my goodness. I've worked with training service dogs. I can imagine the difficulty you're experiencing trying to train a samoyed to be one. I'm certain you both will get there in time. They do love their family and owners! 😊
I'm thinking of getting a dog in future but Most of the dogs I hear about are stubborn😂. I don't think it bothers me cause I'm stubborn too,like both of us are going to be stubborn together😂
Thank you. I'm considering getting a Sammy puppy at some point and want to make sure it is the right decision. I appreciate you stating the bad with the good so people can make educated decisions on the breed.
I have had two Samoyeds and they were the most loving friendly dogs ever. Every day i used to stare at them and pet them because they were the most beautiful dogs ever.
I adopted a Pomeranian from a shelter. She is a wreck. One tooth, old, tumor removed, bad heart, deaf, going blind. Watching this is exactly my Poms personality! I hear they are a relative of your breed. Yes exactly. Wow. Incredibly stubborn. It’s been a year and while I’ve made little progress in training her, she has made leaps and bounds in training me. When goals are impossible, love and acceptance is another kind of happiness. This is a dog unlike any animal I’ve ever known. I do not recommend even though I accept & love her.
I have had Samoyed’s for 53 years - shortly after getting a new puppy I always sadly say it is just another stubborn Sam. I think they are the most intelligent- clever and as stated willing to do only what they want to do. I love this breed passionately. I enjoyed this video.
This should be called, "10 Reasons why lazy or irresponsible people should not get a Samoyed." He is such a beautiful beast! My dog was a malamute/husky mix. If she was not walked 2x a day (or one really long hike), she would just climb over the 5 foot wall and take herself out for exercise. We would get a phone call from someone 2 miles away saying, "we have your dog, she was just jogging down the street." I loved her unique personality and independent spirit! I just had to learn how to feed all those wild sides correctly so that we were both happy companions, just like you do with your beautiful Samoyed!
My Samoyed is 9 months got him at 5. A lot of these are accurate! He is stubborn, loud, and pulls. He however loves food. We got a trainer early on because we have two old dogs and it helped so much!!!
I have an 8 month old Samoyed hes adorable , I always had Malamutes before but when my boy passed away we decided to get a Samoyed. I think as we always had malamutes we were ready for the stuborn puppy. He is doing so well with his training the biggest issue is he wants to say hello to everyone so its hard to keep his attention and like my malamutes he learns quickly but will do it on his terms . One thing I didn't expect was just how vocal he is like many have said its when he's happy. I brush him every night which keeps his coat matt free, lick mats are amazing for that.
Having a Samoyed for almost 3 years now, watching this video I had the feeling that I was looking at a description of mine. Nice to know that all this is kind of normal for Samoyeds. Now I love her even more. (if this is possible :-))
I had a Samoyed years ago. My experience is somewhat different from the one you're having with your Sammy. My Sammy rarely barked. Also, I found my Sammy to be very intelligent - but more like a cat's intelligence in that they "get it" when they want to "get it" don't understand you at all when they don't. Also, I took my dog to formal training classes which worked out better than my attempts at home training. There was something about the discipline there that helped both of us - and they do say that training classes are really for the human so that they learn how to interact with their dog. After the class, my Sammy would "heel" on command and I never did have a pulling issue. However, you are very right about their stubbornness. My Sammy hated to be in the backyard unless a human was there. She started finding ways to make it over our 6 foot fence and go wandering. Unfortunately, that is how she died after being hit by a truck. I loved my Samoyed - they are very wonderful dogs.
The part about attracting attention is no joke. Atlas is a service animal, and everyone wants to pet him. Then they see the do not pet patch on his harness and they are almost angry. Or there gets to be line of people wanting to pet him and take a picture with him. 😵💫 Most of the time I let people pet him. Especially those little kids that are staring at him and can't stop staring. A simple "do you want to pet him?" And they can't say a word but shake their head yes enthusiastically. Too cute. He gets worn out from people though, and if there are too many people trying to pet him he looks at me like "are we done Dad?" I have to pick him up for a cuddle every so often when we are in big crowds. They are big babies, even though they have a ferocious bark. #SamoyedLife
I am looking to adopt a Samoyed x husky and came across your video. How wonderful you made this to inform future owners. It's so sad when people buy pets without much consideration and the poor animal ends up in a shelter or gets neglected... and there are sooo many on the rescue sites. Your video is so very shot and enjoyable to watch at the same time ❤
all the reasons above to NOT get a Samoyed also aplies to a Husky.. and as a Husky owner you can add 1 more: the "sassiness" the Husky will challange you and defy your rules just to see you get mad.
All 10 reasons you mentioned -> I know them so well 😂❤ I have two male samoyeds. Brothers, 6yrs and 4yrs. Only the food pickiness has passed, thankfully 🥳. But I love the stubborness, the independent thinking and the need to greet almost everything 😂🎉 They love to learn new stuff, but I also love the communication of the stubborness they give me 😊❤ But ofc, I too have counted to ten sometimes both out of a little frustration and not to break into laugther quite often 😂 Thank you for making the effort to communicate what a samoyed need and what to except for people thinking of getting one ❤
I have a Samoyed and a Samsky. They are not stubborn, very smart and obedient. You do need to know how to train them, they really don't like a firm and hand. We use a lot of shaping to teach them and that really sticks. Hunting is one of our biggest challenges. The Samsky is pretty good and reliable around Wildlife. We Used the book from Simone Mueller Hunting together. The Samoyed has still a way to go in that department. We are making progress. Exercise is why we got these rescues. We love canicrossing (running with your dog attached to you on a bungee line) and Step Jøring (kick biking with your dog attached to your Kick bike with a bungee line). They can pull their little hearts out and they will be chill the rest of the day. I wouldn't get a sled dog unless you have plans to let them pull. Otherwise they can be very enjoying to walk. Our dogs don't pull on normal walks, only when they are wearing their pulling harness. Grooming is a lot of work. I can't live without my K9 dryblower :) Buy an expensive one, it will change your life! Food is not a problem for our dogs, they eat about anything. Fish is the big favourite. The sounds they make can be annoying. I got used to it and try to keep it to a minimum. When they are exited to go for a run they are loud :). The Samsky likes to be scratched and pampered. The Samoyed thinks he is a lapdog and snuggles with us all day. If you live a a very warm and humid country, don't get a Samoyed. It's really hard for them to lose the heat. You can not exercise them properly without risking heatstroke. They are also at greater risk to get skin problems when its to hot for them. I think they are great dogs, very sweet and kind towards people. I find them really silly and full of personality. They make me laugh a lot. If you want the fluffy looks, but not the all the running and pulling you could consider a Eurasier. Calmer and easier to train too.
I have been extra Math to a samojed. It was fantastic. She loved to socialize with everybody, she didn't bark at all, yes she loved to move and draw, hide and seek etc. It is a demanding dog. But so much of a real dog and very funny.
We just adopted a male Samojed, 5 weeks ago, 3 years old, to join our male Alaskam Malamute 16 months old, and we approve everything said in this video. Soo true. But we knew it beforehand, and they have the best life together now.
We have 2 Samoyeds and they are stubborn, naughty, needy, picky eaters except for their treats and definitely attract people. However; they are sweet, gentle and add so much happiness to the daily life. P.S. I have found an amazing groomer that cares for the Sammie’s every 2 weeks as I am not able to brush them without a lot of effort.
Oh my goodness! I agree with basically everything except the smart part. We had a chow samoyed mix named Biscuit. He looked exactly like your Felix, but had the notoriously black/purple tongue of the chow chow. If we knew his personality would be what it was, Biscuit would not have been his name. We were sad he didn't like to cuddle either. We picked him from the litter of four at 3 weeks old, and brought him home at 8 weeks. Biscuit was very intelligent and adding that to his stubbornness, it made training him worse. He graduated from 2 obedience classes/schools doing everything almost perfectly. Got home, and right back to listening only if he wanted to. We were both military and had to move to a duty station that unfortunately made it too difficult to keep him. We gave him to family friends. Samoyeds are very unique dogs. They do require knowledgeable dog owners with prior experience. This video of yours was awesome. Felix seems very much like Biscuit. Big, beautiful, fluffy, fun-loving, active fur babes. Thanks for sharing.😊❤
I know a guy who trained his sammy K9 programme. He walks him around the streets with no leash and the dog listens to him perfectly. But that's the only one example among all samoyeds I've met in my town.
Samoyed owner here Definitely agree with… 1 stubborn - oh yes, big time! 3 hard to train - as above & treats only work so much 5 hair everywhere - weekly brush minimum 7 picky eater - took a while to find a brand she likes, and even then she sometimes skips a meal 8 pack dogs - can’t leave alone long, maybe 2-3 hours max and only if she’s already had a longish walk 9 attract lots of attention - all the time! However, we haven’t had these issues… 2 pulling - not an issue, she walks well on the lead 4 barking - not too bad, only when very excited 6 cuddling - she loves it 10 exercise - ours likes to play more than walk
I used to do dog fostering and rescue for these dogs. The main reason not to get one, is they shed more than you can imagine. I was well known at work at the guy that had a Samoyed because I left hair everywhere. My desk chair was covered with it, no matter how careful I was. I never wore black. They are sweet and wonderful dogs, but don't underestimate how difficult it is to have such a dog. I vacuumed everyday. The hair weaves into your clothing. When you see somebody displaying this dog online here, it's right after after they vacuumed, I guarantee it. The reason rescue existed for these dogs, is predominately how much they shed. It's enormous. You can't underestimate it, they are the worst at shedding that you can imagine. They are beautiful and gorgeous, but people get overwhelmed. I spent several hours every week combing them out. People gave up their dogs because of the work in having them, and they still loved them. You can make these dogs relatively non-shedding by blowing them out with a leaf blower or something, but that only lasts a few days. I adore these dogs, but I don't recommend them. You better really really really love them to have them. They are very sweet, but so is a lab. So is a mutt. I know they are adorably cute, and they have a personality to match, but you pay for this. They are super hard to own just because of their shedding.
Honestly thank you for this comment! The shedding would honestly be the main problem for me, but these dogs are just so incredibly beautiful! I wish there was a similar breed that had hair mixed with fur so it wouldn’t be as much of a problem. They are just so eye catching and beautiful!
@@sire2215 They are certainly beautiful and definitely sweet. If you want to TRY one, you could always join dog rescue and foster. That's how I got into it. First, I had this neighbor with this GORGEOUS sweet dog, and I later found out it was a Samoyed. Then when I got out of college, I joined a Samoyed Rescue. Then I had several that I fostered, then I got a dog that really needed some help, he was neglected before, he was a mix, and he was just wonderful, so I kept him. I knew exactly what I was getting into when I adopted him. Another word of caution, when you bathe them, you have to be VERY CAREFUL to remove all soap. If you don't, a week, two weeks, maybe even 3 weeks later, they'll get a hot spot. I would dump my dogs in the bathtub, soap them up, completely immerse them to wash them out, empty the tub, refill it, and rinse them again. Took about 2 hours. Then a night to dry to dampness, then a day of combing them out in the next day afternoon, partially, then Sunday to finish the job. They have to be brushed frequently, or they will develop mats. Most dogs enjoy being combed out so it's a pleasant experience unless you hit a snag. You want to use a rake.
Our hardly shed, but we lived in northern New Hampshire. Indeed, he hated to come in the house in the winter, we made an igloo which he and the other dogs slept in.
@@stephenkennedy8305 How old are your dogs? First 2 years isn't too bad, but as they age, they shed more. Indoor dogs live twice as long as outdoor dogs, seriously. When they are young, they are hardy. As your dogs get older, I bet they want to be inside. I live in Sunnyvale, California. We have very consistent weather, we don't get snow. We only have like August when it gets really hot.
@@sire2215 They are gorgeous dogs, certainly, but the shedding is something else. It's like having 4 huskies when you have ONE samoyed. But these dogs are VERY sweet. The closest thing you can get to a living teddy bear. I do miss mine still, and they've been dead 7 and 10 years respectively. Such wonderful dogs IF you have the stamina to own one, and the vaccuum cleaner...
We had a Samoyed, Shannon and a German Shepherd Wolf mix, Whiskey. The Whiskey would go out and barks at ice houses. Meanwhile Shannon was crawling across the ice. When the fisherman came out to yell at Whiskey, Shannon would grab the fish.
I’ve had two Samoyeds and they were the smartest, friendliest and well behaved dogs I have ever seen or been around. Our male Samoyed was pure love and wanted to please us every way he could, now I will admit they shed very badly but so does the dust in my home. They require a lot of brushing to remove the down undercoat and it helps with the so called ‘blow’ when they shed their undercoat, but don’t worry or get upset this breed is so beautiful, loving and ready to please you can’t help but love them. Our male Samoyed was like a human in a dog’s body, however our female, well.. she was another story. She was two years younger than our male and she thought she was Alfa dog. She was beautiful, friendly yet wanted everything her way or no way. They’re both gone now but would I get another Samoyed or Samoyeds…YES…YES…YES! They were the best and bought so much love into my life it’s still hard to look at their photos now, and it’s been 12 years, and keep from getting teary eyed. I miss there smiling faces every day.
I’ve never met a friendlier breed, and they’re so patient with kids and small dogs (supervision is always advised). I’ve had my Samoyed, Ghost, for over 10 years and he’s the most intelligent, gentle, opinionated and loyal companion. He voices his opinion and argues with me about things he wants 😆 he’s not at all food motivated, which makes training challenging, and he still pulls on walks despite his age. Can confirm that everybody wants a pat when we’re walking and if not then they usually comment on how clean he is (he’s not, it’s an illusion), or they’ll wish me a good drag 🚶🏻♀️
Got a nine year old male. Yes to all ten points. He have pretty extreme attention deficit, very passionate about most things, curious about everything.. Mine is a brilliant companion for hiking and tenting except the warmest days. I'm looking forward to come home to him every single day!
we had two beautiful female Samoyeds. Both lived to 14 years old. They filled our lives with so much joy and love. While some of the things you mentioned we experienced, we enjoyed every fun moment with each of them. Sweet memories. Gorgeous dogs. Loving companions. I can just see our two girls running through the drifts of fluffy snow in the heavens.
Due to my absolute Love of big dogs, Sammy's have always appealed to me due to that beautiful white coat. Living in South Florida means I have to base decisions on how comfortable they will be in a high temperature environment and this is simply not the place for Sammy's, Malamutes or other thickly coated dogs. I am sensitive to their needs as well as my own and though I would LOVE LOVE LOVE to adopt one, I have to agree that they would be better suited to a cooler climate. Thanks for your insights, it was very helpful.
Hello, thanks for the video, I'm planning to get a Samoyed soon, and I need an advice please : 1- So I'm basically a Doctor, I work everyday 6 hours a day, I can leave the puppy with a family member but somedays it will have to stay alone for those 6 hours. 2- I have a house where l spend 9 months, without a garden but close to a Park And the summer house with a garden and at the beach, for more fun maybe. 3- My compagnon is allergic to some air particles, don't know about dogs but heaed that Samoyeds are hypoallergenic, will it work ? 4- It's my first animal to be adopted, so basically I don't have any experience, will it be hard to train the Samoyed? And so, is it a good idea to get a Samoyed? Thanks for answering
We’ve had 3, and we’re planning for our 4th mid next year. They just don’t live as long as you’d hope… But with every Samoyed we’ve owned, it’s always been the same. Their motto is “I do what I want, not what I’m told.”
Super agree! I have a 2 yrs male who looks just like yours. the attention-getting part is the hardest because he just doesn't like it and barks a lot. So frustrating 😅
This video is fair about the potential issues. Sadly, I think it should be said that like many larger dogs, Samoyeds do not have the longest life expectancy. One of mine only made it to eight years, the other one, ten. On the other hand, they are fun-loving, natural mood boosters who pack a lot of living in their time with us❤
I'm on my second Samoyed, the two were from totally different bloodlines and YES! All 10 of these characteristics are true. The nuances change a little from one dog to another, but they are in fact very common in the breed. But I think the main ones are: Stubbornness, hair everywhere and attracting attention... if you don't have patience with stubbornness, don't like hair in your house, clothes and even in food and don't like interacting with strangers and, especially, with children on the street, it's better to rethink... if you don't have problems with that, have one, they are WONDERFUL
Im actually very happy i watchdd this, because i have ton of experience with dogs like a Samoyed, i have a bernedoodle and it fits a samoyed almost perfectly. Other than the shedding part. So im happy to say i will probably get a samoyed in the future 👍
Amazingly informative, thank you. We have lost our beloved english bulldog Tony and are starting to look for breeds which would fit in in our active and loving family. We live very high up in the north of Sweden, close to the arctic circle so the dog we will adopt will have to be able to sustain extremely harsh winters (we had -40.2 this year), love to walk, run and pull and be super sociable to humans and animals alike. Samoyed are making our list!
My dog is like mixed Samoyed and Jindo mostly Korean traditional mix dog.. he ended his life last week and I do understand now his personality more regarding your video. Thank you. I hope you and your dog have wonderful days every moment. ❤
I have a somoyed and she rarely barks. Only when she sees something she wants like a squirrel... or wants to play with another dog. Other than that, she never barks ❤
If your dog doesn’t need a harness don’t put one on them. Your enabling them pulling you from their chest and shoulders. Unless your dog is working like a husky or doing weights or has breathing problems it should NOT have a harness on if they are prone to pulling
As another samoyed owner, I can confirm everything is true here 😂 Their stubborness, not wanting to listen (if they already focus on something that's super interesting like a deer) definitely make it challenging to train. Mine can be left alone for several hours without being noisy (I have a doggie camera & usually the land cloud will just stay calm unless other dogs bark outside). About them being vocal and can lead someone else who's not familiar to this breed to think that they're aggressive is very relatable. It's not until someone who has an even older samoyed than mine explained to me about it, I'd never realized. My girl is never be the one who barks first unless you're a cat or a dog who barks at her. Anyways, you guys have inspired me to travel with my samoyed and she's gonna travel to her 5th country now ❤️ it's gonna be tricky about food since she only wants to eat a specific rawfood brand so getting accommodations with freezer is a must 😭 She's a bit older than Felix but still going strong! (and stubborn 😂)
I’ve had 3 Samoyeds. All of them have been fussy about food. Our current Samoyed Angel eats raw food. She is difficult to train as not food oriented. She has the Samoyed selective hearing, she heard you but…. Luckily we found an excellent professional groomer locally. She pulls if she spots a squirrel 🐿️ 🐱 etc. and she does not always like to be crowded by people or other dogs
I always wished to have a Samoyed.. however, i live in a tropical country.. his double coat is not suitable for these climatic conditions.. rather, now I 😂watch Samoyed videos and feel happy to see their smiley faces..
If I may add another comment. The fun of having our Samoyed was the fact that he was stubborn and argumentative. We would laugh like crazy. Our Sammy always outsmarted my brother (owner) and the moms. Don’t worry about dog being stubborn!
If you are considering a Samoyed then be advised this video is pretty spot on accurate! We've raised, bred and shown Sam's for over 40 years. We've never been without them from as many as 5 to the two we currently have (M 7yrs/F 2yrs). Match your dog with your patience, ability to care for what THEY need, your energy, your home, your kids, what your REALITY is. Once you bring a Samoyed into your life your life will never return to "normal". For us these "10 reasons" are simply things that you must recognize and manage. We've trained them. Our current Male even made it to Photographer's/Art model. Our Female on the other hand refuses to be manipulated at all. But, so be it. We have had so many for so long that they are a "genetic" part of our family. Like all family members you have to make room for their quirks, character and personality. No two are the same. But, be advised, don't get a Samoyed unless you are prepared to be owned by them body, heart and soul, quirks, character, personality, and every other thing this video mentions. To us such things management issues. The indomitable heart of a Samoyed and their ability to become an inseparable member of the family so far outweigh the "10 reasons" that we have never wished to own any other breed. But, go in with your eyes wide open, or don't go in at all.
I stayed with a friend when he was dog sitting a Samoyed. She was the mouthiest, cuddliest, snobbiest, sweetest, biggest jerk ever and I loved her more than words can express.
We have Samoyed and we love her. Great dog. Your 10 reasons are right on but once you have one you immediately fall,in love and forget all her bad habits.
I've owned 3 samoyeds and all the facts are 100% true probably except the cuddling one. my samoyed all loved cuddles. I would have added that if they get dirty, cleaning / glooming them is time consuming and labour intensive- and poop butt is no joke
I have a Husky and an Alaskan Malamute/Husky Mix. Of course they are sled dogs too, have lots of hair, sometimes stubborn, I had that eating problem with my male Husky when he was very young. Sometimes I'm thinking of to get a Samoyed but that barking is a problem. Thanks for sharing this video with us! I'm serious with people when I tell People about huskies. Huskies are not for anyone.
We got our first Samoyed in 1978. It ruined us for any other breed. All these things you say are true and some. The females we have had are mighty huntresses. They like to talk and sing too. My son started breeding and showing Samoyeds and has done well. We have learned a lot from his training for shows and it has helped with the pulling. This happened after about 20 years of Samoyed ownership but better late than never. We love our floofs. They bring so much joy to our lives.
Our Nanook is exactly the same 😊 he barks when he digs on the beach, he barks a lot and lots of people think he is aggressive. But he loves everyone. He doesn’t pull tho 😬 not yet at least 😂
I had one and My Telli was my heart of dogs. I had a Samoyed, Norwegian Elkhound, German Shepherd, Akita, with a Siberian Husky. They all were Sweet Beautiful, Adorable Brothers, that followed my Telli, the Samoyed. Never not one problem. It's all in house you raise and put the time into them. 🩵💚💙💕💜💜
Nice video and thank you for the information! I have a 3 years old Border Collie and in the upcoming month I'll be getting a Samoyed to be his little brother. I am extremely excited! The Samoyed that we'll be getting is too young to leave his mothers side at the moment so we are taking our time and waiting for the right time. Since my Border Collie is also really active, I'm hoping they will be a good match.
I also have a 1 year old samoyed who is an extremely picky eater! He would rather go hungry than to eat something he doesn't like (not just his food, but treats too) 🙃 What have you found Felix likes best for his meals/treats?
All true, of course it may vary based on the specific dog character, but my Samoyed matches most of the points 100%. Still, I love him so much. He is the gratest dog on the planet. Greetings for you guys, thank you for sharing your videos.
I had a Samoyed for 14 years., Absolutely most friendly loving dog in the world. I agree with your video except mine never barked unless there was really something wrong. My neighbor even told me they loved having him next door because in a way he was a good watch dog in that he would only bark if something really needed human attention.
I love our Samoyed, and especially his stubborn and "alpha" attitude. It cracks me up, and of course, we don't let him bully other dogs or small children. I agree with the other person that posted our life is enriched for having our Koda Bear in it. Thanks for the post.
Have Samoyeds for 56 years now! Now still 3. They go all over with me. Would never be without one!!! With patience can be well trained on or off lead. Even know two who do dog dancing!! And can beat collies at agility !! Interact with them as much as you can and they will be the best dog ever. Cuddles: I don’t grab them for cuddles - they come to me and want some. Especially in bed in the morning!! Best family dogs for active families ever.
We've got a 6 year old sammy. Many of the things apply, but not all. For example, ours only barks once a week (if that) and is extremely food driven. Pretty much everything else applies to our dog too.
Your video was very helpful. Informative, truthful, the good and the bad. I love these dogs, I just don’t think I could fulfill the exercise demand they require. And the grooming chore as well. Don’t think it would be a good choice for me being a first time owner on my own. Sigh. Too bad. I’ve always loved their looks and style ❤
Due to having Samoyeds in our house for over twenty years i can confirm all of this but not all those reasons are negative. Plus the fact that having a Samoyed in your family will enrich your life tenfold. They are a fantastic breed for families, no smelly dog odour after petting, they are loving, loyal, patient, obediant(when properly trained) & make friends with anyone who wants to be friends, animal or human. I wouldnt have any other breed about the house after owning Samoyeds. Beautiful souls.
I totally agree with you 100%! Our Samoyed Frost fills our hearts with joy every day. They do calm down as they get older. He is almost 12 and he is super intelligent. He loves people and wants to meet everyone we encounter during our walks. He is also super protective. It's so true that they don't have any smell. Frost only barks at large trucks that go by during our walks. He is pretty much pretty quiet around the house.
Honestly, that's how I feel about my Keeshond. I just wish they weren't so rare anymore. Sammys seem a bit easier to acquire. I wouldn't mind a mix breed of the two either. So, also looking at the eurasier (I think it's spelled?) which IIRC also has keeshond and samoyed mixed with a couple other breeds.
@@magstrid4295 You don't want them to be common if you care about them. I used to foster for Samoyeds, because there was a little craze in California for them, because they are beautiful and nice dogs. I adore them - BUT if they are hard to own. They shed an incredible amount, and people would give them up for that reason alone.
You need to be matched with your dog. I was willing to spend a few hours a week combing them out and giving up an entire weekend to properly bathe and groom them once a month. I'm a rarity. I would do this for dogs, I was temporary owner of, to give them up to people that promised to do it for the rest of their lives.
and they smile!
Do they guard your house or it's just for the show?
I have had a male Samoyed for over 9 years, and what you say is spot on, except the barking; whilst Samoyeds are known to be "vocal", mine only barks about twice a year whether he needs to or not! But as a companion, he is second-to-none. Truly wonderful dogs!
One of mine bark to let us know that she wants something while my other one doesn't bark at all and they are brother and sister. It's just individual personality I think
Mine would generally whine, but they also used physical interaction to make their wants known. I really loved my dogs. I miss them coming up to me and nudging me to be pet or picked up. They are very sweet, but hard to own dogs. I will always remember them, they certainly improved my life, and I was very happy and fortunate to have them.
I don't miss the massive amounts of hair they produced though :) Such sweet, and demanding dogs.
I used to foster for these dogs, I kept the best two out of 20. I will never have that opportunity again. I needed them, and they needed me. Just a wonderful relationship I had. I will never be able to duplicate that. If anything deserves an afterlife, they do, and if there is no afterlife, I welcome oblivion as well. What a terrible thing I had to do to put them down. Worst thing I ever had to do, but it was a merciful death. I won't get that.
ours loved to go woo-woo more than the barking. but there was plenty of barking too. they love to sing the song of their people!
All is this is right on, but we
would not trade ours for any other.
Our 2nd one. Simply love Him!!!
My 9 year old male samoyed isnt that picky, he is lovely on the leash, when he was a puppy i trained that everytime he pulled, i made him stop. it really worked. BUT when he sees another dog or something else he wants to do, it all goes out the window. I agree with all of this. Saying that, he is the most in tune dog aswell. I call him my own nurse because he literally licks my tears away. Kisses and love all day long and he is my best friend. I love every day with him. If you can get a samoyed, i would recommend them. Very soulful caring dogs.
I agree with u. They r so loving that they'll make u forget any other human companions 😂
@@Goodie477 Yeah all you need is sammy
Thank you for being such responsible pet owners. It’s clear that Felix has a special bond with the two of you and that you’ve put a great deal of work into training him. ❤
Responsible?
--The Samoyed requires daily brushing.
-And spending so much time with a dog generates attachment.
-You can not feed your dog with a lot of meat (even chicken).
-You don't need to walk 3 hours every day. The need to think that they did a good job in any activity is what a dog values.
Most of the problems they mention are more because they "don't really know how to treat the Samoyed". So they did what they could along the way (literally, the Samoyed doesn't even require more than a bath every 2 months, brushing it daily is enough).
In fact no one should be bathing his dogs. It is enough to brush them mostly, the earth dries up and falls off on its own after a few hours. only the ones with almost no fur because their skin can retain bacteria.
I'm a pet lover
She is soooo picky when it comes to eating. But she wants to eat my cats!
She’s not responsible, she complains about her dog pulling but she has a harness on it which enables the strongest parts of their body to pull
My unneutered male Samoyed lived to be 13.5 years previously. He never barked. He was a magnificent animal. Our current Samoyed is almost 14 . We got her for our daughter when she was 8 years old. They are very bonded. I cannot imagine life without our Samoyed. She is into everything we do and we find this to be very charming. She has a very good diet of sardines, herring, fresh organs (chicken and beef livers, gizzards, hearts, etc.), fresh vegetables , Hills" WD " kibble and Dr Marty's "Nature's Blend". She is very healthy in spite of being diabetic. She has lost weight (now 50 lbs) and no longer gets IVDD because of that.
Yes - Samoyeds are expensive and require good food, exercise and companionship. Of course, they require vaccinations and vet visits. We figure that we spend about $130-$150/month on ours, apart from the initial cost.(Ours was $1,400 14 years ago.)
You will find yourself falling in love with this dog. They are gentle and extremely loyal and bonded with their families. Don't expect this dog to be left in the backyard in a cage!!
I cannot imagine life without her. Her beautiful smile has lifted my mood 10,000 times. Thank God for Samoyeds! What a sublime creature from the hand of God!
How did your dog get diabetes?
So are they stubborn because they got neutered? I would be too tbh
@@legs8714 No- if anything, they are more manageable after being neutered.
@@Praisethesunson She just developed it at age 7.
She just started to be diabetic at age 7.@@Praisethesunson
I have a samoyed for nearly 10 years now.he is definitely very clever open doors and windows,but also I found him very obedient aswell. ilove everything about him except the tons of hair❤❤❤
Yeah I was shocked to see my cookie stands up walk, nd opens the doors.. very intelligent tht she finds the tricks we make to escape her nd started to go ahead of us to the door to go out first 😂
Agree with everything you’ve said…. I was frustrated for the first months (so much energy and stubbornness) but eventually my Sammy wore me down and we negotiated terms of living together. 😆😆 Then I adopted a second Sammy. If you can’t beat them, join them. ❤
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two Sams is the way to go, then they entertain each other a lot of the time, so it's not so much work.
I love them! I just got another puppy from La Casa De La Nieve kennels, omg the fluffiness is heartmelting!
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It's so nice to know that these traits are the same with most Samoyeds! I have a male one that is one and a half and It felt like these behaviours only happened with him, as you never see anyone else talking about these things. So THANK YOU for sharing this ❤
OK, I need to warn you to prepare you. I used to foster for these dogs, and they're pretty easy to own until about 2. At 2, they really start to shed. Your dog has BARELY shed yet.
The reason I did foster, is because they're really cute dogs, they're fun, and affectionate, and they are just overall great - then they get to 2, and shed and shed and shed and shed. People get over-whelmed with it.
My friend in rescue used to bring their dog out on a grooming table, and blow their coat out with a leaf blower. It looked like it was snowing. Birds will clean up. Got to be careful with that too, if you hit their ears with the blower, you can hurt them.
You are going to have to get used to grooming them a lot.
You can turn their hair into yarn as well. You can find people that will do it.
@fuzzywzhe I'm fully aware of the shedding and how bad it can be. That stuff doesn't bother me at all. I did a lot of research before getting our boy. You just don't see anyone talking about the more difficult traits. People online usually only post the fun cute stuff and not all these other behaviours etc.
@@gemmagale3591 Had an adult Samoyed before?
I did plenty of research. I did dog rescue to make certain I could be a good caretaker, and the biggest nightmare is that I had FOUR of them for about 4 months. If I wasn't working, I was combing.
Since I fostered, I concentrate on the worst aspects of the dog. Beyond the shedding is how needy they are. I like needy dogs, but it even taxed me.
I don't regret having my dogs at ALL, but man, so much work.
We got Samoyeds dumped in rescue for a reason. They are NOT for casual owners. I had labs as a kid, they were downright easy.
Leaf blower works well, but BE CAREFUL, and the dog should be on a grooming table so they can't suddenly move their head. You can blow out an eardrum.
Oh yeah, here's another recommendation - get them a show collar instead of a normal collar. A show collar is a nylon choke. When it's not in use, it hangs loose, and it won't break their hair. Be certain it's not too long or they can step into it and this will hobble them - that's happened to one of my dogs - the choke should be just big enough to fit over their head without you having to stuff it on. If your dog is free to roam the woods, I would NOT suggest they have this sort of collar, because it can snag on something and your dog might get stuck somewhere, immobilized.
They are very comfortable, and they basically disappear into the fur.
Put the tags on the OTHER end than you connect the leash to. If you put tags on the same end you connect the leash to, eventually you're going to hook the rings of the tags, and once your dog pulls, it will pull the rings apart.
@fuzzywzhe my auntie has always had samoyeds all of her life - male and female. I appreciate your advice but 1, I didn't ask for it and 2 you're coming off as judgemental. You know nothing about me nor do you know how much I know. So please stop preaching..
@@gemmagale3591 Judgmental? HAHA.
Well, you're not pleasant to talk to anymore. So I'll just stop talking with you.
Totally agree 😂! I own one, she’s 15 months old and sometimes drives me crazy, it’s been a year I have no peace anymore, but I love her! The only thing that is different is that she loves cuddles.
Well, the first 3 years are more difficult...then you get used 😄 . Mine is 4 years old and almost everybody is asking us if she's a puppy.
Mine loves cuddles too... she becomes quiet nd mesmerized when I cuddle her.
Can confirm all of this 😂. My Samoyed is almost 2 and being trained as a service dog, it drives me crazy and the training often feels impossible , but in time we will get there. Luckily I love my big goof to the moon and back. 😑 I think his stubbornness and reactivity is the worst. He demands to greet every animal and dog he sees and sounds so aggressive to those unfamiliar with the breed.😅
Oh my goodness. I've worked with training service dogs. I can imagine the difficulty you're experiencing trying to train a samoyed to be one. I'm certain you both will get there in time. They do love their family and owners! 😊
I'm wanting to get a samoyed and train them as a service dog too! What program did you go through for training?
I'm thinking of getting a dog in future but Most of the dogs I hear about are stubborn😂. I don't think it bothers me cause I'm stubborn too,like both of us are going to be stubborn together😂
He is so lovely. My samoyed died in July after 14 years and I miss him so much. 💜
Thank you. I'm considering getting a Sammy puppy at some point and want to make sure it is the right decision. I appreciate you stating the bad with the good so people can make educated decisions on the breed.
I have had two Samoyeds and they were the most loving friendly dogs ever. Every day i used to stare at them and pet them because they were the most beautiful dogs ever.
@@debramackenzie2425 I ended up adopting a Great Pyrenees from the local shelter. She is 5 now. She is the best!
I adopted a Pomeranian from a shelter. She is a wreck. One tooth, old, tumor removed, bad heart, deaf, going blind.
Watching this is exactly my Poms personality! I hear they are a relative of your breed. Yes exactly. Wow. Incredibly stubborn. It’s been a year and while I’ve made little progress in training her, she has made leaps and bounds in training me. When goals are impossible, love and acceptance is another kind of happiness. This is a dog unlike any animal I’ve ever known. I do not recommend even though I accept & love her.
yeah, Poms are the tiniest Spitz dogs, and they are very similar in temperament. sweet little guys, but you have to out-stubborn them to get anywhere.
Totally agree! We have two beautiful Samoyeds and they bring us so much joy. ❤
I have had Samoyed’s for 53 years - shortly after getting a new puppy I always sadly say it is just another stubborn Sam. I think they are the most intelligent- clever and as stated willing to do only what they want to do. I love this breed passionately. I enjoyed this video.
This should be called, "10 Reasons why lazy or irresponsible people should not get a Samoyed." He is such a beautiful beast! My dog was a malamute/husky mix. If she was not walked 2x a day (or one really long hike), she would just climb over the 5 foot wall and take herself out for exercise. We would get a phone call from someone 2 miles away saying, "we have your dog, she was just jogging down the street." I loved her unique personality and independent spirit! I just had to learn how to feed all those wild sides correctly so that we were both happy companions, just like you do with your beautiful Samoyed!
Oh man this is so true I had the same breed mix and just like that.
My Samoyed is 9 months got him at 5. A lot of these are accurate! He is stubborn, loud, and pulls. He however loves food. We got a trainer early on because we have two old dogs and it helped so much!!!
I have an 8 month old Samoyed hes adorable , I always had Malamutes before but when my boy passed away we decided to get a Samoyed. I think as we always had malamutes we were ready for the stuborn puppy. He is doing so well with his training the biggest issue is he wants to say hello to everyone so its hard to keep his attention and like my malamutes he learns quickly but will do it on his terms . One thing I didn't expect was just how vocal he is like many have said its when he's happy. I brush him every night which keeps his coat matt free, lick mats are amazing for that.
Having a Samoyed for almost 3 years now, watching this video I had the feeling that I was looking at a description of mine. Nice to know that all this is kind of normal for Samoyeds. Now I love her even more. (if this is possible :-))
My Sammy was the best fun run trainer I ever had. Great for travels, and great humor. Miss him still
I had a Samoyed years ago. My experience is somewhat different from the one you're having with your Sammy. My Sammy rarely barked. Also, I found my Sammy to be very intelligent - but more like a cat's intelligence in that they "get it" when they want to "get it" don't understand you at all when they don't. Also, I took my dog to formal training classes which worked out better than my attempts at home training. There was something about the discipline there that helped both of us - and they do say that training classes are really for the human so that they learn how to interact with their dog. After the class, my Sammy would "heel" on command and I never did have a pulling issue. However, you are very right about their stubbornness. My Sammy hated to be in the backyard unless a human was there. She started finding ways to make it over our 6 foot fence and go wandering. Unfortunately, that is how she died after being hit by a truck. I loved my Samoyed - they are very wonderful dogs.
He's gorgeous. Thank you for putting the cons out there because they're doable for me!
The part about attracting attention is no joke. Atlas is a service animal, and everyone wants to pet him. Then they see the do not pet patch on his harness and they are almost angry. Or there gets to be line of people wanting to pet him and take a picture with him. 😵💫 Most of the time I let people pet him. Especially those little kids that are staring at him and can't stop staring. A simple "do you want to pet him?" And they can't say a word but shake their head yes enthusiastically. Too cute. He gets worn out from people though, and if there are too many people trying to pet him he looks at me like "are we done Dad?" I have to pick him up for a cuddle every so often when we are in big crowds. They are big babies, even though they have a ferocious bark. #SamoyedLife
I am looking to adopt a Samoyed x husky and came across your video. How wonderful you made this to inform future owners. It's so sad when people buy pets without much consideration and the poor animal ends up in a shelter or gets neglected... and there are sooo many on the rescue sites. Your video is so very shot and enjoyable to watch at the same time ❤
all the reasons above to NOT get a Samoyed also aplies to a Husky.. and as a Husky owner you can add 1 more: the "sassiness" the Husky will challange you and defy your rules just to see you get mad.
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All 10 reasons you mentioned -> I know them so well 😂❤ I have two male samoyeds. Brothers, 6yrs and 4yrs. Only the food pickiness has passed, thankfully 🥳. But I love the stubborness, the independent thinking and the need to greet almost everything 😂🎉 They love to learn new stuff, but I also love the communication of the stubborness they give me 😊❤
But ofc, I too have counted to ten sometimes both out of a little frustration and not to break into laugther quite often 😂
Thank you for making the effort to communicate what a samoyed need and what to except for people thinking of getting one ❤
I've raised Samoyeds for nearly 20 yrs, they were all known as "the happy barking dog" in the neighborhood! Yes barking is their favorite pastime!
I have a Samoyed and a Samsky. They are not stubborn, very smart and obedient. You do need to know how to train them, they really don't like a firm and hand. We use a lot of shaping to teach them and that really sticks.
Hunting is one of our biggest challenges. The Samsky is pretty good and reliable around Wildlife. We Used the book from Simone Mueller Hunting together. The Samoyed has still a way to go in that department. We are making progress.
Exercise is why we got these rescues. We love canicrossing (running with your dog attached to you on a bungee line) and Step Jøring (kick biking with your dog attached to your Kick bike with a bungee line). They can pull their little hearts out and they will be chill the rest of the day. I wouldn't get a sled dog unless you have plans to let them pull. Otherwise they can be very enjoying to walk. Our dogs don't pull on normal walks, only when they are wearing their pulling harness.
Grooming is a lot of work. I can't live without my K9 dryblower :) Buy an expensive one, it will change your life!
Food is not a problem for our dogs, they eat about anything. Fish is the big favourite.
The sounds they make can be annoying. I got used to it and try to keep it to a minimum. When they are exited to go for a run they are loud :).
The Samsky likes to be scratched and pampered. The Samoyed thinks he is a lapdog and snuggles with us all day.
If you live a a very warm and humid country, don't get a Samoyed. It's really hard for them to lose the heat. You can not exercise them properly without risking heatstroke. They are also at greater risk to get skin problems when its to hot for them.
I think they are great dogs, very sweet and kind towards people. I find them really silly and full of personality. They make me laugh a lot.
If you want the fluffy looks, but not the all the running and pulling you could consider a Eurasier. Calmer and easier to train too.
I have been extra Math to a samojed. It was fantastic. She loved to socialize with everybody, she didn't bark at all, yes she loved to move and draw, hide and seek etc. It is a demanding dog. But so much of a real dog and very funny.
Samoyed are affectionate, cute, friendly dogs..lucky to have one..
We just adopted a male Samojed, 5 weeks ago, 3 years old, to join our male Alaskam Malamute 16 months old, and we approve everything said in this video. Soo true. But we knew it beforehand, and they have the best life together now.
We have 2 Samoyeds and they are stubborn, naughty, needy, picky eaters except for their treats and definitely attract people. However; they are sweet, gentle and add so much happiness to the daily life.
P.S. I have found an amazing groomer that cares for the Sammie’s every 2 weeks as I am not able to brush them without a lot of effort.
I've had the joy of owning 2 Sammys in my life..they can be a challenge but I miss them both dearly
Oh my goodness! I agree with basically everything except the smart part. We had a chow samoyed mix named Biscuit. He looked exactly like your Felix, but had the notoriously black/purple tongue of the chow chow. If we knew his personality would be what it was, Biscuit would not have been his name. We were sad he didn't like to cuddle either. We picked him from the litter of four at 3 weeks old, and brought him home at 8 weeks. Biscuit was very intelligent and adding that to his stubbornness, it made training him worse. He graduated from 2 obedience classes/schools doing everything almost perfectly. Got home, and right back to listening only if he wanted to. We were both military and had to move to a duty station that unfortunately made it too difficult to keep him. We gave him to family friends. Samoyeds are very unique dogs. They do require knowledgeable dog owners with prior experience. This video of yours was awesome. Felix seems very much like Biscuit. Big, beautiful, fluffy, fun-loving, active fur babes. Thanks for sharing.😊❤
I have one and theres one trick we didn’t learn him which is KISSING he just does it when our faces are close AND I LOVE IT!❤❤❤❤
I walk a Samoyed I’ve been with her for almost a year. This is pretty accurate to my experience. I love her she’s such a dog!
I know a guy who trained his sammy K9 programme. He walks him around the streets with no leash and the dog listens to him perfectly. But that's the only one example among all samoyeds I've met in my town.
Samoyed owner here
Definitely agree with…
1 stubborn - oh yes, big time!
3 hard to train - as above & treats only work so much
5 hair everywhere - weekly brush minimum
7 picky eater - took a while to find a brand she likes, and even then she sometimes skips a meal
8 pack dogs - can’t leave alone long, maybe 2-3 hours max and only if she’s already had a longish walk
9 attract lots of attention - all the time!
However, we haven’t had these issues…
2 pulling - not an issue, she walks well on the lead
4 barking - not too bad, only when very excited
6 cuddling - she loves it
10 exercise - ours likes to play more than walk
My young boyhood best friend was a Sammy. It's been 70 years since I lost her and I still grieve.
I used to do dog fostering and rescue for these dogs. The main reason not to get one, is they shed more than you can imagine. I was well known at work at the guy that had a Samoyed because I left hair everywhere. My desk chair was covered with it, no matter how careful I was. I never wore black.
They are sweet and wonderful dogs, but don't underestimate how difficult it is to have such a dog. I vacuumed everyday. The hair weaves into your clothing. When you see somebody displaying this dog online here, it's right after after they vacuumed, I guarantee it.
The reason rescue existed for these dogs, is predominately how much they shed. It's enormous. You can't underestimate it, they are the worst at shedding that you can imagine. They are beautiful and gorgeous, but people get overwhelmed. I spent several hours every week combing them out. People gave up their dogs because of the work in having them, and they still loved them.
You can make these dogs relatively non-shedding by blowing them out with a leaf blower or something, but that only lasts a few days.
I adore these dogs, but I don't recommend them. You better really really really love them to have them. They are very sweet, but so is a lab. So is a mutt.
I know they are adorably cute, and they have a personality to match, but you pay for this. They are super hard to own just because of their shedding.
Honestly thank you for this comment! The shedding would honestly be the main problem for me, but these dogs are just so incredibly beautiful! I wish there was a similar breed that had hair mixed with fur so it wouldn’t be as much of a problem. They are just so eye catching and beautiful!
@@sire2215 They are certainly beautiful and definitely sweet.
If you want to TRY one, you could always join dog rescue and foster. That's how I got into it.
First, I had this neighbor with this GORGEOUS sweet dog, and I later found out it was a Samoyed. Then when I got out of college, I joined a Samoyed Rescue. Then I had several that I fostered, then I got a dog that really needed some help, he was neglected before, he was a mix, and he was just wonderful, so I kept him.
I knew exactly what I was getting into when I adopted him.
Another word of caution, when you bathe them, you have to be VERY CAREFUL to remove all soap. If you don't, a week, two weeks, maybe even 3 weeks later, they'll get a hot spot.
I would dump my dogs in the bathtub, soap them up, completely immerse them to wash them out, empty the tub, refill it, and rinse them again. Took about 2 hours. Then a night to dry to dampness, then a day of combing them out in the next day afternoon, partially, then Sunday to finish the job.
They have to be brushed frequently, or they will develop mats. Most dogs enjoy being combed out so it's a pleasant experience unless you hit a snag. You want to use a rake.
Our hardly shed, but we lived in northern New Hampshire. Indeed, he hated to come in the house in the winter, we made an igloo which he and the other dogs slept in.
@@stephenkennedy8305 How old are your dogs? First 2 years isn't too bad, but as they age, they shed more. Indoor dogs live twice as long as outdoor dogs, seriously. When they are young, they are hardy. As your dogs get older, I bet they want to be inside.
I live in Sunnyvale, California. We have very consistent weather, we don't get snow. We only have like August when it gets really hot.
@@sire2215 They are gorgeous dogs, certainly, but the shedding is something else. It's like having 4 huskies when you have ONE samoyed. But these dogs are VERY sweet. The closest thing you can get to a living teddy bear. I do miss mine still, and they've been dead 7 and 10 years respectively. Such wonderful dogs IF you have the stamina to own one, and the vaccuum cleaner...
We had a Samoyed, Shannon and a German Shepherd Wolf mix, Whiskey. The Whiskey would go out and barks at ice houses. Meanwhile Shannon was crawling across the ice. When the fisherman came out to yell at Whiskey, Shannon would grab the fish.
I’ve had two Samoyeds and they were the smartest, friendliest and well behaved dogs I have ever seen or been around. Our male Samoyed was pure love and wanted to please us every way he could, now I will admit they shed very badly but so does the dust in my home. They require a lot of brushing to remove the down undercoat and it helps with the so called ‘blow’ when they shed their undercoat, but don’t worry or get upset this breed is so beautiful, loving and ready to please you can’t help but love them. Our male Samoyed was like a human in a dog’s body, however our female, well.. she was another story. She was two years younger than our male and she thought she was Alfa dog. She was beautiful, friendly yet wanted everything her way or no way. They’re both gone now but would I get another Samoyed or Samoyeds…YES…YES…YES! They were the best and bought so much love into my life it’s still hard to look at their photos now, and it’s been 12 years, and keep from getting teary eyed. I miss there smiling faces every day.
I wish I could share a photo to my comment to show how beautiful my two Sammy’s were.
I’ve never met a friendlier breed, and they’re so patient with kids and small dogs (supervision is always advised). I’ve had my Samoyed, Ghost, for over 10 years and he’s the most intelligent, gentle, opinionated and loyal companion. He voices his opinion and argues with me about things he wants 😆 he’s not at all food motivated, which makes training challenging, and he still pulls on walks despite his age.
Can confirm that everybody wants a pat when we’re walking and if not then they usually comment on how clean he is (he’s not, it’s an illusion), or they’ll wish me a good drag 🚶🏻♀️
Got a nine year old male. Yes to all ten points. He have pretty extreme attention deficit, very passionate about most things, curious about everything.. Mine is a brilliant companion for hiking and tenting except the warmest days. I'm looking forward to come home to him every single day!
My brother was taught to walk by the Samoyed my parents had!!!! Wish he'd been around when I was born😊
Thank you. This is such a precious video for potential Samoyed owner like me :)
I just got a samoyed puppy 2 weeks ago. I adore him.
Also the barking is insane hehe
we had two beautiful female Samoyeds. Both lived to 14 years old. They filled our lives with so much joy and love. While some of the things you mentioned we experienced, we enjoyed every fun moment with each of them. Sweet memories. Gorgeous dogs. Loving companions. I can just see our two girls running through the drifts of fluffy snow in the heavens.
I have one .. he is my life .. ur right in everything u said .. but he is the love 🥰
One benefit of having a Sammy (my aunt had 5, we had a Samoyed/husky mix) is they're great fiber animals if you're a spinner.
their fur makes the softest, warmest wool ever!
Due to my absolute Love of big dogs, Sammy's have always appealed to me due to that beautiful white coat. Living in South Florida means I have to base decisions on how comfortable they will be in a high temperature environment and this is simply not the place for Sammy's, Malamutes or other thickly coated dogs. I am sensitive to their needs as well as my own and though I would LOVE LOVE LOVE to adopt one, I have to agree that they would be better suited to a cooler climate. Thanks for your insights, it was very helpful.
Hello, thanks for the video, I'm planning to get a Samoyed soon, and I need an advice please :
1- So I'm basically a Doctor, I work everyday 6 hours a day, I can leave the puppy with a family member but somedays it will have to stay alone for those 6 hours.
2- I have a house where l spend 9 months, without a garden but close to a Park
And the summer house with a garden and at the beach, for more fun maybe.
3- My compagnon is allergic to some air particles, don't know about dogs but heaed that Samoyeds are hypoallergenic, will it work ?
4- It's my first animal to be adopted, so basically I don't have any experience, will it be hard to train the Samoyed?
And so, is it a good idea to get a Samoyed?
Thanks for answering
We’ve had 3, and we’re planning for our 4th mid next year. They just don’t live as long as you’d hope…
But with every Samoyed we’ve owned, it’s always been the same. Their motto is “I do what I want, not what I’m told.”
Super agree! I have a 2 yrs male who looks just like yours. the attention-getting part is the hardest because he just doesn't like it and barks a lot. So frustrating 😅
This video is fair about the potential issues. Sadly, I think it should be said that like many larger dogs, Samoyeds do not have the longest life expectancy. One of mine only made it to eight years, the other one, ten. On the other hand, they are fun-loving, natural mood boosters who pack a lot of living in their time with us❤
I'm on my second Samoyed, the two were from totally different bloodlines and YES! All 10 of these characteristics are true. The nuances change a little from one dog to another, but they are in fact very common in the breed. But I think the main ones are: Stubbornness, hair everywhere and attracting attention... if you don't have patience with stubbornness, don't like hair in your house, clothes and even in food and don't like interacting with strangers and, especially, with children on the street, it's better to rethink... if you don't have problems with that, have one, they are WONDERFUL
Im actually very happy i watchdd this, because i have ton of experience with dogs like a Samoyed, i have a bernedoodle and it fits a samoyed almost perfectly. Other than the shedding part. So im happy to say i will probably get a samoyed in the future 👍
Amazingly informative, thank you. We have lost our beloved english bulldog Tony and are starting to look for breeds which would fit in in our active and loving family. We live very high up in the north of Sweden, close to the arctic circle so the dog we will adopt will have to be able to sustain extremely harsh winters (we had -40.2 this year), love to walk, run and pull and be super sociable to humans and animals alike. Samoyed are making our list!
My dog is like mixed Samoyed and Jindo mostly Korean traditional mix dog.. he ended his life last week and I do understand now his personality more regarding your video. Thank you. I hope you and your dog have wonderful days every moment. ❤
I have a somoyed and she rarely barks. Only when she sees something she wants like a squirrel... or wants to play with another dog. Other than that, she never barks ❤
We had Samoyeds growing up. I love them!
they have tons of personality, always. I have had 5 and raised 5 litters, great companions, stubborn but very smart
If your dog doesn’t need a harness don’t put one on them. Your enabling them pulling you from their chest and shoulders. Unless your dog is working like a husky or doing weights or has breathing problems it should NOT have a harness on if they are prone to pulling
I only found out a few weeks ago that my dog was a Golden Sammy and watching your video I get to understand him better.
As another samoyed owner, I can confirm everything is true here 😂 Their stubborness, not wanting to listen (if they already focus on something that's super interesting like a deer) definitely make it challenging to train. Mine can be left alone for several hours without being noisy (I have a doggie camera & usually the land cloud will just stay calm unless other dogs bark outside).
About them being vocal and can lead someone else who's not familiar to this breed to think that they're aggressive is very relatable. It's not until someone who has an even older samoyed than mine explained to me about it, I'd never realized. My girl is never be the one who barks first unless you're a cat or a dog who barks at her.
Anyways, you guys have inspired me to travel with my samoyed and she's gonna travel to her 5th country now ❤️ it's gonna be tricky about food since she only wants to eat a specific rawfood brand so getting accommodations with freezer is a must 😭 She's a bit older than Felix but still going strong! (and stubborn 😂)
So TRUE! (from 40 years of experience, one after another).
I’ve had 3 Samoyeds. All of them have been fussy about food. Our current Samoyed Angel eats raw food. She is difficult to train as not food oriented. She has the Samoyed selective hearing, she heard you but…. Luckily we found an excellent professional groomer locally. She pulls if she spots a squirrel 🐿️ 🐱 etc. and she does not always like to be crowded by people or other dogs
I DO have a samoyed… he’s amazing… beautiful… and so nice to everyone. Little annoying at times but I love him and wouldn’t change anything.
Oh no 😮, I got my grandson one, and he is a handful. Thank you for the most informative video of our lives.
I always wished to have a Samoyed.. however, i live in a tropical country.. his double coat is not suitable for these climatic conditions.. rather, now I 😂watch Samoyed videos and feel happy to see their smiley faces..
If I may add another comment. The fun of having our Samoyed was the fact that he was stubborn and argumentative. We would laugh like crazy. Our Sammy always outsmarted my brother (owner) and the moms. Don’t worry about dog being stubborn!
If you are considering a Samoyed then be advised this video is pretty spot on accurate! We've raised, bred and shown Sam's for over 40 years. We've never been without them from as many as 5 to the two we currently have (M 7yrs/F 2yrs). Match your dog with your patience, ability to care for what THEY need, your energy, your home, your kids, what your REALITY is. Once you bring a Samoyed into your life your life will never return to "normal". For us these "10 reasons" are simply things that you must recognize and manage. We've trained them. Our current Male even made it to Photographer's/Art model. Our Female on the other hand refuses to be manipulated at all. But, so be it. We have had so many for so long that they are a "genetic" part of our family. Like all family members you have to make room for their quirks, character and personality. No two are the same. But, be advised, don't get a Samoyed unless you are prepared to be owned by them body, heart and soul, quirks, character, personality, and every other thing this video mentions. To us such things management issues. The indomitable heart of a Samoyed and their ability to become an inseparable member of the family so far outweigh the "10 reasons" that we have never wished to own any other breed. But, go in with your eyes wide open, or don't go in at all.
I stayed with a friend when he was dog sitting a Samoyed. She was the mouthiest, cuddliest, snobbiest, sweetest, biggest jerk ever and I loved her more than words can express.
She is absolutely gorgeous. I wish I was close enough to adopt her. I have one Sammie. She would love to have a friend on the farm.
Mine is 7 months old and she’s stubborn but she’s also a sweetheart ❤
We have Samoyed and we love her. Great dog. Your 10 reasons are right on but once you have one you immediately fall,in love and forget all her bad habits.
I've owned 3 samoyeds and all the facts are 100% true probably except the cuddling one. my samoyed all loved cuddles. I would have added that if they get dirty, cleaning / glooming them is time consuming and labour intensive- and poop butt is no joke
we're waiting for our puppy samoyed and that's what we exactly needed to hear! thanks!
Yeeeesss completely agree with most of these. Coco lets me hug and cuddle forever - the trick is to turn the eva cooler towards us on the bed/couch!
I’m just loving these as well as TheTravelTellers videos where I first started watching!😊
I have a Husky and an Alaskan Malamute/Husky Mix.
Of course they are sled dogs too, have lots of hair, sometimes stubborn, I had that eating problem with my male Husky when he was very young.
Sometimes I'm thinking of to get a Samoyed but that barking is a problem.
Thanks for sharing this video with us! I'm serious with people when I tell People about huskies. Huskies are not for anyone.
Contemplating on getting a dog for my daughter but don't know what kind yet.
Shes been around a husky and shih tzu. And she's loves them both.
This video made me love Samoyeds even more
We got our first Samoyed in 1978. It ruined us for any other breed. All these things you say are true and some. The females we have had are mighty huntresses. They like to talk and sing too. My son started breeding and showing Samoyeds and has done well. We have learned a lot from his training for shows and it has helped with the pulling. This happened after about 20 years of Samoyed ownership but better late than never. We love our floofs. They bring so much joy to our lives.
Does a dog like that bark a lot ?
They are talkative 😊
Our Nanook is exactly the same 😊 he barks when he digs on the beach, he barks a lot and lots of people think he is aggressive. But he loves everyone. He doesn’t pull tho 😬 not yet at least 😂
I had one and My Telli was my heart of dogs. I had a Samoyed, Norwegian Elkhound, German Shepherd, Akita, with a Siberian Husky. They all were Sweet Beautiful, Adorable Brothers, that followed my Telli, the Samoyed. Never not one problem. It's all in house you raise and put the time into them. 🩵💚💙💕💜💜
Mine definitely pulls I’ve had to take up running again because of this, she is my running instructor now
Nice video and thank you for the information! I have a 3 years old Border Collie and in the upcoming month I'll be getting a Samoyed to be his little brother. I am extremely excited!
The Samoyed that we'll be getting is too young to leave his mothers side at the moment so we are taking our time and waiting for the right time. Since my Border Collie is also really active, I'm hoping they will be a good match.
I also have a 1 year old samoyed who is an extremely picky eater! He would rather go hungry than to eat something he doesn't like (not just his food, but treats too) 🙃 What have you found Felix likes best for his meals/treats?
All true, of course it may vary based on the specific dog character, but my Samoyed matches most of the points 100%. Still, I love him so much. He is the gratest dog on the planet.
Greetings for you guys, thank you for sharing your videos.
Does the samoyed has to live in a cold weather?
I had a Samoyed for 14 years., Absolutely most friendly loving dog in the world. I agree with your video except mine never barked unless there was really something wrong. My neighbor even told me they loved having him next door because in a way he was a good watch dog in that he would only bark if something really needed human attention.
I love our Samoyed, and especially his stubborn and "alpha" attitude. It cracks me up, and of course, we don't let him bully other dogs or small children. I agree with the other person that posted our life is enriched for having our Koda Bear in it. Thanks for the post.
Have Samoyeds for 56 years now! Now still 3. They go all over with me. Would never be without one!!! With patience can be well trained on or off lead. Even know two who do dog dancing!! And can beat collies at agility !! Interact with them as much as you can and they will be the best dog ever. Cuddles: I don’t grab them for cuddles - they come to me and want some. Especially in bed in the morning!!
Best family dogs for active families ever.
I have a Sampyed! I love the breed! We got him at 10 weeks old and he’s 7 and a half now.
0:17 where is that ?
We've got a 6 year old sammy.
Many of the things apply, but not all. For example, ours only barks once a week (if that) and is extremely food driven. Pretty much everything else applies to our dog too.
Your video was very helpful. Informative, truthful, the good and the bad. I love these dogs, I just don’t think I could fulfill the exercise demand they require. And the grooming chore as well. Don’t think it would be a good choice for me being a first time owner on my own. Sigh. Too bad. I’ve always loved their looks and style ❤
Thank you for all your videos ! They are awesome !!