Samoyed

Friendly, open, alert and lively, generally without a strong hunting instinct.

Origin: NORTHERN RUSSIA, SIBERIA
Breed group: Spitz and primitive types
Size: Medium
Coat: Abundant double coat in white, cream or white with biscuit, fuller around the neck.

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Spitz and primitive types

Samoyed

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01Origin and history

Associated with the reindeer-herding and sled-pulling life of northern Siberian peoples.

02Appearance and identification

Abundant double coat in white, cream or white with biscuit, fuller around the neck.

03Temperament and companionship

Friendly, open, alert and lively, generally without a strong hunting instinct.

04Everyday care

Brush through the undercoat to prevent matting, exercise at cool times in heat and teach quietness and time alone.

Common questions

What physical features distinguish this breed?

Northern spitz build, dark almond eyes and upturned mouth corners creating a smiling expression.

What should daily care prioritise?

Brush through the undercoat to prevent matting, exercise at cool times in heat and teach quietness and time alone.

SOURCE NOTES

Sources

FCI · Read the official standard ↗Definitively recognizedSource checked 2026-10-03

AKC · Read the official standard ↗Definitively recognizedSource checked 2026-10-03

Coat and size varieties can share a standard. The number is an archive reference, not a rarity score. An independent educational atlas, not a registry publication. Temperament varies; consult a veterinarian about health concerns.