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I read in a book that some people think Samoyeds are angels sent down from heaven! I really want a Samoyed!

Not meaning to burst your bubble or anything, but I think they're a little nippy. I've never had one, but I have seen them in real life and to me they're pretty energetic. This is coming from a Pyr owner, so you might not want to go by someone who has a lazy huge dog.

I've owned two purebreds and a Sibe/Sammy mix.

They can be a little nippy depending on how much they've been socialized.

They're definitely not the breed for everyone. They have a lot of energy and love to run. They're also highly intelligent, so if you don't entertain them, they'll entertain themselves. Generally, it won't be the kind of entertainment you'd want for them. If you don't have some way to exercise them every day (and I don't mean a 10 minute walk; before we moved to the city, my first Sammy would spend all day exploring the Colorado Rockies and still have the energy that night to tear up the couch). They're also escape artists, in need of tall (6 ft minimum), sturdy fencing.

i think they r sooooooooooooooooo cute

Hi, l have 3 samoyeds and they are very cool.But l know that samoyeds have very different temperaments. Some are very laizy and quiet, the others like to play and jump. You can teach him/her temperament just the way you like, cos' every samoyed love his/her owner the most and he/she is agree to do everything to like his/her owner.

An old thread, I know, but I've had Sammies for years. A well-bred, well-raised Samoyed is a fabulous dog. They do need exercise and training, but they are gentle, affectionate, wonderful companions and fabulous with children. I have never met a well-bred Samoyed who would bite for any reason. They tend to remain 'puppy-like' for life, which I love.

They need proper grooming and coat care, especially when blowing coat, and the diet needs to be carefully managed so you don't ruin the coat or end up with a fat dog They can be destructive if you don't train or exercise them properly-- they love to dig, get into mischief, and entertain themselves if you don't do it for them. They are not a breed that you can trust off-lead, but enjoy a variety of activities-- mine like frisbee, weight pull, obedience, conformation, agility, herding, and carrying a pack while we go hiking.

We've had Samoyeds my whole life until a couple years ago. We're getting a new Sammy from a rescue in just a few days. If you want any info on them, just message me!