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Samoyed

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samoyed dog

samoyed dog
    height of a samoyed dog
group: working height: 16-22" / 40.64-55.9 cm
types: weight: 44-66 lbs / 19.95-29.9 kg
colors: white, cream, bisquit, white and bisquit
physical traits: rugged, muscular, hard-working, much endurance
hair type: double coated, fluffy, luxurious, weather resistant, harsh hair with soft, thick, woolly undercoat
personality/
temperament:
affectionate, good-natured, intelligent, friendly, alert, hearty, adaptable, active, devoted, obedient, independent, enjoys human companionship
maintenance/
special needs:

constant brushing, exercise, needs attention, sheds alot, matts easily, unhappy left alone for long periods, requires patience when obedience training
nickname: Samoiedskaia Sabaka, Samoyedskaya 'Sammy', Samoyedskaya
origination: Russia
bred for: guarding, reindeer herding
identifying traits: all white, fluffy, dark eyed with erect ears
ideal for: house or apartment (with daily exercise), cooler weather, companionship, family, watchdog, protection
good with kids? yes
life expectancy: 12 years  
kennel clubs: akc-(working dog group), fci-(Nordic sledge dog group), ukc-(northern dog group), uk-(pastoral dog group), saku-(herding dog group), ankc, nzkc-(utility dog group)
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