The History and Origins of Samoyed Breed

The Samoyed breed originated in the Siberia, specifically in the Samoyedic people, who are an indigenous people of Russia.

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The breed was developed by the Samoyedic people as a working dog to herd reindeer, pull sleds and as a watchdog.

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Samoyeds were brought to Europe by explorers and traders in the late 19th century and were recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906.

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Samoyeds have a thick, fluffy coat that protected them from the harsh arctic climate.

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Samoyeds are known for their friendly and playful nature, and are known to "smile" by curling the corners of their mouth.

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Samoyeds are also known for their stamina and endurance making them suitable for dog sports such as sledding, skijoring, and carting.

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Samoyeds are known to be independent thinkers and require proper training and socialization to prevent them from becoming stubborn or disobedient.

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They require regular grooming to maintain their thick coat, and regular exercise to keep them physically and mentally healthy.

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