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The Samoyed At a Glance
Recognized By
AKC
Country of Origin
Russia
Life Expectancy
12 - 13 yrs
Height Range
18 - 22 in
Weight Range
50 - 65 lbs
Colors
White or white/biscuit cream
Trainability
Average; needs mental stimulation to stay interested
With Children
Very good
With Animals
Pretty good; often just ignores them in favor of people
Climate
Tolerates cold well; sensitive to heat
Indoor/Outdoor
Either; needs plenty of outdoor time and activity
Exercise Reqd
High
Grooming Reqd
Frequent brushing; can shed heavily
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Samoyeds are pretty!!!
- Posted by Amanda from dix hills
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Samoyed Information
Samoyed Common Health Screenings
The following health screenings are often performed by responsible Samoyed breeders:
Cardiac Evaluation - OFA
Hip Dysplasia (OFA or PennHIP)
Progressing Retinal Atrophy (genetic test)
Thyroid Function Test (blood test)
Samoyed Health Issues
The following conditions may be a concern in the Samoyed:
Alport Syndrome
Atrial Septal Defect
Cataract
Corneal dystrophy
Detached Retina
Diabetes mellitus
Distichiasis
Dwarfism
Entropion
Glaucoma
Hemophilia A - Classic Hemophilia
Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteochondrosis
Persistent Pupillary Membrane
Portosystemic Shunt
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Pulmonic Stenosis
Retinal Dysplasia
Sebaceous Adenitis
Sebaceous Adenitis
Thrombocytopenia
von Willebrands Disease
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