Samoyed Facts: These are 10 amazing dog facts you need to know about the lovable and adorable Samoyed 🐶
The last couple of years have seen many of us welcome a new four-legged friend into our homes, as the Kennel Club saw dog ownership soar to record levels.
But with 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, there’s plenty of thinking to do before you select your perfect pup.
Those with active lifestyles might want to consider a larger dog, while somebody with allergies will be looking for a hypoallergenic dog.
There’s even academic guidance to seek out, with Psychologist Stanley Coren’s book ‘The Intelligence of Dogs’ ranking breeds by instincts, obedience, and the ability to adapt.
One dog that often appears on prospective owner’s canine wishlists is the Akita – a breed that can be willful but are alert, courageous, and fiercely loyal to their family. Here are 10 fun and interesting facts about the breed.
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5. Arctic explorers
In the 19th century Samoyeds were regularly used by explorers seeking to reach the North and South Poles - including Norwegian Fridtjof Nansen and Britain's Robert Scott. Photo: Canva/Getty Images
6. Cold weather specialists
Unsurprisingly for a breed that comes from a part of the world where temperatures regularly drop to -40C, the Samoyed is used to the cold. They have a dense white coat to protect agains the elements and often sleep with their tail over their nose to cut down on heat loss. Photo: Canva/Getty Images
7. No doggy scent
A side effect of the Samoyed's unique double coat is that they don't have that distinctive doggy smell that other breeds have - and even though they shed, they are less likely to cause allergies than other dogs. Photo: Canva/Getty Images
8. A woolly pup
Samoyeds have such thick fur that their shedded hair can be used to knit items - it has a similar texture to angora wool. Photo: Canva/Getty Images