Samoyed
Weight
16-30 kg
Height
46-60 cm shoulder height
Lifespan
12-14 years
Character & traits
Energy
4
Affection
5
Playfulness
5
Watchfulness
4
With children
5
With other dogs
5
With strangers
5
Trainability
3
For beginners
3
Shedding
5
Drooling
1
Practical
- Exercise per day
- 1 to 2 hours
- Max alone
- 3 hours
- Garden needed
- Yes
- Apartment
- Less suitable
- Insurance
- $55–$90/mo
- Food
- $60–$95/mo
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All-round dog food
Balanced nutrition for medium-sized dogs with average energy needs.
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Sturdy harness
High-energy dogs pull more. A good harness gives you control without pressure on the throat.
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Grooming
Undercoat brush
Heavy shedders need regular brushing. An undercoat brush removes loose hair before it covers your couch.
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