Spitz · Siberia
Samoyed
The smiling snow dog. Sociable, chatty and beautiful — and a great deal of coat.
- They usually live
- 12–14 years
- Roughly, per year
- €1500–2500
What people love about them
- Genuinely friendly with everyone
- Loves cold weather and snow
- Playful and family-minded
- Rarely aggressive
A few things worth thinking about
- Sheds an astonishing amount
- Brushing several times a week
- Talks, howls and complains
- Overheats easily in summer
What they're like
Size
Energy
Exercise needs
Mental stimulation
Trainability
Sociability
Affection
Independence
Good with children
Good with other dogs
Apartment suitability
Tolerance of being alone
Shedding
Grooming
Barking
First-time owner suitability
Some breeds shed less than others, which people with allergies sometimes find easier to live with. But no dog is completely allergy-free, and reactions vary from person to person.