Are Samoyeds good off leash?

From speaking with husky and Samoyed breeders and some of the breed rescues there seems to be a prevalent attitude of “these dogs can’t be trusted off leash so there’s no need to train recall, you don’t need it, just keep them on the lead!”.

Samoyeds have impressive stamina and speed perfect for any type of runner. They are excellent running partners especially for long runs in cold climates. Your companion will probably love to jog with you regularly.

Samoyeds are very active, playful dogs who need a lot of exercise. To stop them getting bored they need plenty to do throughout the day. We recommend a minimum of two hours exercise every day for your Samoyed. They enjoy longer walks, lots of playtime in the back garden and plenty to keep their brains active.

Samoyeds should never be left outside in your yard, unsupervised. Many Samoyeds have intense, high-pitched barks that can set your teeth on edge, and your neighbors will end up calling the cops to report the nuisance (or quietly letting your Samoyed out of his yard so he’ll wander away).

The well-bred Samoyed is an intelligent, gentle, and loyal dog. He is friendly and affectionate with his family, including the children, and thrives on being part of household activity.

Even though they look like the most gentle creatures on earth, we should not forget that Samoyeds were originally bred for hunting. This means they are naturally pretty fast runners. The average speed of a Samoyed can be up to 30 mph (50 kph). They need daily exercise to match their energy level.

Samoyeds bark loudly and can be incessant so it’s important that you keep them entertained with games and plenty of exercise. Samoyeds are never lazy and if not properly worked they can easily turn to destructive behavior. Samoyeds thick coat is no excuse to leave them outside all the time.

A natural-born cuddle bug, the Samoyed loves nothing more than snuggling up to his human counterparts.

The Samoyed does require regular bathing and brushing. This gentle dog can be bathed as frequently as weekly up to no longer than every 6 weeks. With this double coated breed, proper bathing and drying techniques lay the groundwork for achieving a beautiful coat and healthy skin.

Samoyeds are very protective in nature. They enjoy the company of humans and love to play with them. They bark whenever they find their owners in any form of danger alerting the owners and threatening the perpetrators of the crime.

Hiking Miles: Samoyeds will enjoy long hikes with you, of ten miles and more. If you live in an area with a lot of snow, they’ll happily accompany you on cross country skiing or snowshoeing excursions.

Samoyeds are the 44th smartest dog breeds out of 138 qualifying breeds. For obedience & working intelligence, they’re in the “above average” intelligence category. Even so, Samoyeds are known for their high instinctive and adaptive intelligence, making them all around smart dogs.

Too many new owners are being sold on Samoyeds being “easy” to keep clean, they never get dirty, never shed, never have odor and need never be bathed! … Soil begins right after bathing, the wet coat picking up soil much more than when dry. Keep him confined in a small clean area until dry.

Samoyeds do have a reputation for stubbornness and a taste for freedom, thus making them somewhat difficult to train. That said, you can train them by yourself (or with the help of a pro). You do have to be willing to put the time and effort into it.

THEY’RE ODORLESS. Unlike certain breeds (we’re looking at you, basset hounds), the Samoyed is a stink-free pooch. You don’t need to bathe Sammys as much as you would other dogs, but frequent brushings are a must to keep their fur from matting.