The Samoyed breed is a Working dog of the Nantes . They once pulled sleds, herded reindeer, and kept their families warm by sleeping on top of them, like blankets.

Recommended for: pet, working dog
The Samoyed dog breeds is generally regarded for and are characterized by their friendly disposition. Members of the breed are poor guard dogs. Instead, they are good companions and get along well with children and other people. Their stubbornness will manifest itself sometimes and this can lead to challenges in training. They must be persuaded nonetheless to learn to obey commands. They are strong dogs who will not hesitate to pull things, including, in the case of untrained Samoyeds, owners holding the leash. Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behaviour. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.