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Many people feel the
Samoyed is a difficult breed to train. What appears
to some as a dumb dog is actually a very intelligent
breed that simply wants the training to be done so
he is having fun and being challenged. You see, the
Samoyed has long been used for sledding in the Artic
so no matter where you live, this breed loves
working toward a goal. Therefore, if you have a
Samoyed, the key to successful training is creating
a program specific to the breed.
For starters, we suggest you choose this breed if
you are an outdoor enthusiast. If you love hiking,
backpacking, running, or walking, then the Samoyed
would make the ideal companion dog. The more he can
do things with you the happier he will be. Then,
when you exercise the dog at home, find creative
ways for him to feel challenged. For instance, some
people will actually set up miniature obstacle
courses or mushing tracks so the dog can pull a
wagon or sled.
It is important with
the breed that you not allow him to get away with
behavior that you will not accept later. In other
words, when you bring your puppy home from the
breeder, start immediately in setting the rules.
Samoyed dogs are known for being great at
manipulation. Therefore, while the adorable ball of
white fluff is too cute, you need to make sure he
understands that you are the boss, which can be done
in a kind and loving way.
You also need to understand that like many breeds,
the Samoyed does not respond well to harsh commands
or training methods. Therefore, never yell at your
dog or hit. Instead of punishing the negative
behavior, start by rewarding positive behavior,
which is typically done with favorite treats or
praise after the dog has followed a command.
Generally, you will find the Samoyed picking up the
command quickly. Now, you can use a firm voice and
the word, “No” but this is quite different from
yelling.
Another tip for training a Samoyed is to be
aware of his vocalization. Most Samoyed dogs talk
(bark) but you want to control the barking to the
appropriate time. This is best served when young,
prior to bad habits being established. If your dog
barks for no reason, look him in the eye while
telling him “No” or “No bark”. If he barks at
someone coming to the home, then you should allow
the barking for a minute, followed by telling him
not to bark. This way, he begins to understand that
warnings are fine but extending barking is not. When
he obeys, offer him a special treat to support the
good behavior.
Although you can do much of the training of a
Samoyed on your own, you may find that you become
stuck with a particular command. In this case,
consider having a professional trainer assist.
Remember, the Samoyed is a medium breed but a
powerful one. With proper training, you will own
your dog and not the other way around. Most
importantly, be patient. This breed loves his family
and is always eager to please. Therefore, with the
appropriate training techniques, you will have a
well-behaved dog that is a real joy to own.
See Also:
Samoyed Training
Samoyed Training
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