Samoyed Puppies for Sale
Recognized by: AKC, FCI, KC, UKC
About the Samoyed
The Samoyed is a friendly, people-loving spitz whose famous smile hides a serious commitment: that gleaming white double coat sheds constantly and blows out heavily twice a year, demanding regular brushing to prevent painful mats. Bred to herd reindeer and pull sleds in Siberia, Samoyeds are hardy, playful, and happiest when included in family life rather than left alone, where boredom can turn into digging and vocal complaints. They tend to be gentle with children and sociable with other dogs, but they are independent thinkers who can be stubborn in training. Plan for daily exercise, cold-weather energy, and plenty of grooming time.
Every dog is an individual — genetics, socialization, health, training, and environment matter more than breed averages.
Typical tendencies
Scored against PuppyList’s editorial rubric. Tendencies, not guarantees.
Exercise needsHigher than most
Energy levelHigher than most
TrainabilityTypical
Grooming effortDefining trait
SheddingDefining trait
BarkingHigher than most
Apartment fitLower than most
Good with childrenDefining trait
Good with other dogsHigher than most
First-time ownersTypical
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Where this breed shines
- Friendly, family-oriented, and typically good with children
- Hardy, playful, and well suited to cold-weather activity
- Sociable, cheerful disposition with striking looks
Things to consider
- Heavy year-round shedding and seasonal coat blows require frequent grooming
- Vocal and can bark or howl when bored or under-exercised
- Independent, sometimes stubborn nature calls for patient training
History
The Samoyed takes its name from the Samoyedic peoples of Siberia, who relied on the dogs to herd reindeer, haul sleds, and keep families warm. Their all-purpose working past shaped a hardy, cooperative dog with a weatherproof coat. The breed reached the West in the late 19th century and remains in the AKC Working Group.
Temperament
Samoyeds are affectionate, upbeat, and thrive on human companionship, often greeting the world with their signature smile. They are playful and gentle but independent, and their working heritage leaves them alert and prone to vocalizing.
Questions to ask a Samoyed breeder
- Have both parents been DNA-tested for Samoyed hereditary glomerulopathy?
- Are hips OFA-evaluated and eyes cleared by a veterinary ophthalmologist?
- Has cardiac screening been done to check for inherited heart conditions?
Health considerations to discuss
Samoyed hereditary glomerulopathy. Educational only; an X-linked kidney disease with a DNA test available to identify carriers and affected dogs.
Hip dysplasia. Educational only, not diagnostic; ask for OFA hip evaluations on the sire and dam.
Progressive retinal atrophy. Educational only; request eye clearances from a veterinary ophthalmologist (OFA/CAER).
Informational only — always consult a veterinarian and ask breeders for documentation. Sources: AKC Samoyed breed overview · Samoyed Club of America (AKC parent club) · OFA health testing database — written by PuppyList editorial
Questions worth asking about any Samoyed litter
- Can I see the puppy and its mother — in person or on a live video call?
- What health checks, vaccinations, and vet visits has this litter had?
- How was the litter raised and socialized?
- What paperwork comes with the puppy (health records, registry papers if applicable)?
- What is your deposit, payment, and pickup/transport process?
Frequently asked questions
How do I buy a Samoyed puppy on PuppyList?
Browse the Samoyed listings on this page, open one to see photos, details, and the breeder's information, then contact the breeder directly. PuppyList is a marketplace — you arrange the purchase with the breeder yourself.
How much do Samoyed puppies cost?
Listed puppies currently range from $2,200 to $3,000. Each breeder sets their own price, which varies with the puppy's age, lineage, and location.
How can I tell if a Samoyed breeder is trustworthy?
Contact the breeder, ask for recent photos or a video of the actual puppy, and confirm details before you commit. Never send money before verifying. See our listing guidelines for the full buyer-safety checklist.