There are several fascinating things about the Samoyed dog breed. They are known for their cheerful nature and loyalty, and they are delightful pets to have around. But there is more to them than meet the eyes. Some very interesting facts to note about this breed are as follows:

1. FUR TO MAKE CLOTHES.

You can collect their fur and make clothes from it. Samoyed dogs shed a lot of fur year round and it is quite common for their owners to collect them. Samoyed fur can be used to make yarn which can be woven into thick clothes to keep their owners warm during the cold weather. Clothes made from Samoyed fur are warm and strong, and their fur does not stink. That is why such clothes very good alternatives for woolen clothes.

2. PRONUNCIATION. 

Samoyed can be pronounced “Sa-moy-ed” or “Sammy-ed” depending on your preference. However, “Sammy-ed” is the correct pronunciation according to the native language.

3. THEY ARE PACK ANIMALS

This fact, when coupled with how the dog’s natural activeness, makes the Samoyed a very exuberant and social dog.  The Samoyed thrives on attention, it likes spending time with its human owners and going for walks. Without any semblance of a social structure or social connection, the Samoyed is not likely to be its best and healthiest self.

4. QUEEN ALEXANDRA CONNECTION.

The Samoyed was a favorite of Queen Alexandra of Denmark, as reported in an old issue of a publication, Country Life. Several other historians agree that the queen was quite fond of this special breed of dogs.

5. AIDED WORK OF EARLY EXPLORERS.

The Samoyed aided the work of explorers like Fridtjof Nansen by assisting them to pull sledges on their way to the cold poles. The dog’s thick double-layered coat and its proficiency at pulling sledges through the snow made this possible.