Feeding and Diet of the Samoyed Dog

Food is important for all living things and the Samoyed dog is no different. Regular feeding is one of the most essential parts of dog-care because it is important for the dog’s survival, its healthy growth and development. Another essential thing is that the Samoyed dog must always have fresh water available in its bowl since thirst and dehydration can lead to death.



A Samoyed puppy needs to be placed on a balanced and complete dry or wet puppy food regime during its first year in order to remain healthy. On an average, the female Samoyed dog weighs up to 16-20 kg while the male weighs up to 20-30 kg. However, they get the most important part of their overall weight during their first year (around 20-27kg). Having reached optimal weight during the first 12 months of its life, the Samoyed will find it easy to put on more weight or maintain a healthy weight later on in its life. This is why its food has to be mixed with incentives such as meat juices or fish and meat bits.



In the course of feeding a Samoyed, special care should be taken to prevent over-feeding. Over-feeding coupled and inadequate exercise results in obesity, which is bad for the Samoyed. The breed has a tendency to develop hip and eye problems as it declines, and obesity will only worsen those odds. Bear in mind the Samoyed naturally doesn’t need to eat much and so a reasonable feeding regiment should be employed with more emphasis on quality than quantity.



It is not advisable to give bones to the Samoyed dogs because of unpleasant accidents such as the puncture of intestines or choking. Another thing that can happen when you give large bones to the Samoyed is the wearing of its teeth over time. Rawbones are a suitable alternative.

When female Samoyed dogs are pregnant or weaning their young, the introduction of canine dietary supplements – minerals and vitamins – is acceptable and even encouraged. Also, supplements can be taken to maintain the Samoyed’s thick white coat, but only after you have consulted a certified vet who then gives you a prescription.