Due to having Samoyeds in our house for over twenty years i can confirm all of this but not all those reasons are negative. Plus the fact that having a Samoyed in your family will enrich your life tenfold. They are a fantastic breed for families, no smelly dog odour after petting, they are loving, loyal, patient, obediant(when properly trained) & make friends with anyone who wants to be friends, animal or human. I wouldnt have any other breed about the house after owning Samoyeds. Beautiful souls.

I have had a male Samoyed for over 9 years, and what you say is spot on, except the barking; whilst Samoyeds are known to be "vocal", mine only barks about twice a year whether he needs to or not! But as a companion, he is second-to-none. Truly wonderful dogs!

My 9 year old male samoyed isnt that picky, he is lovely on the leash, when he was a puppy i trained that everytime he pulled, i made him stop. it really worked. BUT when he sees another dog or something else he wants to do, it all goes out the window. I agree with all of this. Saying that, he is the most in tune dog aswell. I call him my own nurse because he literally licks my tears away. Kisses and love all day long and he is my best friend. I love every day with him. If you can get a samoyed, i would recommend them. Very soulful caring dogs.

Thank you for being such responsible pet owners. It’s clear that Felix has a special bond with the two of you and that you’ve put a great deal of work into training him. ❤

Agree with everything you’ve said…. I was frustrated for the first months (so much energy and stubbornness) but eventually my Sammy wore me down and we negotiated terms of living together. 😆😆 Then I adopted a second Sammy. If you can’t beat them, join them. ❤

I love them! I just got another puppy from La Casa De La Nieve kennels, omg the fluffiness is heartmelting!

I have a samoyed for nearly 10 years now.he is definitely very clever open doors and windows,but also I found him very obedient aswell. ilove everything about him except the tons of hair❤❤❤

Can confirm all of this 😂. My Samoyed is almost 2 and being trained as a service dog, it drives me crazy and the training often feels impossible , but in time we will get there. Luckily I love my big goof to the moon and back. 😑 I think his stubbornness and reactivity is the worst. He demands to greet every animal and dog he sees and sounds so aggressive to those unfamiliar with the breed.😅

I have a Samoyed and a Samsky. They are not stubborn, very smart and obedient. You do need to know how to train them, they really don't like a firm and hand. We use a lot of shaping to teach them and that really sticks. Hunting is one of our biggest challenges. The Samsky is pretty good and reliable around Wildlife. We Used the book from Simone Mueller Hunting together. The Samoyed has still a way to go in that department. We are making progress. Exercise is why we got these rescues. We love canicrossing (running with your dog attached to you on a bungee line) and Step Jøring (kick biking with your dog attached to your Kick bike with a bungee line). They can pull their little hearts out and they will be chill the rest of the day. I wouldn't get a sled dog unless you have plans to let them pull. Otherwise they can be very enjoying to walk. Our dogs don't pull on normal walks, only when they are wearing their pulling harness. Grooming is a lot of work. I can't live without my K9 dryblower :) Buy an expensive one, it will change your life! Food is not a problem for our dogs, they eat about anything. Fish is the big favourite. The sounds they make can be annoying. I got used to it and try to keep it to a minimum. When they are exited to go for a run they are loud :). The Samsky likes to be scratched and pampered. The Samoyed thinks he is a lapdog and snuggles with us all day. If you live a a very warm and humid country, don't get a Samoyed. It's really hard for them to lose the heat. You can not exercise them properly without risking heatstroke. They are also at greater risk to get skin problems when its to hot for them. I think they are great dogs, very sweet and kind towards people. I find them really silly and full of personality. They make me laugh a lot. If you want the fluffy looks, but not the all the running and pulling you could consider a Eurasier. Calmer and easier to train too.

My unneutered male Samoyed lived to be 13.5 years previously. He never barked. He was a magnificent animal. Our current Samoyed is almost 14 . We got her for our daughter when she was 8 years old. They are very bonded. I cannot imagine life without our Samoyed. She is into everything we do and we find this to be very charming. She has a very good diet of sardines, herring, fresh organs (chicken and beef livers, gizzards, hearts, etc.), fresh vegetables , Hills" WD " kibble and Dr Marty's "Nature's Blend". She is very healthy in spite of being diabetic. She has lost weight (now 50 lbs) and no longer gets IVDD because of that. Yes - Samoyeds are expensive and require good food, exercise and companionship. Of course, they require vaccinations and vet visits. We figure that we spend about $130-$150/month on ours, apart from the initial cost.(Ours was $1,400 14 years ago.) You will find yourself falling in love with this dog. They are gentle and extremely loyal and bonded with their families. Don't expect this dog to be left in the backyard in a cage!! I cannot imagine life without her. Her beautiful smile has lifted my mood 10,000 times. Thank God for Samoyeds! What a sublime creature from the hand of God!

Totally agree 😂! I own one, she’s 15 months old and sometimes drives me crazy, it’s been a year I have no peace anymore, but I love her! The only thing that is different is that she loves cuddles.

It's so nice to know that these traits are the same with most Samoyeds! I have a male one that is one and a half and It felt like these behaviours only happened with him, as you never see anyone else talking about these things. So THANK YOU for sharing this ❤

Thank you. I'm considering getting a Sammy puppy at some point and want to make sure it is the right decision. I appreciate you stating the bad with the good so people can make educated decisions on the breed.

I have an 8 month old Samoyed hes adorable , I always had Malamutes before but when my boy passed away we decided to get a Samoyed. I think as we always had malamutes we were ready for the stuborn puppy. He is doing so well with his training the biggest issue is he wants to say hello to everyone so its hard to keep his attention and like my malamutes he learns quickly but will do it on his terms . One thing I didn't expect was just how vocal he is like many have said its when he's happy. I brush him every night which keeps his coat matt free, lick mats are amazing for that.

The part about attracting attention is no joke. Atlas is a service animal, and everyone wants to pet him. Then they see the do not pet patch on his harness and they are almost angry. Or there gets to be line of people wanting to pet him and take a picture with him. 😵‍💫 Most of the time I let people pet him. Especially those little kids that are staring at him and can't stop staring. A simple "do you want to pet him?" And they can't say a word but shake their head yes enthusiastically. Too cute. He gets worn out from people though, and if there are too many people trying to pet him he looks at me like "are we done Dad?" I have to pick him up for a cuddle every so often when we are in big crowds. They are big babies, even though they have a ferocious bark. #SamoyedLife

I adopted a Pomeranian from a shelter. She is a wreck. One tooth, old, tumor removed, bad heart, deaf, going blind. Watching this is exactly my Poms personality! I hear they are a relative of your breed. Yes exactly. Wow. Incredibly stubborn. It’s been a year and while I’ve made little progress in training her, she has made leaps and bounds in training me. When goals are impossible, love and acceptance is another kind of happiness. This is a dog unlike any animal I’ve ever known. I do not recommend even though I accept & love her.

This should be called, "10 Reasons why lazy or irresponsible people should not get a Samoyed." He is such a beautiful beast! My dog was a malamute/husky mix. If she was not walked 2x a day (or one really long hike), she would just climb over the 5 foot wall and take herself out for exercise. We would get a phone call from someone 2 miles away saying, "we have your dog, she was just jogging down the street." I loved her unique personality and independent spirit! I just had to learn how to feed all those wild sides correctly so that we were both happy companions, just like you do with your beautiful Samoyed!

All 10 reasons you mentioned -> I know them so well 😂❤ I have two male samoyeds. Brothers, 6yrs and 4yrs. Only the food pickiness has passed, thankfully 🥳. But I love the stubborness, the independent thinking and the need to greet almost everything 😂🎉 They love to learn new stuff, but I also love the communication of the stubborness they give me 😊❤ But ofc, I too have counted to ten sometimes both out of a little frustration and not to break into laugther quite often 😂 Thank you for making the effort to communicate what a samoyed need and what to except for people thinking of getting one ❤

Totally agree! We have two beautiful Samoyeds and they bring us so much joy. ❤

I have had Samoyed’s for 53 years - shortly after getting a new puppy I always sadly say it is just another stubborn Sam. I think they are the most intelligent- clever and as stated willing to do only what they want to do. I love this breed passionately. I enjoyed this video.

Samoyed are affectionate, cute, friendly dogs..lucky to have one..

I've raised Samoyeds for nearly 20 yrs, they were all known as "the happy barking dog" in the neighborhood! Yes barking is their favorite pastime!

Having a Samoyed for almost 3 years now, watching this video I had the feeling that I was looking at a description of mine. Nice to know that all this is kind of normal for Samoyeds. Now I love her even more. (if this is possible :-))

My Sammy was the best fun run trainer I ever had. Great for travels, and great humor. Miss him still

I've had the joy of owning 2 Sammys in my life..they can be a challenge but I miss them both dearly

He's gorgeous. Thank you for putting the cons out there because they're doable for me!

My Samoyed is 9 months got him at 5. A lot of these are accurate! He is stubborn, loud, and pulls. He however loves food. We got a trainer early on because we have two old dogs and it helped so much!!!

He is so lovely. My samoyed died in July after 14 years and I miss him so much. 💜

Samoyed owner here Definitely agree with… 1 stubborn - oh yes, big time! 3 hard to train - as above & treats only work so much 5 hair everywhere - weekly brush minimum 7 picky eater - took a while to find a brand she likes, and even then she sometimes skips a meal 8 pack dogs - can’t leave alone long, maybe 2-3 hours max and only if she’s already had a longish walk 9 attract lots of attention - all the time! However, we haven’t had these issues… 2 pulling - not an issue, she walks well on the lead 4 barking - not too bad, only when very excited 6 cuddling - she loves it 10 exercise - ours likes to play more than walk

Thank you. This is such a precious video for potential Samoyed owner like me :)

We had a Samoyed, Shannon and a German Shepherd Wolf mix, Whiskey. The Whiskey would go out and barks at ice houses. Meanwhile Shannon was crawling across the ice. When the fisherman came out to yell at Whiskey, Shannon would grab the fish.

We have 2 Samoyeds and they are stubborn, naughty, needy, picky eaters except for their treats and definitely attract people. However; they are sweet, gentle and add so much happiness to the daily life. P.S. I have found an amazing groomer that cares for the Sammie’s every 2 weeks as I am not able to brush them without a lot of effort.

I’m just loving these as well as TheTravelTellers videos where I first started watching!😊

Oh my goodness! I agree with basically everything except the smart part. We had a chow samoyed mix named Biscuit. He looked exactly like your Felix, but had the notoriously black/purple tongue of the chow chow. If we knew his personality would be what it was, Biscuit would not have been his name. We were sad he didn't like to cuddle either. We picked him from the litter of four at 3 weeks old, and brought him home at 8 weeks. Biscuit was very intelligent and adding that to his stubbornness, it made training him worse. He graduated from 2 obedience classes/schools doing everything almost perfectly. Got home, and right back to listening only if he wanted to. We were both military and had to move to a duty station that unfortunately made it too difficult to keep him. We gave him to family friends. Samoyeds are very unique dogs. They do require knowledgeable dog owners with prior experience. This video of yours was awesome. Felix seems very much like Biscuit. Big, beautiful, fluffy, fun-loving, active fur babes. Thanks for sharing.😊❤

I know a guy who trained his sammy K9 programme. He walks him around the streets with no leash and the dog listens to him perfectly. But that's the only one example among all samoyeds I've met in my town.

My dog is like mixed Samoyed and Jindo mostly Korean traditional mix dog.. he ended his life last week and I do understand now his personality more regarding your video. Thank you. I hope you and your dog have wonderful days every moment. ❤

We just adopted a male Samojed, 5 weeks ago, 3 years old, to join our male Alaskam Malamute 16 months old, and we approve everything said in this video. Soo true. But we knew it beforehand, and they have the best life together now.

I have been extra Math to a samojed. It was fantastic. She loved to socialize with everybody, she didn't bark at all, yes she loved to move and draw, hide and seek etc. It is a demanding dog. But so much of a real dog and very funny.

I walk a Samoyed I’ve been with her for almost a year. This is pretty accurate to my experience. I love her she’s such a dog!

I am looking to adopt a Samoyed x husky and came across your video. How wonderful you made this to inform future owners. It's so sad when people buy pets without much consideration and the poor animal ends up in a shelter or gets neglected... and there are sooo many on the rescue sites. Your video is so very shot and enjoyable to watch at the same time ❤

I’ve never met a friendlier breed, and they’re so patient with kids and small dogs (supervision is always advised). I’ve had my Samoyed, Ghost, for over 10 years and he’s the most intelligent, gentle, opinionated and loyal companion. He voices his opinion and argues with me about things he wants 😆 he’s not at all food motivated, which makes training challenging, and he still pulls on walks despite his age. Can confirm that everybody wants a pat when we’re walking and if not then they usually comment on how clean he is (he’s not, it’s an illusion), or they’ll wish me a good drag 🚶🏻‍♀️

Super agree! I have a 2 yrs male who looks just like yours. the attention-getting part is the hardest because he just doesn't like it and barks a lot. So frustrating 😅

My brother was taught to walk by the Samoyed my parents had!!!! Wish he'd been around when I was born😊

we're waiting for our puppy samoyed and that's what we exactly needed to hear! thanks!

This video is fair about the potential issues. Sadly, I think it should be said that like many larger dogs, Samoyeds do not have the longest life expectancy. One of mine only made it to eight years, the other one, ten. On the other hand, they are fun-loving, natural mood boosters who pack a lot of living in their time with us❤

Thank you for all your videos ! They are awesome !!

I just got a samoyed puppy 2 weeks ago. I adore him.

So TRUE! (from 40 years of experience, one after another).

they have tons of personality, always. I have had 5 and raised 5 litters, great companions, stubborn but very smart

Im actually very happy i watchdd this, because i have ton of experience with dogs like a Samoyed, i have a bernedoodle and it fits a samoyed almost perfectly. Other than the shedding part. So im happy to say i will probably get a samoyed in the future 👍

One benefit of having a Sammy (my aunt had 5, we had a Samoyed/husky mix) is they're great fiber animals if you're a spinner.

I have one .. he is my life .. ur right in everything u said .. but he is the love 🥰

I have a somoyed and she rarely barks. Only when she sees something she wants like a squirrel... or wants to play with another dog. Other than that, she never barks ❤

Due to my absolute Love of big dogs, Sammy's have always appealed to me due to that beautiful white coat. Living in South Florida means I have to base decisions on how comfortable they will be in a high temperature environment and this is simply not the place for Sammy's, Malamutes or other thickly coated dogs. I am sensitive to their needs as well as my own and though I would LOVE LOVE LOVE to adopt one, I have to agree that they would be better suited to a cooler climate. Thanks for your insights, it was very helpful.

I always wished to have a Samoyed.. however, i live in a tropical country.. his double coat is not suitable for these climatic conditions.. rather, now I 😂watch Samoyed videos and feel happy to see their smiley faces..

Mine is 7 months old and she’s stubborn but she’s also a sweetheart ❤

I’ve had 3 Samoyeds. All of them have been fussy about food. Our current Samoyed Angel eats raw food. She is difficult to train as not food oriented. She has the Samoyed selective hearing, she heard you but…. Luckily we found an excellent professional groomer locally. She pulls if she spots a squirrel 🐿️ 🐱 etc. and she does not always like to be crowded by people or other dogs

Mine definitely pulls I’ve had to take up running again because of this, she is my running instructor now

Our Nanook is exactly the same 😊 he barks when he digs on the beach, he barks a lot and lots of people think he is aggressive. But he loves everyone. He doesn’t pull tho 😬 not yet at least 😂

Yeeeesss completely agree with most of these. Coco lets me hug and cuddle forever - the trick is to turn the eva cooler towards us on the bed/couch!

I used to do dog fostering and rescue for these dogs. The main reason not to get one, is they shed more than you can imagine. I was well known at work at the guy that had a Samoyed because I left hair everywhere. My desk chair was covered with it, no matter how careful I was. I never wore black. They are sweet and wonderful dogs, but don't underestimate how difficult it is to have such a dog. I vacuumed everyday. The hair weaves into your clothing. When you see somebody displaying this dog online here, it's right after after they vacuumed, I guarantee it. The reason rescue existed for these dogs, is predominately how much they shed. It's enormous. You can't underestimate it, they are the worst at shedding that you can imagine. They are beautiful and gorgeous, but people get overwhelmed. I spent several hours every week combing them out. People gave up their dogs because of the work in having them, and they still loved them. You can make these dogs relatively non-shedding by blowing them out with a leaf blower or something, but that only lasts a few days. I adore these dogs, but I don't recommend them. You better really really really love them to have them. They are very sweet, but so is a lab. So is a mutt. I know they are adorably cute, and they have a personality to match, but you pay for this. They are super hard to own just because of their shedding.

My young boyhood best friend was a Sammy. It's been 70 years since I lost her and I still grieve.

Your video was very helpful. Informative, truthful, the good and the bad. I love these dogs, I just don’t think I could fulfill the exercise demand they require. And the grooming chore as well. Don’t think it would be a good choice for me being a first time owner on my own. Sigh. Too bad. I’ve always loved their looks and style ❤

we had two beautiful female Samoyeds. Both lived to 14 years old. They filled our lives with so much joy and love. While some of the things you mentioned we experienced, we enjoyed every fun moment with each of them. Sweet memories. Gorgeous dogs. Loving companions. I can just see our two girls running through the drifts of fluffy snow in the heavens.

So True . i can relate each of your comments , they are super cute stubborn child

but Felix is so adorable...i love him...thanks for posting

I have a Sampyed! I love the breed! We got him at 10 weeks old and he’s 7 and a half now.

I'm on my second Samoyed, the two were from totally different bloodlines and YES! All 10 of these characteristics are true. The nuances change a little from one dog to another, but they are in fact very common in the breed. But I think the main ones are: Stubbornness, hair everywhere and attracting attention... if you don't have patience with stubbornness, don't like hair in your house, clothes and even in food and don't like interacting with strangers and, especially, with children on the street, it's better to rethink... if you don't have problems with that, have one, they are WONDERFUL

I love our Samoyed, and especially his stubborn and "alpha" attitude. It cracks me up, and of course, we don't let him bully other dogs or small children. I agree with the other person that posted our life is enriched for having our Koda Bear in it. Thanks for the post.

I've owned 3 samoyeds and all the facts are 100% true probably except the cuddling one. my samoyed all loved cuddles. I would have added that if they get dirty, cleaning / glooming them is time consuming and labour intensive- and poop butt is no joke

All true, of course it may vary based on the specific dog character, but my Samoyed matches most of the points 100%. Still, I love him so much. He is the gratest dog on the planet. Greetings for you guys, thank you for sharing your videos.

You three and your footage are stunning.

Hello from Hong Kong! I got a samoyed as well, what you said is 70% of my Mochi! Except she loves to eat and loves to stay at home alone

Nice video and thank you for the information! I have a 3 years old Border Collie and in the upcoming month I'll be getting a Samoyed to be his little brother. I am extremely excited! The Samoyed that we'll be getting is too young to leave his mothers side at the moment so we are taking our time and waiting for the right time. Since my Border Collie is also really active, I'm hoping they will be a good match.

If you are considering a Samoyed then be advised this video is pretty spot on accurate! We've raised, bred and shown Sam's for over 40 years. We've never been without them from as many as 5 to the two we currently have (M 7yrs/F 2yrs). Match your dog with your patience, ability to care for what THEY need, your energy, your home, your kids, what your REALITY is. Once you bring a Samoyed into your life your life will never return to "normal". For us these "10 reasons" are simply things that you must recognize and manage. We've trained them. Our current Male even made it to Photographer's/Art model. Our Female on the other hand refuses to be manipulated at all. But, so be it. We have had so many for so long that they are a "genetic" part of our family. Like all family members you have to make room for their quirks, character and personality. No two are the same. But, be advised, don't get a Samoyed unless you are prepared to be owned by them body, heart and soul, quirks, character, personality, and every other thing this video mentions. To us such things management issues. The indomitable heart of a Samoyed and their ability to become an inseparable member of the family so far outweigh the "10 reasons" that we have never wished to own any other breed. But, go in with your eyes wide open, or don't go in at all.

We've got a 6 year old sammy. Many of the things apply, but not all. For example, ours only barks once a week (if that) and is extremely food driven. Pretty much everything else applies to our dog too.

We got our first Samoyed in 1978. It ruined us for any other breed. All these things you say are true and some. The females we have had are mighty huntresses. They like to talk and sing too. My son started breeding and showing Samoyeds and has done well. We have learned a lot from his training for shows and it has helped with the pulling. This happened after about 20 years of Samoyed ownership but better late than never. We love our floofs. They bring so much joy to our lives.

I had a Samoyed for 14 years., Absolutely most friendly loving dog in the world. I agree with your video except mine never barked unless there was really something wrong. My neighbor even told me they loved having him next door because in a way he was a good watch dog in that he would only bark if something really needed human attention.

I have a samoyed too 😍 she's two months now, but she likes to cuddle a lot 😆 glad she's not a picky eater 😌 she just wants to stick around with me most of the time even in the bathroom 😴 she's vibin with my two cats well 💖

This video made me love Samoyeds even more

We have Samoyed and we love her. Great dog. Your 10 reasons are right on but once you have one you immediately fall,in love and forget all her bad habits.

Our family was adopted by "Duchess". We swiftly changed her name & was also swiftly taught the ways of their 'Sammy'. We had ups & downs, and LOTS of muddy paw prints because we live in New England, but we always loved her sassiness! I 100% agree that this isn't the dog for everyone, but every once in a while you find a dog that needs you more than you need the dog.

I stayed with a friend when he was dog sitting a Samoyed. She was the mouthiest, cuddliest, snobbiest, sweetest, biggest jerk ever and I loved her more than words can express.

what a beautiful video , thank you

I have a jack russell and I am considering a 2nd dog. It feels like Samoyed is a fluffier copy of my full bread pooch except the size and the hunting urge 😂

Hello, thanks for the video, I'm planning to get a Samoyed soon, and I need an advice please : 1- So I'm basically a Doctor, I work everyday 6 hours a day, I can leave the puppy with a family member but somedays it will have to stay alone for those 6 hours. 2- I have a house where l spend 9 months, without a garden but close to a Park And the summer house with a garden and at the beach, for more fun maybe. 3- My compagnon is allergic to some air particles, don't know about dogs but heaed that Samoyeds are hypoallergenic, will it work ? 4- It's my first animal to be adopted, so basically I don't have any experience, will it be hard to train the Samoyed? And so, is it a good idea to get a Samoyed? Thanks for answering

Oh, all so true! I've had 5.....and I wouldn't have a different breed. When I was younger, and we had 2 at the same time, I groomed both each week. Now, eldery, I pay someone to do this. 👍🏻❤️

Omg he is so adorable, but those reasons are really valid, I love to look at them and pet them but I would not want the responsibility. I would want to do it right.

Wow I am on my 4th Samoyed and none of them have been picky eaters. And the cuddling one is hit or miss the 3rd Samoyed I owned was a huge cuddle bug but not the rest. Other than that your list is pretty spot on from my experience.

Crazy, you can directly see the relationship to the Eurasier

I also have a 1 year old samoyed who is an extremely picky eater! He would rather go hungry than to eat something he doesn't like (not just his food, but treats too) 🙃 What have you found Felix likes best for his meals/treats?

Hello, a couple of years ago we where searching for a good family dog and we thought about a samoyed, but we didn't go for it because we thought that the climate in our country was to warm (in summer). So we went for a coton the tulear. Much smaler breath but very similar to the samoyed.

My neighbors had a samoyed and my family would take him on walks for them. As long as we kept moving we were fine

I have a Husky and an Alaskan Malamute/Husky Mix. Of course they are sled dogs too, have lots of hair, sometimes stubborn, I had that eating problem with my male Husky when he was very young. Sometimes I'm thinking of to get a Samoyed but that barking is a problem. Thanks for sharing this video with us! I'm serious with people when I tell People about huskies. Huskies are not for anyone.

Im gonna be getting a samoyed after a few years!! ❤

My daughter has a samoyed, named him also Felix! We have very different experiance with our 8 yrs old Felix ....... I would only agree about problem of having his hair all around the house.

Your Sammie is too cute.....& silly! Our girl, Callie, will be 14 in just 3 months (September). She still plays like a Mack-Truck, is stubborn, & loud as an AC/DC concert sometimes........ Wouldn't want it any other way! 😅🥰

we had Sams for a long time. I love them. they are crazy goofballs, but they are such happy dogs, and they love, love, love the snow! we finally switched to our current dog who is a rat terrier, because we really don't have the knees to handle 60-pound dogs who love to pull. but we used to harness them up and let them pull a sled to the grocery store over the snow, when it isn't safe to drive car, and they loved to do that, too. just grab the harness off the wall hook and let the barking and woo-wooing commence! I miss my Sams, but I'm getting old and rickety now, so I had to mellow out. if I get my knees replaced some day, I might go for another Sam. they are definitely never boring!!

Well, I am very pleased with humans I adopted. I also trained them pretty well. Being with them for 11 years already :)

I have a 12 month old Samoyed called Vincent, our fourth Sammy. Looks a lot like Felix. I think you are wrong about their intelligence- they look sharp to me. Loved the clip.