Originally bred to hunt, haul sledges, and herd reindeer, the Samoyed dog breed proved a valuable companion for northwestern Siberia’s Samoyede people. Among the breed’s duties: pack hiking, tracking, and warming their owners by sleeping on top of them at night. A working breed, the Samoyed can be strong-willed at times, but above all they remain friendly, gentle, and devoted family dogs. See all Samoyed characteristics below! Additional articles you will be interested in: AdoptionDog NamesBringing Home Your DogHelp with Training PuppiesHousetraining PuppiesFeeding a PuppyDog gamesTeaching your dog tricksHow to take pictures of your dog