Q: What is the Nature of a Samoyed Husky Mix?
My sister just got an 8 week old Samoyed Husky Mix. I was wondering what the general nature of these dogs was. My sister has three kids ranging from 1-7 years old. Are they kid-friendly? Do they enjoy the snow?
Answer by Peggy
The Samoyed and Husky mix is a popular crossbreed because it retains some of the appearances of both breeds. It also accepts attention from strangers better than some other dog types do.
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Answer by nat
As the owner of the pictured dogs, they are both great with kids but Huskies are hard work, they love to run and run and run and ESCAPE. They are escape artists, very independent, clever, push boundaries, inquisitive, like to dig, like to wander and most have high prey drives and would see if it benefits them to follow orders...
Samoyeds are a little easier, slightly better for families, although they have a lot of similar behaviors they are not as hard as a Husky. They also shed, A LOT, you need to keep up with grooming their beautiful double coats.
We live in subtropical temps and with caution can live in all climates, especially with the air con. Exercise for us is mostly Winter due to this. They love kids and great family dogs with great temperaments but like all dogs should never be left alone with kids.
Huskies and Samoyed are both working dogs, so they need a lot of exercise, but both love to be with their owners, they are not really yard dogs, they are family dogs. You do need good strong, solid high fences. My husky does bark and howl and shriek LO she copies our Sammy.
Answer by Louis
I love both Huskies and Samoyeds, but after getting my Husky Samoyed mix, I will never get a purebred of either breed again, only mixes! My dog is the absolute perfect mix of both breeds. Just as beautiful as a purebred Husky or Samoyed except much calmer. He doesn't bark like Samoyeds do thanks to the Husky side and he is much calmer around the house thanks to the Samoyed side. He's just as playful and loving as both breeds but much easier to train and much more well-behaved than any purebred Husky or Samoyed I've ever met.
Answer by Vicky L
Both dogs are from the "spitz" species of canine which means that they thrive in cooler weather, but will survive in a climate such as the Midwest — I would not suggest them for the Southern states or the desert Southwest, however. Husky's like to dig and both breeds like to run. Be sure to keep it on a leash when walking it and a fenced yard is a MUST. Both breeds are very kid-friendly and generally not aggressive. Should be an excellent family pet!
Answer by A.Dough
This crossbreed has three variations: 25% samoyed, 75% husky; 50% samoyed, 50% husky; and 75% samoyed, 25% husky.
Their temperament varies depending on the exact proportions of each breed in the mix.
RUMBLE VIDEO: Samoyed/Husky is playing with a Beagle
Answer by Rob
It is not easy to find the exact temperament of this mix but they are known to be very intelligent and they need constant mental stimulation.
Huskies are energetic, but they calm down considerably after about 2 years old—this does not seem to happen with the Sami who will remain highly active for his whole life, which may not suit every home's lifestyle.
Answer by Rob
The mixed breed of a husky and a samoyed is known for its friendly personality. This is the perfect mix if you want a pup with a social personality, that loves children and can keep up with an active lifestyle.
It will have a silky coat that is sometimes white with patches of black or brown. They shed and they do need to be groomed regularly due to their double coat.
They are intelligent, gentle, sociable dogs who are excellent with kids. However, they are also prone to be overweight due to their high metabolism so watch your dog's diet carefully!
Answer by nessa
Hi! I have had a Siberian Husky (my baby, who recently passed at 14 1/2 … I miss him so much). I recently adopted an all-white Husky/Samoyed mix who is absolutely beautiful and loving as well (just as Joell said above). From my experience, both of these breeds are very similar and are wonderful with kids.
I will confirm that they do love to run and explore, and anytime either of mine has gotten away I've had to go searching because I agree that they will never come back. Either they will get too far and just keep exploring, or someone will take them because they are so beautiful. The microchip is the way to go!
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Anyway, going back to your original question… their nature is wonderful. They are very sweet and loving – I know both of mine adore children. They may attack them, … but with kisses :) My husky always loved to sniff babies, and would gently lick the baby's toes if they were within reach. My sister's Husky would circle my niece's crib as a baby during thunderstorms because she was so worried about her….
Although for the most part they are not guard dogs. I only remember a few occasions when my dog was ever "not friendly" to someone. Usually, all he did then was turn his back to them or ignore them, rather than bark or growl. Once when someone uninvited came into my house, however, he did bark and growl and would not let that person much past the front door.
In my opinion, with most dogs, especially smart dogs like Huskies & Samoyeds or a mix of the two, if you treat them with love and respect, you will get that love and respect back in multiples. They are one of the biggest joys of my life. No joke.
Good luck! and I wouldn't worry about the safety of the children if that's what your original concern was. They are gentle, loving dogs who love kids and love to play.
Answer by mrlucky
both samoyed and husky are runners
super friendly and kid-safe
but loyal only to the call of the wild
if she doesn't have the land for it to roam
it will likely disappear
(sorry to say - but my family lost two when I was young)
Answer by Lyle Jones
Can’t wait to get my samoyed husky mix I will love him unconditionally!
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Trevor says
I have been master ( not sure who was master sometimes) to both Sib & mal . Sib ( Blaze) was a rescue sledder. Weighted in at 89lbs.Gave one of our cats a #2 hair cut but after a scolding & cat in the face never touched it again even though the cat tormented him. passed away at 12yrs. Took down a 200 lbs Mal. Chin on its throat then walked away. ( I won) Smart dogs and friendly. Mal ( K2) had from a pup. Weighted in at 110lbs .Escape artist. Give her a day she’d find away out. Had 5 & 6 foot fences around the property. Used the neighbours overhanging apple tree branch to haul herself over the fence. That’s with an invisible fence in place. Groom a cat but rip a groundhog apart except the one living in my back yard. ( Go figure) . Went nose to nose with an Opossum. Licked it and kept on the walk. ( Scary moment) LOL.
Passed at 14 plus. Will test you every 6 mths. Smart and friendly . I prefer the Mals to the Sibs . Mals not as much a runner. Likes to roam but knows were home is.
Travis says
I have a Siberian Samoyed and she is the greatest! I really lucked out with her. I got her she she was 6 months old but was raised outside in a cage. She was very afraid of new people for the first 6 months I had her. Amazing ever since. She has never bit anyone, I got her a kitten when she was two. They played together all the time.
She is 13 now and still in great health. Has lived with children, other dogs and cats and has been perfect. Other than that, like everyone else says, she’s a little Houdini. I will not even tie her up outside by herself. Leashes, collars, cages, dig under fences, open fence doors, doesn’t matter. He will be out of it if you aren’t around within 15 seconds. Don’t let this dog out of your site. They love to play with other dogs so take it to a dog park often. Loves people too.
She rarely barks (only at the mailman). She howls a lot though. It’s hilarious and I’ll never get sick of it. You will love that dog forever and will want another. I’m looking for another myself!
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Monica says
Hi I’m thinking adopting a husky cross samoyed, I wanted to know what’s their temperament like? Are they as bad as people say? Someone told me to either get a pure husky or malamute but not a husky cross samoyed. Can you please help? Oh we will adopt from 8 weeks
Shivkumar says
Bad!!! What no way I have a Samoyed husky mix and he is not at all bad but a good boy love to roam and go out either by walk or in car and is 24/7 ready to go out !! The only thing to make them tired is by making them run or a super long walk as they are really energetic and they pull while walking literally pull you with there lease !! Mine is super friendly with family members but inspects newcomers till its comfortable with them !!!! I wud say go ahead buy one super cute super intelligent and a good companion !!! Regarding barking some of these go the husky way and some the Samoyed mine for 2 years was howling but then it learnt to bark and has sweetest of bark !!!!
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Mrs M says
Contrary to popular belief Huskies do not need large acres of land to roam on, or do they need snow and cool weather to survive.
Huskies are extremely active dogs, and need a lot of attention and exercise. They were bred to run and pull. Since your sister has kids I would suggest, when the dog gets a little older, hitching the dog up to a wagon so he can pull the kids. This is great work for the dog and the kids will love it!
Huskies are naturally very curious and enjoy getting into things. They are extremely smart and very stubborn. They will learn to open doors, gates, you name it. They must be leashed at all times, they cannot be trusted off leash. Unless of course they are kept within a tall privacy fence. They can climb chain link fences.
They are natural wanderers and will bolt at a glimpse of freedom. They have no sense of direction and will more than likely not come back on their own. Thankfully we have gotten mine back every time he has escaped. I would suggest a good collar with proper tags, or even a microchip.
Huskies are generally very good with children. Since your sister has a puppy, this is even better. The pup will be raised around children so she should never have a problem. Adult Sibes can be intimidating to smaller children simply because of their size and excitable nature. I have never had a problem with my Sibe around kids, he is very loving and sweet.
Siberians are known for a higher prey drive and some cannot be kept around cats, rabbits, or other small animals. A puppy is great because if they are raised around small animals they usually get along just fine. Mine loves his two cats.
They LOVE to dig. They will dig craters. This is usually pretty easily curbed though.
They can be difficult to housetrain so start early and be consistent as well as very patient. Crate training is the best way. Most dogs love crates anyway. They are not cruel or inhumane. My Sibe LOVES his crate and goes in there to chill out or sleep.
They have a tendency to take you for a walk instead of the other way around. Use a anti-pull harness. It has been the best $ 10 I've ever spent. It works like a charm!
They shed a lot so beware! A good vacuum and lint roller will be your sisters best friend in days ahead. They shed all year around and blow their coat about twice a year. These breeds have what is called a double coat. While blowing the hair will literally come out in chunks. Good grooming will help tremendously. Get a shedding blade and an undercoat rake. Normal brushes will not work.
They are very clean and do not have the typical doggie smell. They groom themselves meticulously. You will never have to trim their coat. The only exception is the hair between their toes and this is only done when showing the dogs. Never ever shave this breed. Their double coat protects them from the heat and the cold. Shaving them will cause sunburn and/or heat stroke.
They can adapt to warmer climates just fine. They love snow but do not have to live in it.
They also do fine in apartments or small houses, so long as they are properly exercised.
This breed makes a great pet. They do have quirky behaviours though, which is why you find a lot of them in shelters.
Also, I will add that they are no guard dogs. They are friendly to everyone! They do not usually bark, but do howl and woo. This is completely normal.
If you have any other questions feel free to email me. I'm always happy to help out other Husky owners! Or potential ones. Also feel free to look at my previous answers. I've answered a LOT of questions on Siberians.
Joell Miller says
hello, Mrs. M! My name is Joell. I live in West Palm Beach, FL and just recently adopted an all white Husky/Samoyed mix. He's BEAUTIFUL and LOVING. I enjoy his company and just today discovered that i should run with him. He seems to have enjoyed it(no worries, i didnt deprive him of exercise. i have a gated courtyard, a pool, and a big neighborhood right on the ocean for him to play around with me, even though my apartment is small) but a gentlemen approached me tonight, commenting on my dogs beauty, but seemed disappointed that my dog was living in South Florida. He stressed it on me that it's not good for him to be in the heat like this & that he was overweight(my dog REALLY doesnt seem overweight AT ALL, though- not the least bit) but the gentlemen said that he's from Canada and he's been around most dog breeds all of his life, so his opinion should be taken into consideration. What type of food do you recommend that my dog should eat? I'm trying to considerr that since he's still new to my home that he's kinda rejecting food(only dry dogfood though) so i spent almost $20 on 12 cans of wetfood (Purina One)
Was that a bad choice??? I dont want my dog to have diet problems as he ages(he's only a year and a half old!)
Your input would be much appreciated! thank you!