TABLE OF CONTENTS

  • Introduction 1
  • Glossary of Dog Terms 3
  • Chapter One: Understanding Samoyeds 2
  • Facts About Samoyed Dogs 3
  • Summary Samoyed Facts 6
  • Samoyed Breed History 7
  • Chapter Two: Things to Know Before Getting a Samoyed 10
  • Do You Need a License? 11
  • Do Samoyeds Get Along with Other Pets? 12
  • How Many Samoyeds Should You Keep? 13
  • How Much Does it Cost to Keep a Samoyed? 14
  • Initial Costs 15
  • Monthly Costs 19
  • What are the Pros and Cons of Samoyeds? 21
  • Chapter Three: Purchasing Samoyed Dogs 24
  • Where Can You Buy Samoyed Puppies? 25
  • How to Choose a Reputable Samoyed Breeder 28
  • Tips for Selecting a Healthy Samoyed Puppy 31
  • Puppy-Proofing Your Home 34
  • Chapter Four: Caring for Samoyed Dogs 38
  • Habitat and Exercise Requirements for Samoyeds 39
  • Setting Up Your Puppy’s Area 41
  • Chapter Five: Meeting Your Samoyed’s Nutritional Needs 44
  • The Nutritional Needs of Dogs 45
  • How to Select a High-Quality Dog Food Brand 46
  • Tips for Feeding Your Samoyed 49
  • Dangerous Foods to Avoid 50
  • Chapter Six: Training Your Samoyed 52
  • Socializing Your New Samoyed Puppy 53
  • Positive Reinforcement for Obedience Training 55
  • Crate Training – Housebreaking Your Puppy 56
  • Chapter Seven: Grooming Your Samoyed 58
  • Recommended Tools to Have on Hand 59
  • Tips for Bathing and Grooming Samoyeds 60
  • Other Grooming Tasks 62
  • Chapter Eight: Breeding Samoyeds 66
  • Basic Dog Breeding Information 67
  • Breeding Tips and Raising Puppies 70
  • Chapter Nine: Showing Your Samoyed 74
  • Samoyed Breed Standards 75
  • a) AKC Samoyed Breed Standard 75
  • b) The Kennel Club Samoyed Breed Standard 78
  • Preparing Your Samoyed for Show 81
  • Chapter Ten: Keeping Your Samoyed Dog Healthy 84
  • Common Health Problems Affecting Samoyeds 85
  • a) Cataracts 86
  • b) Diabetes Mellitus 86
  • c) Gastric Dilation Volvulus 87
  • d) Glaucoma 88
  • e) Hereditary Glomerulopathy 90
  • f) Hip Dysplasia 91
  • g) Hypothyroidism 92
  • h) Progressive Retinal Atrophy 93
  • i) Pulmonary Stenosis 94
  • j) Sebaceous Adenitis 95
  • Preventing Illness with Vaccinations 96
  • Samoyed Care Sheet 100
  • 1) Basic Samoyed Information 101
  • 2) Habitat Requirements 102
  • 3) Nutritional Needs 103
  • 4) Breeding Information 104
  • Index 106
  • References 116

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