The Samoyed breed of dog originated in which country?
Laika (dog breed) them as the "Nordic Hunting Dogs" (Group 5, Section 2 of the FCI classification). Thus the Norwegian Elkhound (FCI 242 and 268) is known in Russian literature as "Norwegian Elk Laika" (норвежская лосиная лайка), and Finnish Spitz (FCI 49) as "Finnish Bird Laika" (финская птичья лайка). In Russia the word "Laika" is sometimes used less strictly, to refer not only to hunting dogs but also to the related sled dog breeds of the tundra belt, which FCI classifies as "Nordic Sledge Dogs". The Siberian Husky may be occasionally referred to as "Yakut Laika" (якутская лайка), and Samoyed as "Samoyed Laika"
Samoyed dog aggressive Samoyed is rare. The breed is characterized by an alert and happy expression which has earned the nicknames "Sammie smile" and "smiley dog." With their tendency to bark, however, they can be diligent watch dogs, barking whenever something approaches their territory. Samoyeds are excellent companions, especially for small children or even other dogs, and they remain playful into old age. According to the Samoyed Club of America, when Samoyeds become bored, they may begin to dig. With their sled dog heritage, a Samoyed is not averse to pulling things, and an untrained Samoyed has no problem pulling its owner