Although Samoyeds rank only thirty-third in intelligence, the training difficulty is relatively high for beginners, and the training speed is not as fast as Golden Retrievers and Border Collies. But! The early bird catches the worm. As long as you show enough patience and appropriate skills, even the clumsiest dog will gradually master what you teach it. Generally, the response rate during training can reach more than ninety-five percent.

Overall, Samoyed’s intelligence is quite good; it can quickly understand what the owner wants it to do, although the training may take a bit longer. Basically, the best training time for all dogs starts at about three months after birth. At this time, the first preparation is to clarify the training attitude. If you don’t even know what rules to follow, let alone expect the dog to understand and follow them. Moreover, punishment and reward behaviors must be timely: mistakes should be immediately pointed out and criticized, and correct behaviors should be properly encouraged. Only in this way can you train an obedient dog in the shortest time.

Here are the precautions when training a Samoyed:

① When training a Samoyed, you first need to understand your dog’s characteristics: strengths and weaknesses, advantages and shortcomings. Only when the owner thoroughly understands these issues can they lay a good foundation for the subsequent training. The attitude toward the Samoyed during training must be fair, and rewards and punishments must be clear. This is especially important when there are two or more dogs at home. As the leader, you must be decisive: punish when necessary without softness; reward without delay.

② Do not start with specific training projects at the beginning. As a novice or new owner, you need to first establish good communication with the Samoyed. Reduce barriers and restless emotions between each other. During contact and communication with the Samoyed, assess its temperament and find a suitable training method that fits. One point to emphasize here: if you find the dog’s acceptance ability is not good, never lose your temper or scold it. The owner should maintain a calm mind and have sufficient patience, continuing training persistently. If you find it smart, praise after completing tasks is absolutely necessary, but remember to keep it appropriate.