While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Sammypoos are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Himalayan Sheepdog is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

United States

Nepal
India

Samoyed and Poodle

Tibetan Mastiff, Kinnaur Sheepdog of Tibet

2000s

Ancient Times

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Amber

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Pied
Sable

Black
Brown
Fawn

Curly

Straight

A Sammypoo can have a litter of 4-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Himalayan Sheepdog can have a litter of 9-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Mitral Valve Disease
Sebaceous Adentitis

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)

Entropion
Allergies
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Elbow Dysplasia
Arthritis
Canine Glaucoma

Skin Evaluation
Eye examination
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Full Physical Examination
Blood Chemistry
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Fetch, Games, Walks

Playing, Rope game, Chase, Fetch, Catch treats, Walk, Hide and seek, Go to Park

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Sammypoo, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Himalayan Sheepdog, it's at least 16 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Sammypoos usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Himalayan Sheepdogs usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Sammypoos have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Himalayan Sheepdog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Ideally, Sammypoo should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Himalayan Sheepdog should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-65 pound (25 - 29 kg) Sammypoo feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 62-84 pound (28 - 38 kg) Himalayan Sheepdog feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Sammypoo is somewhere $2.20 - $3.40 per day.

The average cost of a Himalayan Sheepdog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Sammypoo is between $67 - $101. This makes an average of $804 - $1212 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Himalayan Sheepdog is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Sammypoos are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Himalayan Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Sammypoos are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Himalayan Sheepdogs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Sammypoos are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Himalayan Sheepdogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.