Playing Again Sams of WI

12/20/2025

Got a new puppy? Great! Here is a socalization checklist. The first 16wks of their life is key to their long term development! Tolerable exposure to new things (socialization) will help your puppy grow confident and well adjusted! Here is just a starting point, but there are many great articles online about socializing!

12/18/2025

Keep your dog entertained and active on these cold days! Enrichment is key for dogs of all ages - enjoy these ideas from AKC!

Dog enrichment includes educational toys to keep your pup engaged. These toys combat boredom and keep them physically active and mentally stimulated.

12/17/2025

Last week was a busy one in rescue!
In addition to finding Max his forever home, we received a call on Monday about four Samoyed puppies from an “oops” litter who were at risk of being given away for free. Thankfully, a concerned individual knew about our rescue and reached out so we could help ensure these puppies were placed in experienced, dedicated homes.

We immediately got to work—reviewing applications and reaching out to our incredible volunteers. Without families willing to open their homes to dogs in need *sight unseen and with very limited information,* it would not be possible to save as many dogs as we do.

All of the puppies are now doing great in their foster-to-adopt homes after arriving Sunday. Their families report that they are cuddly, sweet, and settling in well. The puppies are enjoying playing in the snow, with toys, and with their new doggy siblings. Crate training and learning their potty cues are also off to a great start.

The next step for all of the puppies is their veterinary care. In the new year, we will also be spaying and neutering the parent dogs to ensure an oops litter like this doesn’t happen again.

Please note: the puppies are in foster-to-adopt homes and are not available for adoption.

If you would like to donate to help us continue or rescue mission, you can do so at:
Samoyed-rescue.com

12/15/2025

A busy puppy is a good puppy! Keep your puppy entertained while building their confience and socialization!

For a healthy and socialized puppy, it’s important to provide physical exercise and mental stimulation. Here are some activities for training your puppy.

12/13/2025

2026 Calendar

The 2026 calendar features Samoyeds who have found their homes through Playing Again Sams, along with their friends, family, activities, toys and other fun. The cover is shown below.

Each calendar costs $20.
Samoyed-rescue.com

12/13/2025

Stay safe out there!

12/10/2025

⭐️ update: thanks for all of your applications! We have plenty to review for Max!

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Meet Max!

Max is a two-and-a-half-year-old male Samoyed currently located in Minnesota. After his owner passed away last week, a kind Sammie-loving family stepped up to foster him until we can find a forever home of his own.

Max is described as playful, happy, and incredibly sweet. So far, we’ve learned that he gets along well with other dogs, cats, and kids. He’s housebroken and is working on improving his basic commands with a little extra training.

Max is hoping to find his forever family in time for the holidays! If you’re looking for a loving companion to brighten your home, Max may be the perfect fit.

Apply here: Samoyed-rescue.com
Please note we fit dogs for the best lifestyle that suits them so not all applications will be interviewed.

In addition to applying, we also conduct home visits and reference checks.

12/07/2025

Every ethically bred dog purchased from a breeder should have parents with OFA registrations and CHIC clearance status. If they don’t, it reflects a lack of ethical standards and responsibility on the part of the breeder. Simply stating “health tested” on a contract means very little unless those tests meet OFA guidelines and are publicly recorded.

Both the sire and dam should have OFA registrations and a CHIC designation if they have completed and passed the required health screening protocols. Without that, there is no verifiable proof that the breeder is adhering to recognized health-testing standards. A good breeder provides this to potential owners when they purchase a puppy from that sire and dam litter.

Remember AKC has no health or genetic testing they abide by, adhere to, or regulate. OFA is completely separate. AKC bred dogs are found in pet stores and online puppy selling websites - these are from puppy mills.

🛑Stop buying from puppy mills and backyard breeders. These exist because the public continues to fund them!
✅ do choose rescue or ethical breeders that have OFA registrations - CHIC clearance on their breeding sire and dam.

A dog known for its striking white coat and friendly disposition, the Samoyed traces its roots to the Samoyede peoples of Northern Siberia, where Samoyeds were bred to assist with pulling and herding and were tightly integrated into human society. They are inquisitive, quick-witted, and mischievous, remaining playful through old age.

Are you interested in this breed? The OFA, working with the Samoyed Club of America, recommends the following basic health screening tests for all breeding stock:
- Hip Dysplasia (OFA or PennHip)
- ACVO Eye Exam (Minimum of 12 months)
- Progressive Retinal Atrophy DNA
- Cardiac (Basic or advanced via a cardiologist)
- Familial Enamel Hypoplasia
- RD/OSD
Optional but recommended:
- Patellar Luxation
- Elbow Dysplasia

Dogs meeting these basic health screening requirements are issued Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) numbers. For potential puppy buyers, CHIC certification is a good indicator the breeder responsibly factors good health into their selection criteria.

For more information about the Samoyed, please visit the parent club website: https://www.samoyedclubofamerica.org/
For more information about the CHIC program, check out the OFA: https://ofa.org/chic-programs/

12/06/2025

12/05/2025

It’s official.