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Samoyed for apartment living: Male or female dog, which is best?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

I'm confused wether to get an uneutered male or unspayed female Samoyed dog to my apartment! Please tell me which is better

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Answered By Isabelle Roese, DVM, CVA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on August 29th, 2017

If I had to keep a unsterilized pet at my house or apartment I would select a female. That said females go into heat cycle and may have to wear diapers to avoid staining the house. I favor the personality of female Samoyed over a male especially if they are not neutered.

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