Factually Interesting on Instagram: "The Samoyed is famous for its distinctive “Sammy Smile,” created by upturned corners of the mouth that reduce drooling—an evolutionary advantage that prevents icicles from forming on their faces in extreme cold. While their alert nature makes them excellent watchdogs who will bark or “howl” to announce visitors, their gentle temperament means they are poor guard dogs. Bred by the Samoyedic people of Siberia to herd reindeer and sleep in tents to keep families

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