The Organization for the Working Samoyed (OWS) is an international organization of Samoyed enthusiasts. The club objectives are:

To encourage and promote the working heritage of purebred Samoyeds
To develop the Samoyed's natural working abilities to their highest levels
To preserve and protect the interests of the breed by encouraging high quality care
To foster good sportsmanship and enjoyment in competitive and recreational dog sports
To recognize the performance of outstanding Samoyeds in competitive events sponsored by AKC, CKC, ISDRA, IWPA, AHBA, SCA and other recognized organizations.

Club members participate in a wide range of performance activities with their Samoyeds. Popular activities include sledding and skijoring; weight pull; back packing, obedience and rally; herding; agility; and tracking.